The Alchemy PPA-2 is a full-featured phono preamp that uses all-analog, discrete FET gain and EQ stages to transform microscopic grooves in vinyl into stunningly lifelike music. The PPA-2 can be tailored to specific cartridge requirements, with switchable gain for each channel, MC cartridge loading, and stereo or mono operation. A selection of RCA or XLR inputs and outputs adds even more flexibility to the versatile phono preamp.

• Fully discrete, balanced FET topology from input to output
• DC servo-controlled output stage
• Switchable MM or MC gain for each channel
• Precise MC cartridge loading settings for each input can be displayed on the LCD information screen
• Selectable stereo or mono operation
• Highly precise RIAA equalization using metal film resistors and selected metalized polypropylene capacitors
• Selectable rumble filter
• Signal routing through hermetically sealed gold-on-gold relays
• Ultra-low-noise DC voltage regulators
• Microcontroller completely shuts down during normal operation to eliminate any clocking noises
• Internally shielded toroidal transformer and linear power supply for very low radiated hum field
• 12V trigger input
• Liquid crystal display for clear user information

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. how do I install my PP999 as it came with no instructions?

A: Connect your turntable to the PP999 inputs and connect the PP999 outputs to a line level input on your receiver or amplifier.

Q: 2. I would like to purchase this for use in Singapore but I’m concerned about the Power Supply Unit. We are on 230v 50hz Type G. Will the supplied PSU work?

A: This unit has a 120v power supply for the USA. For this to work in Singapore, you could either purchase a separate universal adapter with the matching volts and amps in SIngapore, or you would need these two additional adapters BH #SEST100UD and BH #TETSAP2UUKGR.

Q: 3. Has anyone had any luck using this Bellari PA550 to connect a turntable to an older iMac circa 2012?

A: There is no digital / USB conversion on this pre amp. You would need an interface to connect it to a computer.

Q: 4. does this unit (PP444)come with power transfer for $13.78?

A: Yes

Q: 5. Can I use it with a YOGA HT-81 to increase gain and reduce noise? Thanks

A: No; you can't. That is not what this is or what to does. This is designed for one specific purpose: it takes a low-level phono signal from a turntable, and increases the gain (by a specified, non-adjustable amount) while adding a specified (RIAA) equalization curve.What aren't you just looking at microphone preamps and mic-related products?

Q: 6. I have a pioneer al a158 and an old solid state channel master. Will the preamp make the turntable louder?

A: Yes. Yes it will.

Q: 7. were is art deejay pre 2 made ?

A: According to the information we have, our current inventories Country of Origin is China. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.

Q: 8. Regarding imput Impedance of 47k ohms / 100pF: What does the 100 pF mean, and is a lower pF number better or worse than a higher pF number such as 220 pF at 47 ohms?

A: The Art DeeJay Pre allows the selection of 2 preset additive capacitances, 100 and 220 pF at 47 ohms. The ability to quickly select the lower or higher capacitance allows for better matching with the moving magnet phono cartridge used in the playback system. The system in this case consists of the cartridge resistance, inductance; capacitance of the wires in the tonearm; the capacitance of the RCA cables from turntable to the phono preamp added with the ArtDeeJay pushbutton selection. There is an excellent explanation on the website VinylEngine search Cartridge Loading Explained which cover the inter-relationships of capacitance, induction and resistance above and their effects on cartridge sound output. The pushbutton selectable additive capacitance of the ArtDeeJay phono preamp makes achieving accurate sound very convenient. Good luck.

Q: 9. will it work with a moving coil cartridge, connected between my turntable and my integrated amplifier?

A: This product is not a good choice for a Moving Coil cartridge. You'll get a weak signal that will need to be boosted, and there will probably be a lot more noise. Moving Coil carts tend to be very high quality, so it would be a shame to use the wrong preamp and not get all of the potential quality.

Q: 10. Is this pre amp compatible with both moving magnet and moving coil cartridge types?

A: This preamp is suitable for all moving magnet (or moving iron) cartridges. Moving coil cartridges come in two flavors, low output and high output. This preamp WILL work for high output MC cartridges (such as the Denon DL-110 or the Dynavector 10x5) but it will NOT work for low output moving coil cartridges (such as the Denon DL-103 or DL-30x series). If you wanted to used a low output MC with the ART unit, you'd need an extra piece of hardware called a step-up transformer (a.k.a. SUT).