{"product_id":"audiolab-ppa7-phono-preamplifier","title":"audiolab PPA7 Phono Preamplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAudiolab PPA7 MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiolab PPA7 is a compact phono preamplifier for both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges. It boosts the tiny signal from your cartridge and applies RIAA equalization, so your amplifier receives a clean line-level signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt also adds a dedicated headphone amplifier, a Bluetooth transmitter with aptX HD, and USB-C recording to a PC or Mac. The PPA7 is available in Black or Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCartridge Loading You Set From the Front Panel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe MM input runs at the standard 47k ohms, with a choice of 100pF or 220pF capacitance. The MC input offers 100 ohm or 330 ohm loading for low-output cartridges. You set these from the menu and remote, not with switches hidden under the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRegulated Power for a Quiet Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe PPA7 runs from a 12V DC adapter. Separate internal regulation stages then create symmetrical +8.5V and -8.5V rails for the analog circuitry. Audiolab rates signal-to-noise at 80dB A-weighted for both MM and MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHeadphones, Bluetooth and USB Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA current-feedback headphone amplifier drives headphones from 20 to 600 ohms through a 6.3mm jack. Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX HD sends your records to wireless headphones or speakers. The USB-C output records vinyl to a computer at up to 24-bit\/192kHz, with recording gain from -12dB to +3dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow the PPA7 Fits Your System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe PPA7's RCA output connects your turntable to an integrated amplifier, preamplifier, power amplifier or active speakers. Use the fixed output setting with amplifiers that have their own volume control. Use the adjustable setting with power amps and active speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is sized to match the Audiolab D7 and sits alongside Audiolab 6000 and 7000 Series components. 12V trigger input and output let it switch on with the rest of your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat it will not do: it has no balanced XLR outputs and no line-level inputs for other sources. Its Bluetooth only sends audio out, so it cannot receive music from a phone. The USB-C port records to a computer; it is not a DAC input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Phono Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraders from a built-in phono input\u003c\/strong\u003e — A dedicated phono stage with adjustable loading in place of your amplifier's basic input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMC cartridge owners and future upgraders\u003c\/strong\u003e — Separate MM and MC inputs with selectable loading for both types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone listeners\u003c\/strong\u003e — A dedicated headphone amplifier plus aptX HD Bluetooth for wireless headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors archiving their records\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB-C recording to PC or Mac, with adjustable recording gain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for balanced systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — If your amplifier needs an XLR phono feed, the PPA7's RCA-only output will not suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect your turntable's left and right RCA leads to the MM or MC input. Attach the turntable's ground wire to the Ground terminal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun an RCA interconnect from the PPA7's Pre Outputs to your amplifier or active speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the menu, set Pre Out Level. Choose Fixed for an amplifier with its own volume control. Choose Adjustable for a power amp or active speakers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug in the supplied 12V power adapter, select MM or MC, and choose the loading for your cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: plug headphones into the 6.3mm jack, pair Bluetooth headphones or speakers, or connect a computer by USB-C to record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe PPA7 is available in Black or Silver. The 12V trigger cables (3.5mm) are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuild out your vinyl system with these categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the PPA7 work with both MM and MC cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It has a separate input for each type. MM gain is +46dB and MC gain is +60dB, with selectable loading for each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect it straight to active speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set Pre Out Level to Adjustable, and the PPA7's volume control sets the output level. The range is -78dB to 0dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I stream from my phone to the PPA7 over Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNo. The PPA7 has a Bluetooth transmitter, not a receiver. It sends your records to Bluetooth headphones or speakers, with aptX HD on compatible devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I record my vinyl to a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Connect a PC or Mac by USB-C and enable USB Record in the menu. It records at 44.1kHz to 192kHz in 16 or 24-bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA power adapter, remote control and user manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about phono preamps and vinyl playback? 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