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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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
Class A Single-ended, transformer-coupled, balanced amplifier, powered by the legendary 300B tubes
- Engineered to power even the most demanding headphones, delivering up to 8 Watts of high-quality audio performance.
- Features a distinctive finish and a wide range of customization options to suit your unique style.
- Offers a variety of inputs and outputs, providing maximum flexibility and functionality for all your audio needs.
- Equipped with balanced XLR input and output connections for superior sound quality and enhanced signal integrity.
Standard Edition includes :
- 300B power tubes
- Premium copper signal wiring
Performance Edition includes :
- Full Music 300B power tubes
- UPOCC (single crystal copper) signal wiring
Reviews
Stereophile
“It looks like it was designed to sit on a smart person’s desk, beckoning constantly to be used. With every headphone I tried, it performed as though it had been engineered to present recordings in the most vivid manner possible, be 100% musically satisfying, and be the last headphone amplifier any of us might need to own. “
https://www.stereophile.com/content/gramophone-dreams-81-feliks-envy-headphone-amplifier
Headfonia
“It’s always fun reviewing high end gear. The Feliks Audio Envy 300B tube amplifier is among the best on the market. It’s a truly high-end amplifier with an incredible sound. It costs a pretty penny but if you have the budget you will never ever need a different tube headphone amp.
The Feliks Audio Envy is a future classic already. If you have the chance listen to it, you absolutely should. And sorry about your wallet, because you’ll want one once you’ve heard what it is capable off.”
https://www.headfonia.com/feliks-audio-envy-review/4/
Hifipig
“The Feliks Audio Envy Performance Edition is a true high-end headphone amplifier, it is also an end-game amplifier for many of those who choose to purchase one.
It has all the qualities many will want in this segment of the market – exceptional power output for even the hardest-to-drive headphones paired with stunning build quality.
The sound quality doesn’t let it down and it is versatile and works with a plethora of headphones whilst outputting a dynamic, rich, and effortless sound that has excellent detail and just the right amount of valve magic.”
https://www.hifipig.com/feliks-audio-envy-performance-edition-300b-set-headphone-amp/
Specification
- Power tubes: 300B
- Driver tubes: PsVane CV-181 mk2 (6SN7)
- 2x unbalanced RCA inputs (IN1, IN2)
- 1x balanced XLR input (IN3)
- Input sensitivity 1V RMS
- Input impedance:
– For IN1 i IN2 (RCA) 100k?
– For IN3 (XLR) 10k? - 1x pair of pre-amplifier output as RCA
- 1x pair of pre-amplifier output as XLR
Maximum voltage on the above outputs is 5V (RMS) at output impedance of 600? and THD<0,5%
- Impedance selector guidance:
– LO – up to 60?
– MID – up to 300?
– HI – up to 600?–mnh
- Amplifier’s impedance:
– LO at 32? load is 3,8?
– MID at 100? load is 8,8?
– HI at 600? is 20?
Output powered measured at MID impedance setting at load of 16? is 5W with THD ?1% (maximum 8W at THD >5%)
- Frequency response:
– 8Hz÷100kHz ±3dB
– 18Hz÷40kHz ±1dB - Headphone outputs: 6.3mm and XLR
- AC voltage 50/60Hz:
– 230V version (±5%)
– 115V version (±5%) - Power consumption: 110VA
- Weight: 15,1kg (without packaging)
- Dimensions:
– 35x33x18,5cm (LxWxH) – without tubes
– 35x33x24,5cm (LxWxH) – with tubes
Box Content
- Matched pair of driver tubes CV-181(6SN7)
- Matched pair of power tubes 300B
- AC cord
- User Manual
- Warranty Card
Additional information
- Weight: 15,1 kg
- Dimensions: 35 × 33 × 18,5 cm
- Upgrade Options: Standard, Performance (+800€)
- AC Voltage: 230V, 120V
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