Gold Note PH-1000 MM and MC Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier

Gold Note PH-1000 MM and MC Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier

 

The Gold Note PH-1000 is the perfect product for anyone looking for an innovative and high quality phono stage. With its class A discrete components, infinite EQ curves, and optional class A line preamp, it offers unparalleled sound quality that you won't find in any other phono stage. With its infinite EQ curves, you'll be able to play any record exactly as it was intended, allowing you to enjoy the music to its fullest. Additionally, it's 100% made in Italy, so you can be sure of its quality and craftsmanship. Whether you're an audiophile looking for the best sound quality or a casual vinyl fan looking for the best experience, the Gold Note PH-1000 is sure to exceed your expectations.

Finishes - Black, Silver or Gold. Please note that the Gold finish is special order only.

 

What Gold Note say

 

PERFECT CARTRIDGE MATCHING

With 14 Gain levels and 12 Load levels, as well as 7 Capacitance options dedicated to MM cartridges, it is the ideal phono stage for high-performance analogue systems, capable of driving even the most exotic cartridges with perfect synergy, making the PH-1000 a professional instrument for high-end studio recording.
On top of that, you can change settings and make ultra-fine adjustments, including the EQ curve, simply by using the SKC and the display as you are playing music. Our innovative technology allows the best ease of use while preserving entirely the sound quality as it works in the analogue domain: the interface is digital and independent from the audio path, which is completely analogue. The result is an ultra-low noise phono stage with high gain and no audio filters.
All the functionalities are in fact managed through discrete audio-grade components and sealed single switches, always shortening the signal path to deliver superior audio quality and extract even the finest details from the vinyl record. Powered by our custom firmware, the PH-1000 can be easily updated via computer when necessary.

 

MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY

The PH-1000 offers 3 independent inputs, two RCA and one XLR. There are also 2 other inputs, one RCA and one XLR, that can be used either for the external load plugs for even finer control of the Load or as line inputs on the PH-1000 with Preamp.
Add the other functionalities, such as the Headphone Output, the Stereo/Mono control with phase inversion, the L/R Channel Swap, and the Rumble Subsonic Filter, and here you have it, the most advanced phono stage on the market.

 

HIGH-QUALITY COMPONENTS

The level of quality meets the highest standard throughout the entire production: from the aluminium ultra-solid chassis machined with precision to the electronic components and circuitry that undergo strict QC computer-controlled tests.

 

UNLIMITED EQ CURVES

RIAA, Capitol, Columbia/CBS, Deutsche Grammophon, Decca London USA, Decca London UK, and Decca Mono 78rpm,
Epic, HMW, Mercury, RCA Victor, Philips, Elektra, L’Oliseau-Lyre, Parlophone, and more. Each curve can be “enhanced” with our proprietary technology inspired by the Neumann Cutting Lathe for superior dynamic and musicality.

 

TOTAL CONTROL

The PH-1000 shows every detail on the colour display powered by our proprietary firmware. With the SKC (Single Knob Control technology) and the display, you have an intuitive system to easily control the phono stage and quickly make fine adjustments without even interrupting the playback.

 

HEADPHONE OUTPUT

You can now enjoy the shortest audio path ever with the PH-1000, your turntable, and your headphones – that’s all you need for the audio signal to go from the vinyl directly into your headphones without the need for additional stages.

 

MODULAR DESIGN

For the most demanding audiophiles, the PH-1000 can also be further enhanced with our external power supply PSU-1250 / PSU- 1000, or even the external tube output stage TUBE-1012 / TUBE-1006, to reach the highest level of musical realism in terms of dynamic, details, and imaging.

 

Features

• FREQUENCY RESPONSE
  • 20Hz – 20kHz
• EQ CURVES
  • 18 EQ curves all with Enhanced option (+/- 0.3dB)
  • Infinite EQ curves with 4 manually adjustable presets (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE)
• THD
  • (TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION)<0.01% max.
• SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO
  • 100dB
• DYNAMIC RANGE
  • 110dB
• INFRASONIC FILTER
  • 10Hz/36dB octave (ON/ OFF)
• MONO/STEREO
  • Stereo, Stereo 180°, Mono, Mono 180°, Mono L
• CHANNEL SWAPPING
  • R/L, L/R
• IR RECEIVER
  • For multifunctional remote control

Specification

AUDIO INPUTS

• 2x unbalanced RCA (0.1mV MC up to 8.0mV MM)
• 1x balanced XLR (0.1mV up to 1.0mV MC)

LOAD

• 12 options for RCA
  
  • [100kΩ, 75kΩ, 47kΩ, 33kΩ, 22kΩ, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω]
• 8 options for XLR
  
  • [4k7Ω, 1kΩ, 470Ω, 220Ω, 100Ω, 47Ω, 22Ω,10Ω]
• External Load supports RCA and XLR plugs (only on PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE)

CAPACITANCE

• OFF, 100pF, 150pF, 220pF, 330pF, 470pF, 1000pF

GAIN

• PH-1000 / PH-1000 LINE
  
  • 40dB MM to 65dB MC with 7 options [0dB, ± 3dB, ± 6dB, ± 9dB]

LINE INPUT LEVEL

• 2Vrms (standard) up to 2,5Vrms (max)

AUDIO OUTPUTS

• 1x unbalanced RCA @1V
• 1x balanced XLR @4V
• 1x Output Stereo for Tube (balanced GN) for optional TUBE-1012 & TUBE-1006

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE

• Unbalanced 100Ω
• Balanced 300Ω

POWER CONSUMPTION

• 30W

PSU INPUT

• For external power supply Gold Note PSU-1250 & PSU-1000

POWER SUPPLY

• Dual-Mono linear power supply
• 100-240V with auto sense, 50-60Hz

FUSE

• 2A T

DIMENSIONS

• 430mm W | 135mm H | 375mm D
• 630mm W | 350mm H | 600mm D – boxed

WEIGHT

• Kg. 12 – net
• Kg. 17 – boxed

 

About Gold Note

Gold Note, the leading Italian manufacturer in the High-End audio industry, was founded in Firenze in 2012 by Maurizio Aterini, who serves as the CEO and driving force behind the brand. With a focus on Italian craftsmanship, Gold Note offers a complete line of digital and analogue equipment catering to audiophiles worldwide.

Gold Note's story combines tradition and innovation, inspired by the rich history, art, and technology of Firenze. The brand values creativity, technical expertise, and a sense of beauty, which are reflected in every product they create.

The mission of Gold Note is to deliver the full experience of music, capturing the emotion of listening. They strive to achieve perfect musicality through innovative technology, exquisite materials, and Italian design. The result is a full-bodied sound with impeccable imaging, dynamics, and precise placement of instruments and voices.
Gold Note's sound is distinctively Italian, characterised by vivid realism, precise imaging, accurate instrument separation, speed, and clarity of detail. They aim to provide a natural and balanced sound that combines analytical and sentimental qualities, resulting in a unique Italian Sound.

The philosophy of Gold Note revolves around systems thinking, emphasising the synergy created by the components and the entire audio chain. They focus on the holistic approach to design, considering the sum of the parts rather than individual constituents. This approach allows them to craft a complete audio chain that delivers true Italian Sound.
As a contemporary High-End audio brand, Gold Note combines innovation and tradition to meet the needs of the modern audiophile. They embrace engineering, functional design, and manufacturing challenges, striving for excellence while representing the essence of "Made in Italy." Gold Note carefully selects suppliers known for their exceptional quality, often located in Tuscany, near their headquarters.

Quality control is of utmost importance to Gold Note. Each product undergoes thorough individual testing, ensuring the highest level of quality. The lean production system is followed, with each product assembled by a single technician.

Gold Note's commitment to delivering the ultimate musical experience and their dedication to craftsmanship has established them as a renowned brand in the High-End audio industry.