Clearaudio Smart Phono
A high-performance, compact phono pre-amplifier with volume control
A tiny bit larger than its younger brother Nano Phono, but so much better sounding.This little jewel performs absolutely exemplary! The comparison with a jewel is not entirely wrong, when we talk sound quality either and like a fine gem you are fascinated by its beauty when you look deep into the music universe! Neutrality, holography and precise reproduction of dynamics are among the words that describe Smart Phono best, and certainly the phono pre-amplifier you should choose if you are looking for the most accurate reproduction of the music in this price range. Because at this point, Smart Phono is not to be beaten! The volume control is an atypical thing for a phono preamp but can be used as a simple preamplifier.
This product is also hand made in Germany, and just as with a fine jewel, you immediately notice the fine details of the unit. The aluminum cabinet is beautifully finished down to the finest detail, the connectors are of high quality, and the small 620 grams actually give a solid sense of quality whenyou hold it. And will be surprised that it actually weighs so much considering it's small size. If you turn it over, you will find a subsonic filter, enabling you to filter out deep bass that is outside the audible range and the possibility to adjust the cartridge resistance, for MM as well as MC cartridges.
| Measurements | 9,5 x 12,5 x 3,4 cm |
| Weight (net) | 0.6 kg |
| MM Compatible | Yes |
| MC Compatible | Yes |
| Subsonic filter | Yes |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 72 dB / MC ("A" weighted) 85 dB / MM ("A" weighted) |
| In the box | Power supply, Users guide |
