VinnieRossi Introduces The Canta Phono Preamplifier
VinnieRossi has announced the new Canta Series of audio components. The first model in this range is the Canta Phono Preamplifier. The series will be expanded throughout the fall, with the Canta Integrated Amplifier to be announced in September, the Canta Preamplifier in October, and the Canta Stereo Power Amplifier in November. US pricing for the Canta Phono Preamplifier is provisional at $17,995.00. Pricing for other regions to follow.
The VinnieRossi Canta Phono Preamplifier is positioned between its Canta and Brama ranges. It can be used with electronics from either series, allowing it to be incorporated into a Brama system or used as part of a complete Canta system.
The CANTA Phono Preamplifier features a fully discrete, dual-mono architecture with balanced XLR and single-ended RCA connectivity. The design employs a discrete JFET (transconductance/transimpedance) input stage, high-precision RIAA equalization, and a Belleson super-regulated power supply. It supports both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, offering flexible cartridge loading and a switchable high-pass filter.
The case is CNC-machined from a solid block of aluminum, providing exceptional mechanical rigidity, resonance control, electromagnetic shielding, and grounding integrity while reflecting the timeless industrial design language of the CANTA Series. The front panel high resolution display provides an intuitive user interface for adjust gain, loading, and other parameters with ease, with all settings stored in memory.
The rear panel provides stereo support for 1 x XLR and RCA input and 1 x XLR and RCA output plus two grounding terminals. The rear USB-C connection is provided for firmware updates.
Specifications:
- Supported Cartridges: Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC)
- Inputs: L/R balanced (XLR) L/R single-ended (RCA)
- Gain:
- Moving Magnet: 36, 40, 46, and 52dB.
- Moving Coil: 56, 60, 66, and 72dB
- Cartridge Loading:
- Moving Coil: 10, 15, 18, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 150, 180, 200, 250, 400, 600, and 1000 ohms.
- RIAA Accuracy: ±0.1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
- Output Impedance: < 100 ohms
- Subsonic Filter: Switchable 3rd order high-pass filter at 20Hz
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 16.25” x 12.75” x 2.75” (413 x 324 x 70mm)
- Weight: 22 lbs, (10Kg)
Availability:
End of September 2026
Pricing:
- UK: £TBA
- US: $17,995.00 (TBC)
- EU: €TBA
For more information visit the VinnieRossi web site.
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