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Musical Fidelity - V90-LPS MM/MC Phono Preamp

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$ 299.00

Score By Feature

Based on 144 ratings
Value for money
9.18
Customer service
8.98
Giftable
8.99
Satisfaction
8.81

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The V90LPS is a superb phone stage/amplifier that serves as the perfect interface between high-end turntables and HiFi amplifiers.
Its signal path was created to provide a clear and transparent connection for your music, ensuring that it is heard exactly how the artist intended.
The V90LPS, housed in a sleek, attractive case, strikes the perfect balance between high-end performance and incredible value, making it the ideal companion for a variety of turntables.
Its separate Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) inputs are each tuned to get the most out of their respective cartridges and deliver startlingly realistic audio.
The V90LPS not only provides an excellent musical experience, but it also represents excellent value for money.

Questions & Answers

I turn on the lights and plug everything in. There is a thump followed by a beep that continues until the stylus and records begin to play music. Does anyone else want to join us?

This preamp is used to drive an Onkyo amplifier with my Denon turntable. Before I turn on the Onkyo, I turn it on. There are no more thumps or beeps after that. When I turn it on while the Onkyo is on, it makes a very loud thump. No beeps have ever been heard by me.

Is there anyone who knows what the MC/MM gain numbers are? When comparing different phono stages, it is extremely useful. The home page does not provide any assistance. ?

This is the unit I have, and it works fine. I have a Shure cartridge that has about 40db of channel separation, which is excellent. I don't care for the sound quality, but I believe it's due to the use of a cheap headphone amp. I'm pretty sure this unit is fine; it's not quite up to par for a $2,000 amp and $1000 speakers, but it'll suffice for most systems. br>Specsbr>Performance br>*Input impedance: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : br>*Input sensitivity: 47kOhm (MM), 100Ohm (MC) 0 mV (MM) and 400 mV (MC) br>*Total harmonic distortion: for 300mV out br> (MM/MC) % br>*Frequency Response: @ 1kHz, 300mV out br> +0, - br>*Signal / Noise ratio (A weighted): 1dB, 20Hz to 20 kHz > 80 decibels (MM), *Input overload margin: 70dB (MC) br> br>*RIAA response: 15dB (MM), 22dB (MC) br> +/- 25dB

Can I use my computer to convert LPs to digital mp3s? The device does not have a USB port. ?

Thank you for reaching out to us. The V90- Although the LPS is an excellent phono preamplifier, it is not designed for computer recording. There is an analog RCA input and an analog RCA output on the device. If you want to use this phono preamp with a computer, you'll need an audio interface. If you have any other questions, please let us know!

My phono preamp is a Yamaha RVX 659. Do you think this dedicated phono preamp will be a significant improvement over the one I currently own?

The v90 is fantastic, but one thing I've noticed is that the output sound is a little lower, but it's still very clear. Simply use your Yamaha preamp if your preamp has a phono input.

Selected User Reviews For Musical Fidelity - V90-LPS MM/MC Phono Preamp

How much? Is that all there is to it? I'd read in a few reviews that the V90's soundstage and dynamics were outstanding and that it performed well above its price point, so I decided to give it a shot, even though my current Phono Preamp was perfectly adequate
5/5

WOW is all I have to say. Everything you hear about this product is true: the soundstage is incredible for the price, and it performs well in terms of speed and dynamics. The bass was resolved, but it was a little light when the music became more complex. To fix this, I upgraded the power supply and got rid of that little wallwart that didn't appear to be capable of charging my electric toothbrush. This unit easily competed with pre-upgraded units once the power supply was upgraded. I've heard of amps costing upwards of $1,500. This is a unit that I strongly recommend!.

Eleanor Richmond
Eleanor Richmond
| Aug 19, 2021
I wish you all the best
5/5

That sounds fantastic. I recently purchased a "budget priced" tube amp, and after reading a wide range of reviews on affordable tube preamps, I chose this one based on good reviews and my trust in the Musical Fidelity brand, and I have not been disappointed in the least. Smooth, quiet, and transparent are the three words that come to mind when thinking of this product It's fantastic, and I'd recommend it to anyone with around $3000 to spend on an entire vinyl setup rather than just a phono stage.

Allan Shea
Allan Shea
| Jul 17, 2021
Analog playback is something I'm very fond of
5/5

I'm a big fan of vinyl records and listen to them all the time. There are two analog systems in my house. Tube amplifiers are used in both of them. (Each is equipped with a Mac MC225). My reference system is based on a Mac C-based operating system. Many people consider the 11 Preamp to be one of the best LP playback preamps ever made. I was in desperate need of another pre- Because the one I was using on the Phono section was marginal, I needed an amp for my secondary system. Take a look at the Musical Fidelity V90- LPS. The Macintosh Computer Corporation (MC-) is a company that produces computers I can use the V90-225 because it has level pots. LPS is fed directly into the MC- 225 The sound quality is outstanding! I adore how quiet the V90 is. In my opinion, the RIAA EQ is perfect. I don't miss or need any additional EQ, such as tone control boost or filters, because there isn't anything else in the circuit. Across the entire spectrum, the sound is clear and accurate. The set design is stunning. The V- It's not as hot as my C-. 11, and it doesn't have the same depth as the C-. 11 (using six Telefunken 12AX7As), but at a cost of less than $300. 00, Wow, let's face it, this isn't a joke. The ability to use a low-output MC cartridge if I choose is a nice bonus (currently, I'm using a higher-output MC cartridge, so the MM output is fine). Anyone looking for great LP playback on a tight budget should consider LPS.

Edward Norris
Edward Norris
| May 12, 2021
I purchased this V90- LPS was put to the test against Emotiva Audio
5/5

I purchased this V90- LPS was compared to the Emotiva Audio XPS- 1 preamp for phono. The V90- LPS had a more open, airy tone to it. Both preamplifiers are solidly built. I made the decision to keep this amplifier.

Izaiah Henderson
Izaiah Henderson
| Jan 12, 2021
Denon MC cartridges require this upgrade because it is extremely accurate
5/5

After reading enough positive feedback, I decided to replace my stock Ortofon Red cartridge on a Project Deput Carbon with a Denon c103 Mc cartridge. I had to upgrade the phono stage to accomplish this. After a slew of articles and reviews, the term "accurate" became synonymous with this preamp. On a McCormick DNA and Martin Logan Mosiac speakers, this preamp c103 produces fantastic sound. Everything about it has made me very happy. The bass, in particular, strikes me as particularly accurate, which is crucial to me.

Gabrielle Martin
Gabrielle Martin
| Oct 24, 2021
Four out of five stars
4/5

a good deal.

Theodora Freeman
Theodora Freeman
| Sep 18, 2021
Very pleased with the product, which has excellent sound quality and a high-end build
5/5

Very pleased with the product, which has excellent sound quality and a high build quality. I bought a used amplifier, which came in perfect condition in its original box.

Piper Bailey
Piper Bailey
| Mar 13, 2021
As if you were eating a Kobe beef steak
5/5

Imagine paying $25 for a 48-ounce Kobe steak. Then you take a bite, which is delicious, especially for the price, and time passes as you eat. Then, as time passes, you become aware of the $175. You paid $25 for a 00 Kobe steak. 00 for is melting in your mouth right now. br>This, in my opinion, accurately describes the Music Fidelity V90-. LPSbr>It brought out the best in my vintage Dual 5000. I'm the proud owner of a Pioneer Elite SC-XXXXXXXXXX Its phono stage isn't up to par, but that was fixed by this little amp! br> Purchase and take pleasure in!.

Makai Lehman
Makai Lehman
| Oct 17, 2021

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