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NAD PP-2

Phono preamplifier

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A lot of receivers and amplifiers these days lack the phonograph input you need to hook up your turntable. And when manufacturers do include one, they sometimes use low-cost, low-performance circuitry that yields thin, lifeless results. NAD's clean, simple PP-2 phono preamp takes advantage of high-quality, close-tolerance parts to give you the warm, richly detailed sound that vinyl is famous for, at a bargain price.

This preamp offers inputs for both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges to ensure proper matching with virtually any turntable and cartridge combination.

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Highlights:

  • compatible with moving magnet and moving coil phono cartridges
  • external power supply for reduced noise and interference
  • gold-plated input and output jacks for solid, corrosion-free connections
  • LED power indicator
  • signal-to-noise ratio: 80dB (MM), 78dB (MC)
  • rated distortion (THD 20-20,000 Hz): 0.03%
  • RIAA response accuracy: +/- 0.3dB
  • 5-3/8"W x 1-15/16"H x 3-1/16"D
  • warranty: 2 years
  • Our 60-day money-back guarantee
 

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  • Phono preamplifier
  • AC adapter with attached 6' output cord (24 VDC/100 mA)
  • Warranty information
  • Instructions and specifications on box

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Features

RIAA EQ: The built-in passive equalizer curve follows the RIAA standard within 0.3 dB.

Cartridge: The PP-2 accepts inputs from either moving magnet (MM) or moving coil (MC) cartridges. On the rear panel there are separate RCA inputs for MM and MC, and a switch to choose which you are using.

Ground: A post on the rear panel provides easy grounding for your turntable.

Specifications:

  • Input Impedance:
    • MM: 47 kΩ + 200 pF
    • MC: 100 Ω + 180 pF
  • Gain:
    • MM: 34 dB
    • MC: 56 dB
  • Input Sensitivity: @ 200 mV output
    • MM: 2.5 mV
    • MC: 0.3 mV
  • S/N:
    • MM: 80 dB (A-weighted with cartridge connected)
    • MC: 78 dB (A-weighted with cartridge connected)
  • Input Overload: (20 Hz/1 kHz/20 kHz)
    • MM: 10/102/950 mV
    • MC: 0.8/9/84 mV
  • THD: 0.03% (20 Hz-20 kHz)
  • RIAA Response Accuracy: +/-0.3 dB
 

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5 out of 5

NAD Phono Preamp

Written By Larry, Windsor, CO on Tuesday, January 25, 2011
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It is getting harder and harder to find equipment that allows you to integrate your old turntable into today's latest electronics, however this preamp seems to fill this niche. I had a whole house entertainment system install when I built my new house, which included a music server that now has all my cd's loaded on it, but there were no inputs for a turntable. I was told the best way to make it work was to us an old receiver as the preamp which worked but was a little awkward, however with this preamp I no longer need the extra receiver. Sounds and works great, my only complaint is there is no way to control the strength of the signal to the whole house system.
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5 out of 5

NAD PP-2

Written By brown5, Kansas on Wednesday, June 15, 2011
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works great, easy to use, love NAD stuff now I can use my 30 year old turntable again
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Written By JRV, Denver on Tuesday, March 15, 2011
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Simply plug in and use with good results. Different sound than typical NAD
phono preamp, a bit brighter.

Good bang for the buck.
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4 out of 5

Easy Install & Great Sound

Written By Brian C, Pennsylvania on Saturday, September 17, 2011
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This product is an inexpensive alternative to get your old record player up and running again. It was a super easy install and the sound quality is great, actually, better than expected! I really recommend this item if your not looking to upgrade your entire receiver just to play vinyl. The price point was good also.
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4 out of 5

Works like a champ

Written By ClydeR, Midland TX on Thursday, February 10, 2011
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Amplfier works perfectly as promised...excellent sound quality. Only minor downside is
there is no on-off switch.
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