After many years of success and esteem, the Nagra VPS is replaced by the Classic PHONO

The VPS, itself inspired by the legendary Nagra PL-P, is a very respected phono stage.

The VPS was the base we used and the obvious product to benchmark the new design.

Design

New generation Nagra custom made input transformers

Full tube in Class A totalizing four triodes

Featuring two inputs, one MC / MM and one MM

Adjustable and customizable cartridge loading

Selection of RIAA, TELDEC and COLUMBIA curves

Accommodates mono cartridges

Mono selector for mono records made with a stereo cutter

Adjustable gain from 38 to 64 dB

New built-in silent power supply, can be upgraded with a Classic PSU

Inputs

The MC input features a new generation of custom made Nagra transformer using the special magnetic core of the HD PREAMP.

The gain selection on the front panel allows you to match the cartridge or the record very easily.

For MC cartridges, gain of 54 or 64 dB, for MM, 38 or 48 dB.

The various and numerous settings allow you to match your cartridge collection and the record very closely.

Vacuum tubes

The Classic PHONO exclusively uses tubes as active electronic components.

2x E88CC/ 6922

1x ECC81/B739

1x ECC83/B759

All the tubes are going through and individual selection by Nagra Laboratory.

Sound and impression

The first notes strike with density and extension. The Classic PHONO impresses immediately with its sheer quality. The linear phase response is clearly audible with a very faithful stereo and 3D image. The timbre of the instruments is extremely natural. After a few minutes of critical listening you simply want to rediscover your music collection and enjoy it!

The Classic PSU power supply, derived from the HD line, will take the Classic PHONO to new heights.