Perfect sound enjoyment for vinyl lovers

The Ovation PH 8.3 from AVM Audio sets new standards in vinyl playback. This high-end phono pre-amplifier is perfect for demanding music lovers, who want to fully exploit the potential of their record collection. Thanks to its modular design and the use of highest quality components, the PH 8.3 enables a pure, authentic sound reproduction. The elaborate power supply construction ensures minimal noise and maximum dynamics, guaranteeing a detailed and warm listening experience. The simple, elegant design with a well readable OLED display also ensures intuitive operation and makes the PH 8.3 a real eye-catcher in any setup.


Base Unit – Settings

Subfilter (switchable)30 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Sensitivity (adjustable) -10 / -5 / 0 / +5 / +10 dB
MONO / STEREO Switchable (including phase inversion)
Equalization Corner frequencies / Time constants
RIAA 50Hz / 500Hz / 2120Hz corresponds to 3180µs / 318µs / 75µs
TELDEC 50Hz / 500Hz / 3180Hz corresponds to 3180µs / 318µs / 50µs
NARTB 60Hz / 500Hz / 1590Hz corresponds to 2653µs / 318µs / 100µs
EMI 70Hz / 500Hz / 2500Hz corresponds to 2274µs / 318µs / 64µs
COLUMBIA 100Hz / 500Hz / 1590Hz corresponds to 1592µs / 318µs / 100µs
DECCA 50Hz / 500Hz / 2790Hz corresponds to 1592µs / 318µs / 57µs
NOTE All equalization curves are for LPs (33 1/3 rpm).

Base Unit – Outputs

Output impedance RCA 50 Ohms
Output impedance XLR 100 Ohms
Max. output voltage RCA 7 V
Max. output voltage XLR 14 V
Turntable supply15V / 1.5 A, galvanically isolated

Base Unit – General

Mains voltage 100 – 240VAC / 50-60 Hz
Power consumption max 25W
Power consumption standby mode0.45W
Power consumption with mains switch (18) in 0 (off) position 0W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 431 x 130 x 390mm
Weight 12 kg

Plug-in Cards – MC RCA, MC XLR

Sensitivity (1 kHz, Ua=1V)55 / 100 / 170 / 315 / 550 µV (adjustable)
Overload (1 kHz, 0dB)2.5 mV
Impedance 1000 / 500 / 300 / 100 / 50 / 30 Ohms (adjustable)
S/N(0.5mV / 0dB / 33 Ohms, 73 dB / 77 dB(A)
Plug-in Card – MM RCA
Sensitivity (1 kHz, Ua=1V)0.5 / 0.9 / 1.6 / 2.8 / 5 mV (adjustable)
Overload (1 kHz, 0dB) 25 mV
Impedance 50 / 100 / 150 / 200 / 300 / 400 pF (adjustable)
S/N(0.5mV / 0dB / 33 Ohms, 79 dB / 85 dB(A)

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