![]() ![]() All of these factors combined are a potentially big win for audio performance. Finally, a very small circuit board results in less antenna effect which further lowers the noise floor. Using PPS capacitors offers another advantage: they have a tighter tolerance compared to traditional capacitors and this allows the Mini Phono to produce a more accurate RIAA stage along with improved left right channel matching. The signal path from the input jack to the RIAA filter and final amplification, for example, is a mere 1.3 inches in length. These short signal paths are possible thanks to the use of tiny surface mount PPS capacitors and thin film resistors. The Mini Phono was designed with the shortest possible signal paths which result in a low noise, high performance audio delivery. After all, in the world of audio we are often made to believe that larger components sound better. As you might expect, the upgraded version offers slightly improved sonics.Īt first glance, you may think that the Mini Phono’s diminutive dimensions limit its audio performance. An upgraded version is available with aluminum end plates and a grounding jack and can be ordered for $830 USD. The standard edition comes with acrylic end plates and retails for $750 USD. The USB cable is used for recharging the batteries and connecting the unit to a computer when recording vinyl. ![]() The Mini Phono comes from the factory with a USB cable and a USB charger. The rear panel of the Mini Phono offers an ON / Charge switch, a grounding jack (which is optional) and a mini USB port. Swan Song provides both these adapter cables in the box. This however means that you’ll need to use two 3.5mm to RCA adapter cables to connect your turntable and power amp. Swan Song opted to use 3.5mm jacks in its design to keep the size of the Mini Phono as small as possible. Its front panel sports dual MM / MC switches that allow you to select your turntable cartridge type as well as 3.5mm input and output jacks. It’s so small, it fits in the palm of your hand. The on-board batteries offer a run time of 8 to 9 hours and take between 3 and 4 hours to recharge.Īs its name implies, the Mini Phono offers compact dimensions that measure just 3″ wide by 4″ deep by 7/8″ tall. ![]() This approach enables the Mini Phono to achieve higher levels of performance compared to phono preamps that run from built-in or wall wart power supplies, since power supplies inherently generate a lot of noise and power coming out of the wall outlets is never clean. Another unique feature of the Mini Phono is that it’s designed to run exclusively from its built-in LIPO batteries. The ADC section is not a feature commonly found in phono preamps and will be appreciated by listeners who wish to transfer some of their vinyl albums to a digital format. The preamp section is designed for playback of common Moving Coil and Moving Magnet cartridges. It combines a phono preamp, a USB ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) and a rechargeable battery in a single, very small aluminum enclosure. The Swan Song Audio Mini Phono, under review in this article, is a rather unique audio component. In his review, Glen concluded that “if you covet lofty levels of upscale performance without the traditional big rig real estate demands, this solution will bring smiling spousal approval and absolute joy to your ears.” That’s a pretty high praise from a long-time audiophile and a good illustration of Swan Song’s main goal: to produce high performance audio components at fair prices. We, at the NOVO magazine, were first exposed to the brand, when Glen Wagenknecht reviewed the Swan Song Audio White Swan Headphone Amplifier / Preamplifier. Swan Song Audio is a Tulsa, Oklahoma manufacturer that has been building its reputation since 2013 as a boutique, built-to-order audiophile brand. Suave Kajko T19:03:45+00:00 November 16th, 2020 | 2-Channel Amps, Preamps, Reviews | 38 Comments ![]()
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