Spirit MM

Zesto Audio's newest phono preamp . It is available as a MM only at $4500 and as an MM/MC for $6000. Price listed is for the MM. One of the Few Zesto Audio is proud to be one of the only manufacturers to offer a 100% all-tube analog phonostage at this price point. You will receive the same quality and sonic excellence that you would expect from any Zesto product, hence the name Andros Spirit. Design Philosophy Zesto Audio has a long history of producing award-winning Phonostages since the company launched the original Andros PS1 Phonostage in 2010. George Counnas, Founder, and Chief Design Engineer of Zesto Audio says, “I designed the Spirit so it would retain only the essential features of its predecessors, while still offering the Zesto Audio signature sound.” George admits how challenging it is to design a high-quality product that sounds good at a low price point. Unique Safety Feature The Spirit has a unique component called a safety switch. George says, “I was inspired by the old Telefunken Radios back in the 50s and 60s that used a safety switch to discharge the high voltage. I included this feature for your added safety when changing tubes.” New line – New Enclosure Design The new full-size 17″ x 12″ enclosure design represents the new Spirit line of products in development at Zesto Audio. The Spirit is made with 16-gauge steel for better grounding to help isolate the electronic “chatter” from nearby equipment. Carolyn Counnas, VP, and Industrial Designer for Zesto Audio says, “I wanted our customers to feel they had been personally invited into the inner sanctum of tube electronics, solder joints and all. I get mesmerized by the LED illuminated tubes which bring an added sensual experience to your listening pleasure.” Robust Power Supply (Energy Source Power Supply) We named it the ESP Supply because it anticipates the energy needs of the music. Zesto’s ESP Supply unlocks the true potential of the circuit, so it is at ease and doesn’t have to work as hard. It allows more music to flow through with more detail. It also creates a more dynamic presentation, the quiet passages are quieter, and louder passages have more punch. Specifications: Inputs per channel One input for MM or MC MM/MC switch MM impedance switch 47K Ohms MM capacitance 200pf MC single-ended RCA input 3 position MC load impedance adjustable 500, 250, 100 Ohms MC Internal step-up transformers Ground binding post Outputs per channel Impedance 10K ohms +7 Volts max output level Active Components Four standard JJ ECC83S/12AX7 vacuum tubes with high-quality gold pin ceramic sockets Power Internal power supplies using Toroidal transformers, 1 high voltage 300V, and 1 low voltage 12V Power consumption 26.5W, 0 drain when off Voltage 100V to 120V AC 60Hz Optional factory installed 220V to 240V AC 50/60Hz Standard 3-pin 10 Amp IEC power connector ON/OFF power switch located on the IEC mains power connector 0.5 Amp Slow Blow fuse is located in the IEC mains power connector Detailed