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Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier

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Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier Unlock the full potential of your vinyl collection with the Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO, a high-performance moving magnet phono preamplifier designed to deliver a rich, detailed, and immersive sound. Whether you’re a casual listener or an audiophile, the ALVA SOLO elevates your turntable setup with exceptional clarity…

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Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier

Unlock the full potential of your vinyl collection with the Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO, a high-performance moving magnet phono preamplifier designed to deliver a rich, detailed, and immersive sound. Whether you’re a casual listener or an audiophile, the ALVA SOLO elevates your turntable setup with exceptional clarity and precision.

Premium Sound Quality

The ALVA SOLO is engineered to provide the ultimate in dynamic range, tonal balance, and detail, ensuring that every groove in your vinyl is heard with pristine accuracy. With a high-quality, low-noise design, this preamp preserves the integrity of your vinyl’s audio, delivering deep bass, clear midrange, and sparkling highs.

Advanced Technology for Enhanced Performance

Featuring Cambridge Audio’s Class-A amplification circuitry, the ALVA SOLO ensures that your records sound as close to the original recording as possible. The use of hand-selected components further improves the signal-to-noise ratio, minimizing distortion for a cleaner, more accurate sound reproduction.

Fully Compatible with Moving Magnet Cartridges

The ALVA SOLO is specifically designed to work seamlessly with moving magnet (MM) cartridges, making it an ideal choice for most modern turntables. The preamp’s high input impedance and optimal loading give you the flexibility to pair it with a wide range of MM cartridges for superior sound quality.

Effortless Setup and Use

With its simple, user-friendly design, the ALVA SOLO ensures an easy setup and hassle-free operation. Easy-to-use RCA inputs and outputs make connecting to your turntable and amplifier a breeze, while the compact form factor fits effortlessly into any audio setup without taking up much space.

Audiophile-Grade Build Quality

Crafted from high-grade aluminum and designed with minimalistic elegance, the ALVA SOLO complements your turntable system with both style and durability. The robust build helps reduce unwanted vibration, ensuring consistent performance and longevity.

Wide Range of Compatibility

Designed to work with a wide variety of audio systems, the ALVA SOLO’s precise gain control ensures optimal performance regardless of the type of amplifier or speakers you’re using. Whether you’re using a dedicated high-end system or a more modest setup, this preamp adapts to your needs.


The Cambridge Audio ALVA SOLO Moving Magnet Phono Preamplifier offers a clean, natural, and true-to-life reproduction of your vinyl, turning every listening session into an unforgettable experience. Enhance your turntable’s performance and rediscover the warmth and depth of your favorite records with this exceptional phono preamp.

MAX POWER CONSUMPTION: 10W
GAIN @ 1KHZ39dB
NOMINAL OUTPUT300mV
SENSITIVITY FOR NOMINAL OUTPUT3.35mV
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE (A-WEIGHTED)~0.09uV
RIAA CURVE ACCURACY+/- 0.65dB 30Hz-20kHz
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO GROUNDED INPUTS REF. 1V OUTPUT (20HZ-20KHZ BW)>90dB
THD+N 1KHZ (20-20KHZ BW)<0.0025%
INPUT IMPEDANCE47k Ohm
INPUT CAPACITANCE100pF
OVERLOAD MARGIN>30dB
CROSSTALK @10KHZ>85dB
DIMENSIONS (H x W x D)48x176x132 (1.9x6.9x5.2”)
WEIGHT0.68kg/1.5lbs

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