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Cayin - CS-6PH - Phono Preamplifier

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Revitalize your vinyl experience and meet your audiophile needs with Cayin CS-6PH Tube Phono Preamplifier. Designed specifically for the discerning vinyl fan, this premium preamplifier combines slick modern designing with advanced technology to deliver outstanding acoustic results. The CS-6PH offers dual phono inputs for high-quality MM and MC cartridges, providing the versatility to connect two turntables or multi-arm turntables with different pickups. With selectable tube team, gain switch options and adjustable input impedance – it's fine-tuned to optimise your listening experience. Over 25 years of Cayin's transformer design expertise and precision handcrafting culminate in this sophisticated preamplifier, ensuring pure, low-noise and stable amplification for your beloved vinyl records. Its user-friendly front switches, soft-start circuit, and memory functions also guarantee ease of operation. Retro CPR aesthetic, high-quality components, and top-tier functionality make the Cayin CS-6PH a must-have addition to your turntable setup. Experience vinyl like never before, only with Cayin.

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Cayin CS-6PH Phono Preamplifier

Introducing the Cayin CS-6PH, a revelation in Phono Preamplifiers meticulously designed and handcrafted for the discerning vinyl enthusiast. This exquisite tube phono stage is the product of over 25 years of audio design expertise from Cayin, tailored to connect with high-performance MM and MC pickups to deliver an immersive, high-fidelity sonic experience. Furnished with a dual phono input mechanism, it seamlessly accommodates multiple-arm turntables or two different turntables, each powered by an MM or MC system.

The distinctive feature of the CS-6PH is its able team of tubes – functions of MC gain, MM gain with near-perfect RIAA equalization, output stage and voltage rectification are divided between four different types of specialized tubes, creating a symphony of sounds. The palpable power of the CS-6PH can be custom adjusted, thanks to a three-position gain switch on the front panel. Flexible to a variety of cartridge types, the amp carries the capacity to enhance its gain from 40 decibels to an astounding 65 decibels. This device is not merely a conduit for pure sound but an homage to painstaking precision, ensuring optimal impedance and capacitance adjustments for your pickups.

The well-envisioned design features a low-pass filter to prevent any disruptions arising from low frequencies due to record warpage. Packed with high-quality capacitors, carbon film resistors, a large EI transformer for power supply and top-grade relays, the Cayin CS-6PH offers a harmonious blend between classic technique and modern functionality. The device promises easy handling with egg-shell smooth switches and memorable settings. Optimum functionality is ensured with a clever soft-start circuit and an elegant tube cover for a splendid visual appeal.

Experience the sublime power of the CS-6PH, carefully built to bring you a dynamics-rich, crystal-clear, and captivating audio experience.

Features:

  1. Dual Phono Input: The CS-6PH features two phono inputs that enhance compatibility with MM and MC pickups. You can connect two turntables or multi-arm turntables with ease.

  2. High-Quality Tube Team: Four different types of specialized tubes are utilized for MC gain, MM gain, output stage and voltage rectification. Each performs a specific task, resulting in a pure, balanced sound.

  3. Adjustable Gain: A three-position gain switch allows you to custom adjust your sound, enhancing the gain from 40 dB to 65 dB.

  4. Input Impedance and Capacitance: This phono preamplifier comes with settings to optimize impedance and capacitance. It features a low-pass filter for reducing disruptions from low frequencies due to record warpage.

  5. Premium Components: High-quality capacitors, carbon film resistors, a large EI transformer, ceramic tube bases and top-grade relays add to the durability and performance of this device.

  6. Easy to Operate: Front panel switches make it easy to adjust settings. The device stays operational right from the remembered settings after switching off/on.

  7. Protective Soft-Start Circuit: The built-in soft-start circuit ensures the amp runs at optimal and stable state after a 60-second warm-up period.

  8. Handcrafted Precision: Each CS-6PH phono preamp is meticulously hand-assembled, ensuring a high level of detail and quality.

Benefits:

  1. Versatility: Connect multiple-arm turntables or two different turntables, each using a different MM or MC system, adding to the convenience and flexibility.

  2. Sonic Purity: Thanks to the specialized tube team, experience near-perfect RIAA equalization and a profound, immersive audio experience.

  3. Excellent Sonic Customizability: Adjust and tailor your sound based on your preference, from soft whispers to fully packed decibels.

  4. Optimized Audio Quality: The adjustable impedance and capacitance ensure an optimized, top-tier vinyl listening experience.

  5. Durability: With premium components, this is a device built to stand the test of time, offering long-lasting, stable performance.

  6. Ease-of-Use: Features like front panel switches and retained settings simplify the user experience greatly.

  7. Safety: The soft-start circuit keeps the amp running at optimal, safe operational levels.

  8. Exceptional Craftsmanship: Each unit embodies the epitome of craftsmanship honed over 25 years, delivering a superior audio experience every time it's used.

Specifications:

Specification Description
Product Type Tube Phono Preamplifier
Brand Cayin
Model CS-6PH
Purpose For demanding vinyl fans with high-quality MM and MC pickups
Inputs Two Phono Inputs
Tube team Two 6922 from Electro Harmonix (for the MC gain), Two ECC83 from JJ Electronics (for the MM gain with RIAA equalization), Two 12AT7 (output stage)
MC Gain 57 dB, 61 dB or 65 dB
MM Gain 40 dB
Custom Reinforcement Three-position LOW/MED/HIGH gain switch
Input Selectors Includes CAP switch and Impedance selector switch
Low-Pass Filter Rumble switch activated
Outputs Balanced and Unbalanced analog output
Power Supply Complex with low-noise voltage regulation
Manufacture Handcrafted precision by skilled technicians with final multi-stage quality and listening test
Components High-quality including audio quality capacitors, carbon film resistors, large EI transformer, ceramic tube bases, and high-end relays
Settings Control Front panel switches
Safety Feature Soft-start circuit with 60-second warm-up period
Operation Remembers last settings after switching off; returns to the settings of last use when switched on
Extras Visually attractive, easy-to-install tube cover
Available Colors Black or Silver
Manufacturer’s Experience Over 25 years of designing tube amps

Trust none other than Cayin CS-6PH Phono Preamplifier for an unequaled vinyl experience at your fingertips. Engineered to resonate excellence, this product is the emblem of creativity, functionality, and craftsmanship weaved into a harmonious medley. With its exquisite feature mix tailored to indulge both MM and MC pickups, it sets new standards in audio refinement, offering a potent punch of heightened clarity, smoothness, and incredible dynamism. Articulated with sophisticated design components, this tube-based preamp not merely replicates the original sound but elevates it to an unparalleled scale – providing a sensational audio immersion. A perfect blend of classic technique and breakthrough technology, the Cayin CS-6PH is not just a purchase, it's an investment in a profound audio experience.

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ℹ Specifications
Specification Description
Product Type Tube Phono Preamplifier
Brand Cayin
Model CS-6PH
Purpose For demanding vinyl fans with high-quality MM and MC pickups
Inputs Two Phono Inputs
Tube team Two 6922 from Electro Harmonix (for the MC gain), Two ECC83 from JJ Electronics (for the MM gain with RIAA equalization), Two 12AT7 (output stage)
MC Gain 57 dB, 61 dB or 65 dB
MM Gain 40 dB
Custom Reinforcement Three-position LOW/MED/HIGH gain switch
Input Selectors Includes CAP switch and Impedance selector switch
Low-Pass Filter Rumble switch activated
Outputs Balanced and Unbalanced analog output
Power Supply Complex with low-noise voltage regulation
Manufacture Handcrafted precision by skilled technicians with final multi-stage quality and listening test
Components High-quality including audio quality capacitors, carbon film resistors, large EI transformer, ceramic tube bases, and high-end relays
Settings Control Front panel switches
Safety Feature Soft-start circuit with 60-second warm-up period
Operation Remembers last settings after switching off; returns to the settings of last use when switched on
Extras Visually attractive, easy-to-install tube cover
Available Colours Black or Silver
Manufacturer’s Experience Over 25 years of designing tube amps
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