RP-102 Phono Preamplifier By Vitus Audio
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The RP-102 redefines excellence with a complete redesign, supporting mono cartridges, easy front-panel control, and an active MC step-up gain stage for improved noise reduction, resolution, and micro-dynamics, all while delivering faithful sound reproduction.
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Burn-In Time
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Analog, Phono Preamp, Vitus Audio
RP-102 Phono Preamplifier By Vitus Audio
$21,263
The RP-102 redefines excellence with a complete redesign, supporting mono cartridges, easy front-panel control, and an active MC step-up gain stage for improved noise reduction, resolution, and micro-dynamics, all while delivering faithful sound reproduction.
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The RP-102. A short history of excellence
How do you enhance something already considered exceptional? That was the challenge in reimagining the acclaimed RP-100, a phono stage that consistently outperformed competitors.
Praised by Roy Gregory in HiFi+ in 2004, the RP-100 earned glowing reviews and an award for its outstanding performance. Redeveloping such a celebrated product meant not just meeting expectations but surpassing them, resulting in a phono stage that redefines excellence.
Vinyl – the gateway to decades of unique and iconic recordings
Every record collection deserves faithful and authentic sound reproduction, and the RP-102 delivers just that with a complete redesign of its main board, power supply, and logic control.
This model introduces mono cartridge support and eliminates the hassle of accessing the rear plate or opening the unit. All load and gain settings are easily managed from the front panel or via the optional remote control.
With an active moving coil step-up gain stage (up to 75dB), the RP-102 accommodates even very low-output MC cartridges while reducing noise, enhancing resolution, and revealing stunning micro-dynamics.
Finishing
The RP-102 is available in classic Pure White, Jet Black, and Warm Silver finishes. For a more distinctive look, popular options include Titanium Orange, Dark Champagne, and Titanium Grey.
Specifications
Input XLR analogue
- Available: 1 (L+R)
- Gain:
MC: 51, 54, 57, 60, 63, 66, 69, 72, 75dB
MM: 27, 30, 33, 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51dB - Load steps:
MC: 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 110, 130, 150, 180, 270, 300, 340, 360, 380, 400, 550, 600, 670, 750, 1k, 1.2k, 1.5k, 2k ?
MM: 40, 60, 120, 150, 200, 300, 400, 500, 750, 1k, 1.2k, 2k, 2.8k, 5.3k, 47k ?
Input RCA analogue
- 2(L+R)
Output XLR Analogue
- Available: 1(L+R)
- Impedance: 80?
- Frequency response: +800kHz
- Signal to noise ratio: >70dB @ 1kHz
- THD + noise: <0.01%
Output RCA Analogue
- Available: 1(L+R)
- Impedance: 80?
- Frequency response: +800kHz
- Signal to noise ratio: >70dB @ 1kHz
- THD + noise: <0.01%
Power Consumption
- Standby: <1W
- Operation: 25W
Dimensions (Ext. PSU)
- Height: 65mm
- Width: 175mm
- Depth: 275mm
- Weight: 4kg
Dimensions (RP-102)
- Height: 103mm including feet
- Width: 435mm
- Depth: 396mm / 431mm with binding post
- Weight: 9.5kg
- Material: Aluminium for body parts
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Product Description
Introduced to mark the 20th anniversary of Phasemation, the Phasemation PP‑5000 represents a milestone model within the company’s lineup of high-end phono cartridges. Developed from two decades of research and engineering, this flagship moving-coil cartridge is designed to deliver exceptional resolution, precise imaging, and powerful bass performance for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
A standout element of the PP-5000 is its diamond cantilever, an advanced design choice that helps improve vibration transmission speed and allows the cartridge to capture greater levels of musical detail. This contributes to a wider sense of space, improved soundstage accuracy, and more refined reproduction of subtle musical nuances.
Key Highlights
Diamond Cantilever
The cartridge features a diamond cantilever—an innovative implementation within the Phasemation lineup. Its high rigidity and fast propagation characteristics support improved signal transmission from the stylus to the generator system.
Optimized Vibration System
A redesigned vibration structure helps improve trackability, allowing the stylus to follow groove modulations with high precision and stability.
Precision-Mounted Diamond Stylus
The stylus uses a natural diamond tip mounted with extremely tight tolerances. The refined mounting angle, controlled to approximately ±3 degrees, helps maintain accurate groove contact for detailed playback.
Refined Magnetic Circuit
An advanced polishing process is used in the magnetic circuit to improve field uniformity. This helps the cartridge reproduce extremely small signal variations, contributing to enhanced spatial expression and musical detail.
High-Rigidity Body Construction
The cartridge body features a stainless-steel base finished with titanium nitride coating for durability, paired with a duralumin cover treated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon). This rigid structure is designed to help minimize unwanted resonance while supporting stable and accurate playback.
Awards
Stereo Sound Publishing
Stereo Sound Grand Prix Grand Prix Award 2022
Ongen Publishing
Analog Grand Prix Gold Award
Ongen Publishing
Audio Excellence Award 2023 Special Grand Prize
SEIBUNDO SHINKOSHA Publishing
MJ Technology of the Year Analog Components Honorable Mention
ONGAKU NO TOMO SHA COTP. STEREO magazine
Best Buy Components 2022 Phono cartridge over ¥500,000 1st Place Year Compo
Specifications
- Power Generation Type: Moving Coil Type
- Impedance: 4?
- Appropriate needle pressure: 1.7 to 2.0g
- Output voltage: 0.3mV or more (1kHz 50mm/s horizontal direction)
- Compliance: 8.5? /mN [8.5×10-6cm/dyne]
- Playback frequency range: 10Hz to 30kHz
- Separation: 30dB or better (1kHz)
- Channel balance: within 1dB (1kHz)
- Cantilever: Synthetic diamond (0.2mm square)
- Stylus tip: Natural diamond (line contact / curvature 0.03 x 0.003 mm)
- Magnet: Samarium cobalt
- Magnetic circuit material: Permendur
- Base Material: Machined from stainless steel / TiN treatment
- Body Material: Duralumin machined / DLC treatment
- Body weight: 14.3g
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