The Parasound Zphono XRM offers two separate input stages — one for a turntable with a moving magnet cartridge, and one for a moving coil cartridge — so you can connect two 'tables simultaneously. The MC stage offers variable load impedance, allowing precise cartridge loading to match high- or low-output MC cartridges. Both inputs offer switchable gain.

The front panel also has a defeatable 40Hz high-pass filter that helps eliminate subsonic rumble, and a stereo/mono switch that can particularly come in handy when playing older records. The back panel includes unbalanced stereo RCA outputs, and balanced stereo XLR outputs for a more secure connection and superior noise rejection.

Product highlights:

• compatible with moving magnet and moving coil phono cartridges

• dual inputs (one MM, one MC) let you connect two turntables simultaneously

• low-noise linear power supply

• optional rack mount kit available

Front panel:

• MM/MC input selector

• stereo/mono switch

• rumble filter on/off (40 Hz high pass, 18 dB/octave)

Rear panel:

• MC input stage:
  
  
  • stereo RCA input
  
  
  • variable impedance knob for precise cartridge loading
  
  
  • switchable gain for moving coil cartridges (+50dB/+60dB)
  
  
  

• MM input stage:
  
  
  • stereo RCA input
  
  
  • switchable gain for moving magnet cartridges (+50dB/+40dB)
  
  
  

• balanced stereo XLR and unbalanced stereo RCA outputs

• removable power cord

Performance specs:

• signal-to-noise ratio: 92 dB (MC +50dB setting); 82 dB (MC +60dB setting); 94 dB (MM)

• THD: 0.02%

• input impedance: 47k ohms (MM); 50-1,050 ohms (MC)

Dimensions and warranty:

• 8-5/8"W x 2-1/8"H x 12"D (half-rack space, 1U rack height)

• weight: 3.9 lbs.

• Our 60-day money-back guarantee

• MFR # ZPHONO XRM

What's in the box:

• Parasound Zphono XRM owner's manual

• Phono preamplifier

• 6' AC power cord

• Owner's Guide