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We also carry phono tracking force scales, speaker/source selectors
and NAB hub adaptors for 10.5" reel-to-reel machines.
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Phono Preamps Preamps with Additional Features Cartridges, Needles and Styli
Source and Speaker Selectors Vintage Audio Components NAB Hub Adaptors
Digital Tracking Scales (Stylus Gauges)

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RIAA Phono Preamps

Good: TCC TC-400G/L Phono Preamp

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$29.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $35.50.

The TC-400G/L is a significant upgrade from the entry-level AC-powered preamps you'll find sold all over the internet; its external power supply provides excellent isolation against hum and noise. Additional features include a ground wire terminal, gold-plated RCA connectors for input and output, and a LED power indicator ( found only on Phonopreamps.com's TC-400s; these are custom-made to order for us). This is an excellent choice for use with component stereos, home theatre systems and better-quality PC sound cards.

Better: TCC TC-450 Mobile Phono Preamp

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$31.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $37.50.
(WITHOUT POWER ADAPTOR)

With a 70dB S/N ratio and 0.05% maximum distortion, the new TC-450 introduces the first battery-powered model to our lineup. One nine volt battery will run this low current-draw preamp for many, many hours. Or you can use it with the optional power adaptor, just like our other models. Either way, this preamp (both lightest and smallest of any we sell) adds a new measure of flexibility for those of you recording or listening to your albums on the go. The same sturdy metal construction used in our other models provides excellent shielding, noise rejection and durability.

$35.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $41.50.
(INCLUDES POWER ADAPTOR)

Way Better: TCC TC-750 Phono Preamp:
Improved Edition with Better Specs
Including 85dB S/N!!!
Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$43.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $49.50.

This preamp features better specs than the phono preamps built into most component stereo receivers and amps! Improved PCB layout and 1% tolerance resistors resulting in extremely accurate RIAA equalization (coupled with a s/n ratio a CD player might envy) makes this THE choice for use with high-end systems and sound cards. If you're looking to make archival quality copies of LPs on CD-R, or just looking to hear that analog LP sound produced without coloration or added background noise, this is definitely worth the extra ten bucks.... Very nice packaging makes this an excellent gift choice for the audio perfectionist. CLICK HERE for the PC World article featuring this preamp.

Best: TCC TC-750LC Phono Preamp:
Same Great Specs as our TC-750
PLUS an Output Level Control
Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$48.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $54.50.

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Preamps with Additional Features

New lower price!!!TCC TC-780LC
Stereo Line Level Amp / Booster
Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)
$49.50 plus $7.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $56.50.

NOT A PHONO PREAMP!!!

The TC-780LC provides up to 20dB of gain on any line level source, allowing longer cable runs or that "bump" you need to cure low volume issues. Or you can use it to add a volume control between a line level source and a power amp which has no level adjustment of its own. It comes in both black and silver finish, has a front minijack for temporary connection of MP3 players and iPods, and includes a control-mounted power switch. DIN type 5-pin rear panel in/out jacks allow easy connection of older European brand equipment such as Bang & Olufsen,Tandberg and Revox. Have a MM cartridge turntable that just isn't loud enough compared to other sources? Our line amps can solve this problem for you; click on the image above to learn how!

TCC TC-740A Variable Output
Mike/Instrument Pickup/
Line / RIAA Phono Preamp

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$57.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $63.50.

A variable level output control and the ability to handle line, musical instrument pickup, dynamic mike AND phono input signals makes this little item very handy indeed. This is an excellent front end for sound reinforcement applications that don't require the complexity of a mixer but that may require handling varying source and output level requirements from job to job. DJs and roadies in a pinch will benefit from having one of these in their tool box to take the place of larger, more expensive equipment . The rear-panel attenuator switch allows use with higher level line sources such as tape, CD or TV audio. With the addition of this feature, the TC-740A becomes the ultimate Swiss knife of preamps.

TCC TC-760
Switchable Moving Magnet/
Moving Coil Preamp

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$53.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $59.50.

The TC-760's similar MM specs and sound quality rival those of the TC-750, but this model adds the ability to connect moving coil cartridges. Whether you own an MC cartridge now or envision upgrading to one in the future, this preamp gives you the flexiblity to connect BOTH MM and MC cartridge-equipped turntables at the same time, selecting between them with the flick of a switch. Most MC preamps and matching transformers price out at ten times and more what this'll cost you; a very cost-efficient way to dip your toe in the moving coil end of the pool and see if it's for you.

Our TC-760LC; the NAD PP-2
Finally Meets Its Match
at a Much Lower Price!
New! Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$73.50 plus $8.00 S&H (Priority or Air Mail)
for a total of $81.50 (US and Canada)

The NAD PP-2 is a great product; for years it has ruled the roost among MM/MC preamps. But our TC-760LC aims to change that. Additional features like an output level control, ability to connect MM and MC turntables simultaneously (selecting between them at the push of a switch), and selectable hi/lo MC input inpedance make the TC-760LC the better value; superior specs make it the better choice as well. A price way below the NAD provides the frosting on this particular cake!

TCC TC-753LC RIAA Phono Preamp
With Switchable Aux Input
and Output Level Control
New! Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture
for specs, hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$57.50 plus $8.00 S&H (Priority or Air Mail)
for a total of $65.50 (US and Canada)

Frustrated by the lack of inputs on your minisystem or home theatre receiver? Tired of having to unplug your TV audio or MP3 player whenever you want to play or record an LP? This phono preamp is for you. Our new TC-753LC features vastly improved specs (equivalent to the much more expensive TC-754) over the previous version and adds the output level control feature which has made the TC-750LC our best selling model. Now there's no reason to choose between specs and convenience; you can have both!

TCC TC-754 RIAA Phono Preamp
With Three Switchable Aux Inputs
And Output Level Control
New! Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

(CLICK HERE or on the picture
for specs, hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$73.50 plus $8.00 S&H (Priority or Air Mail)
for a total of $81.50 (US and Canada)

Need even more inputs? Our most versatile model combines exceptional phono preamp performance with three additional aux level audio inputs, then adds an variable output level control. Soft-touch switches control power on/off and source selection. While off, the TC-754 even remembers what source was last selected and reselects it when powered back up. The output level control allows connection to a power amp either directly or through an equalizer; or it can simply be used to fine tune the audio level sent to your computer sound card or receiver. Spectacular RIAA equalization accuracy and a S/N ratio of 85dB make the TC-754 our best performing phono preamp; its additional features are extra icing on the cake!

TCC TC-720 Stereo Mike/
RIAA Phono Preamp

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$49.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $55.50.

This preamp features stellar phono specs and performance, then adds on top of that the ability to also accept two microphones, either electret (condensor) or dynamic, to allow stereo live recording. These mike inputs are MUCH better than the ones found on most PC sound cards, because not only do they provide a superior signal-to-noise ratio, they work properly with dynamic mikes and musical instrument pickups which do not require a bias voltage (sound card mike inputs generally will not work properly with these, resulting in very poor reproduction). Classy retail packaging makes this a super gift choice for the budding musician or recording enthusiast....

TCC TC-778 RIAA Phono Preamp
With 78rpm Equalization Switch and Input

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$63.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $69.50.

The TC-778 combines the proven low noise discrete RIAA design found in the TC-750 with the ability to select equalization much more appropriate for playing and recording 78rpm records. Dedicated rear input jacks accomodate a separate 78 table; or the same input can be used for both RIAA and 78 (for those of you who have one table capable of playing all record speeds). Simply set the rear panel switch to the position which suits your situation. Buy with one of our Audio Technica LP/78 combo cartridge combos seen below and get free shipping!!!

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Speaker and Source Selectors

TCC TC-25 5-Way
Stereo Speaker Selector

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$39.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $45.50.

This model allows you to connect up to five pairs of speakers to a stereo originally equipped to support only one or two pair. One or five or any combination in between can be selected to play at once. Power rating (per channel) is 50 watts; A headphone jack and output protection against shorts are also provided.

TCC TC-9 4-Way
Stereo Speaker Selector

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$33.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $39.50.

This model allows you to connect up to four pairs of speakers to a stereo originally equipped to support only one or two pair. One or four or any combination in between can be selected to play at once. Power rating (per channel) is 200 watts; this model provides NO output protection against shorts.

TCC TC-716 6-Way
Stereo Source Selector

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and to purchase this product)

$24.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $30.50.

Now available in either BLACK or SILVER

This model allows you to connect up to five stereo aux level sources to one input. One or five or any combination in between can be selected to mix and play at once. Unused inputs can be "reversed" and used as outputs to additional amps or recording devices. Four jack sets are RCA type; the remaining two are 3.5mm stereo minijacks (the kind found on Discmen and MP3 players).

TCC TC-37 3/2 Way
Source/Speaker Selector

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for specs,
hookup diagrams and additional payment methods)

$33.50 plus $6.00 S&H (Priority Mail) for a total of $39.50.

This model allows you to connect up to three stereo aux level sources to one input on a mini-system or home theatre receiver. It also allows you to connect and select between two pair of speakers, even if your stereo only has one set of outputs. The speaker switch portion can handle amps and receivers rated up to 200 watts per channel. This unit is totally passive and requires no power.

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Cartridges, Styli and Other Audio Stuff

Standard and P-Mount
Magnetic Cartridges

CN5625AL Standard Mount or AT3482 P-Mount
Cartridges by Audio Technica; your choice
$24.50 DELIVERED!!!!

CLICK HERE or on the pictures above
to be taken to the purchase and specs page

Universal Mount
Magnetic Cartridges

AT250G or AT320 Eliptical/Biradial Tip
Cartridges by Audio Technica;
these fit almost any turntable!

CLICK HERE or on the picture above
to be taken to the purchase and specs page

Magnetic Phono Styli
(FREE Shipping!)

STG10 ATN105 ST09D

Quality aftermarket diamond styli to fit Audio Technica, Sanyo/Fisher, Technics,
Aiwa, Sony, Panasonic, Shure, Ortofon and many other brand cartridges;
Click on the brand logos below to go to the listings.

(Note that Audio Technica cartridges and styli appear with LOTS of other labels on them;
many turntable OEM cartridges labelled Kenwood, Sony, Aiwa, Sansui etc. are actually A-Ts,
so whatever the brand you're in search of, this is the place to look...)

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(also Pioneer, ADC, Pickering, and lots of other brands!)

Magnetic Cartridges for
Playing Both LP & 78 Records

Your Choice, CN5625AL/78 Standard Mount or AT3482/78 P-Mount Magnetic Cartridges by Audio Technica; these combos include both the original Audio Technica LP stylus and an interchangeable aftermarket diamond stylus specifically designed to play 78-rpm records. CLICK HERE to read why a different stylus type is needed to play 78s.

Audio Technica CN5625AL/78 Combo $52.50
(free shipping)
Audio Technica AT3482/78 Combo $52.50
(free shipping)
(Recommended tracking force on both of these 78 styli is 5-7 grams)

TC-778 Preamp/cartridge combo deal
$116.00 (n/c shipping)
only available by using the Paypal link below;
(choose which cartridge style you want
BEFORE pressing the Paypal button)

Model 20 Superior Resolution
Audiophile Grade Tracking Scale

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for
for more pix, and additional payment methods)

$52.50 plus $4.50 S&H for a total of $67.00

Looking for higher accuracy? This scale features a four digit display and a range of 0-20G at 0.002G resolution; that's FIVE TIMES more accurate than our less costly models. Not just useful for turntable adjustment, this scale can weigh all kinds of stuff with precision, including gemstones; the user can choose to weigh in grams, carats, pennyweights, ounces, or troyounces. Included are a small bowl and tray (for weighing liquids and powders), a twenty gram auto-calibration weight, a flip-up lid (to keep the weighing surface clean) and batteries (four AAA penlite).

NEW! PP-B10 Extremely High Resolution
Audiophile Grade Tracking Scale

(CLICK HERE or on the picture for
for more pix, and additional payment methods)

$72.50 plus $4.50 S&H for a total of $77.00

Our new PP-B10 digital tracking scale may look just like the well-known Canrong CR-B5, but our version features double the resolution and twice the capacity! A five digit blue backlit display allows use in any kind of lighting, so you don't have to ruin the mood to insure you're not ruining your records. A built-in auto-calibration routine and supplied 10g weight provide the kind of confidence needed when dealing with fragile and expensive styli. And the PP-B10 is tiny: smaller than a pack of playing cards. This scale comes in a very nice snap-lid gift box with satin liner, and is supplied with the two included lithium batteries already installed.

Model 53/55 High Resolution
Digital Tracking Force Scales
(also called Stylus Gauges)

(CLICK HERE or on either picture for larger
images, info and to purchase these products)

High end cartridges feature very low tracking forces, very delicate stylus assemblies and very high price tags. Those rinky-dink seesaw stylus scales just don't cut it when a moment's clumsiness can set you back hundreds of dollars! These little digital beauties allow the serious audiophile to adjust and confirm stylus pressure with full confidence and minimal handling. Even if your cartridge isn't so high-end, both it and your records will benefit from proper adjustment, and sound their best too. As an added bonus, these tiny scales fit in your pocket, go anywhere and can weigh lots of other things besides your tonearm. A number of our competitors are selling similar-looking scales with MUCH poorer resolution (0.1g instead of our 0.01G); in some cases for much more money than ours! We'll ship anywhere worldwide for just $4.50. US and Canadian customers, buy a scale at the same time you purchase a preamp or switcher, and we'll refund the $4.50 against your Paypal or Google payment!

NAB 10.5" Reel Hub Adaptors;
$24.50 a pair!!!

(CLICK HERE or on the picture
for more pix, and additional payment methods)

$24.50 per pair plus $2.00 S&H for a total of $26.50.

These are BRAND NEW (custom-made for Phonopreamps.com) clamp-type reel hub adaptors that fit Pioneer, Akai, Tascam, Fostex, Teac, Tandberg, Revox and other 1/4" reel-to-reel decks that take 10.5" reels and have spring-loaded or locking reel retainers. They are exact copies (except for the brand name logo) of the adaptors which were supplied with a number of Teac models. This is a "reel" hard item to find, but we have them!

Vintage Audio Components