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Item: PS Audio GCPH Phono Stage Location: Blue Mountains NSW - can post Price: $700 Item Condition: Very Good (minor marks consistent with age) Reason for selling: NLR Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: For sale is the excellent and versatile PS Audio GCPH phono stage. I have owned this for around six years and it has performed flawlessly. Moving it on after acquiring a new phono stage up the chain, which has demonstrated just how good these units are. The GCPH is in the 'easy to use' category of phono stages, ie. the switches are all on the outside of the box making it reasonably straight forward to make adjustments. On the front is a mono / stereo switch, phase option and a volume control. Gain and loading are accessed at the rear of the unit. Gain options include: 48/54/60/66dB and loading options are: 100 / 500 / 1k / 47k. There is also the choice between RCA or balanced outputs. A remote control (never used) is included and can be plugged directly into a power amp, and with the volume adjustment the unit can be used as a preamplifier. The GCPH has a loyal following, and they don't come up for sale too often. There are plenty of positive reviews about the unit and forum chatter. I have the original packaging which includes the manual and remote. Happy to post at buyer's cost. Photos:

Item: Audio Research ph6 phono stage Location: Perth Price: 2995 new 6995 and only just a discontinued Item Condition: Exceeltn- 99 /100 almost mint apart from 2-3 years old and sounds magnificent. Reason for selling: no use Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only, delivery , payola as a friend etc Extra Info: see below. 2nd owner as new very, very nice sounding phono stage from this high end manufacturer of audio equipment. $6999 when new $2995 Item : Audio Research PH6 MC phono stage-stunning sound and condition. Location: Perth WA Price: New $6995 retail. no use since bought NOW only $2995 Item Condition: 100% working and looks as new with tiniest mark on rear / back of top plate. 99 out of 100, lovely product. Reason for selling: too many phonos so one to two have to go I will list my PS audio too soon. Selling a lot of excess gear so will have a few listings this week. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only CAN POST OR ORGANISE FREGHT ETC Extra Info: I bought this beauty few months ago from an SNA member who bought it from Sydney authorised Audio Research dealer as a store demo unit, so it is still should be under Australia warranty, ( will need to check with paperwork in Box) condition is as new except one small mark as shown in the photo, you can't really tell unless looking for it. It works really well with Shelter 901 MC (0.5mv), Lyra Delos MC (0.6mv), Nagaoka MP500 MM (3mv), those are carts I have (had), I believe it would be the best match with MC from 0.5mv to MM (3mv), my finding seems to be inline with reviews on the web. It hasn't get much use as I have other toys, it's from smoke and pet free home, I have the original box so shipping is not a issue. These were the last owners comments and I personally used for about 20 hours with a clearaudio concerto wood and it was divine bringing my VPI to life. A lovely piece of kit and I am putting up for sale 3 phonos and 2 will go just accumulating too much gear. It's not short of good reviews on the web, happy to answer what I know. Please send PM if interested. https://www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/audio_research_ph6.htm e audiophiles often wonder why a certain company replaces a very good piece of equipment. Oftentimes it can be as simple as wanting to freshen up in the product line. Audio Research released the PH6, however, because it betters in every way the model it replaces. It is simply a cleaner window between you and your music and, I'll go out on a limb, the phono stage to beat in its price range. Its sterling sound quality together with its excellent build quality, Audio Research’s reputation and the knowledge that they’ll be around to care for the product well into the future means that purchasing a PH6 can be one of the best investments in your musical life you can make https://www.tonepublications.com/review/audio-research-ph-6-phono-preamplifier/ A Worthy Successor The PH 6 is an excellent phono preamplifier, offering excellent sonic performance, build quality, and value. In comparison to other phono preamplifiers, both models costing considerably more and less, its price is spot on. The PH 6 also stood up well when compared to ARC’s top-of-the-line REF Phono 2; the lineage is immediately evident. The only potential limitation of the PH 6 may be related to the 58 db gain figure when combined with a handful of very low-output cartridges below .4mv. However, considering the range of excellent cartridges above that figure, finding something you like should not prove difficult. When going from regular, to large, to super size (PH 6, PH7, REF Phono 2), the listener will find the tonal qualities to be very similar, each increasing model offering more dynamic range, and more low level detail and increased resolution, along with increased functionality. Taking these points into consideration, it’s easy to see why ARC continues to enjoy such a loyal customer base. So whether you are a new customer or legacy customer waiting to trade up, you will enjoy the PH 6. - Jeff Dorgay

Item: Goldenote Phono 2 MM/MC Location: Canberra Price: Sold pending payment Item Condition: As New Reason for selling: No longer required Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Bank Transfer, PayPal (as a friend or plus 3%) Extra Info: I have owned this from new and it has served me well excellent phono for the money, Gold Note have recently released the PH-1 at a cost of £540.00, which has the same spec`s as the one I`m selling here's the link to the new one http://www.goldnote.it/ph-1. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Octave Phono Module - black Location: South Yarra Price: $2,300 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Upgrading (to Doshi V3.0) Payment Method: Cash on pickup, or can transact before MAC July meeting next Wednesday Superb German-made phono pre-amp in immaculate condition. Easily holds its own with all phono stages under $10k that I've heard - and it's a pre-amp as well. Inputs on this unit are for MC phono and a dual (one RCA, one XLR) line level input, i.e. it accepts a turntable and two other components Expandable - see http://www.octave.de/en/htdocs/verstaerker/phonomodule.php for further options and Aussie distributor details. Of the two outputs, one is fixed and the other variable. Current spec with upgraded tubes (by Warwick at Sonic Purity); further upgradable, but genuine high-end sound as is. Supplied with standard 'brick' power supply, remote control, instruction manual and original packaging. Priced to sell, so be quick - this is a big bang per buck item! Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Esoteric E-03 dual input phono stage Location: Melbourne Northern Suburbs Price: $ 3,000 plus postage Item Condition: Very Good Reason for selling: No longer required Payment Method: Pickup - Cash. Preference given to local purchaser but can ship. Extra Info: All original packaging & Manual - (power lead missing)

Item: Musical Fidelity X-LPS V3 Phono Stage Location: Len Wallis Audio HQ Price: $250 Item Condition: Very good secondhand condition Shipping: Available to wherever are you, POA Payment Method: Cash, Credit Cards Paypal, Bank transfer, Zip Pay Extra Info: This Musical Fidelity X-LPS V3 MM/MC switchable phono pre-amplifier is in very good secondhand condition. Able to managed both MM and MC phono cartridges. Comes all the original an original packaging including power adapter and manual. Specifications Sensitivity: 3mV (MM), 350uV (MC) Impedance: 47k ohms (MM), 100ohms (MC) Total harmonic distortion: <0.01% Input overload margin: 30dB Signal to noise ratio: 83dB (MM), 74dB (MC) RIAA accuracy: +-0.25dB Dimensions: 180 x 88.2 x 208mm Weight: 2.5kg Photos:

Item: Yaquin MS22b - Nice little phono stage, responsive to a range of MM cartridges - I like it with the Stanton range Specifications: ●Tubes: 12AX7B × 2 ●Output Voltages: 0.5V (400Hz input) ●Output Jacks: One group of gold plated RCA jacks ●Input Sensitivity: ≤4.0mV (400Hz, 0.5V output) ●Input Jacks: One group of gold plated RCA jacks plus a grounding terminal ●Signal Noise Ratio: >85dB (A weight) ●Distortion: ≤0.11%(400Hz input) ●Power supply voltage: 110/220V 60Hz/50Hz ●Dimension：200H * 170W * 125L（mm） ●Gross weight：3.3kg Location: Bunbury South West WA Price: $150 (firm) Item Condition: As new Reason for selling: Surplus to needs Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Direct Deposit Extra Info: Review here: https://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/i-review-the-175-tubed-yaqin-ms-22b-phono-preamplifier.267043/ Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved.

Item: Trigon Advance Phono Amplifier (Black) Location: Melbourne (3148) Price: $1050 (RRP $1,990) i.e. almost $950 of saving + postage Item Condition: Used (Pristine) Reason for selling: Upgrade Payment Method: Pickup, Paypal (add 3% if not paying as friend) Extra Info: Trigon Advance is made in Germany. This sublime phono stage has an awesome sound stage and awe-inspiring detail. What makes it super special, is the accumulator technology, which works like a power generator/battery backup, providing a clear and neutral sound. Before purchasing the Trigon from Class A Audio in Jan 2018, I made an extensive comparison with various other phono stages in the same price range viz. Rega Aria, Music Fidelity Mx-Vinyl, Soundsmith MCP2. To tell you the truth, the Trigon made the Rega sound like a toy, the Mx-Vinyl and MCP2 though very musical lacked the oomph and detail of the Trigon. I would put the Trigon against the Cyrus Phono Signature + PSX-R₂ combination, that retails for almost twice the price of the Trigon. Following is a video link of Trigon v/s Rega - This is a very reluctant sale but I have no use of it, since I have moved to the Canary MCP-10. I don't have the original boxes, but can pack it properly for interstate buyers. For more information please refer to the manufacturers website - http://www.trigon-audio.de/index.php?id=77&L=1 Pictures:

Item: Trigon Advance Phono Amplifier (Black) Location: Melbourne (3148) Price: $1250 1200 1150 + postage (RRP $1,990) i.e. almost $850 of saving Item Condition: Used (Pristine) Reason for selling: Upgrade Payment Method: Pickup, Paypal (add 3% if not paying as friend) Extra Info: Trigon Advance is made in Germany. This sublime phono stage has an awesome sound stage and awe-inspiring detail. What makes it super special, is the accumulator technology, which works like a power generator/battery backup, providing a clear and neutral sound. Before purchasing the Trigon from Class A Audio in Jan 2018, I made an extensive comparison with various other phono stages in the same price range viz. Rega Aria, Music Fidelity Mx-Vinyl, Soundsmith MCP2. To tell you the truth, the Trigon made the Rega sound like a toy, the Mx-Vinyl and MCP2 though very musical lacked the oomph and detail of the Trigon. I would put the Trigon against the Cyrus Phono Signature + PSX-R₂ combination, that retails for almost twice the price of the Trigon. Following is a video link of Trigon v/s Rega - [/url] This is a very reluctant sale but I have no use of it, since I have moved to the Canary MCP-10. I don't have the original boxes, but can pack it properly for interstate buyers. For more information please refer to the manufacturers website - http://www.trigon-audio.de/index.php?id=77&L=1 Pictures:

Item: RCM Sensor Prelude IC Phono stage with Furutech upgrades Location: Melbourne. Abbotsford or Camberwell Price: $1590 Item Condition: 9/10 used but petty much mint Reason for selling: Upgrade! Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: This is an amazing phono stage. I have enjoyed it very much. Am only selling as I have upgraded. Will drive pretty much all cartridges. Has plenty of gain. Many loading options, see pictures. Bang for buck this is the best thing you could give your analogue system! Boxed up and ready to post if required. Pictures:

Item: Accuphase C37 (100 V unit) Location: Adelaide Price: AUD 5500, or best offer Item Condition: Mint Reason for selling: Not into hifi nowadays Payment Method: Pickup, or post - Cash, bank transfer Extra Info: Super awesome phono stage with 3 inputs. Has been working its magic with my Lyra Atlas. Note this is 100V. I will include a TorTech transformer. You wouldn't even know it was there, or it was running on a different voltage. You can argue amongst yourselves about purity of the electrickery Pictures:

Item: Cambridge Audio TOPAZ SR10 Stereo Receiver 85W w/ remote & phono 4 vinyl IN BOX Location: Bulleen, VIC Price: $350 Item Condition: Used Reason for selling: Moved to another idea Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: http://www.synergyaudio.com/Cambridge-Audio/Receivers/Topaz-SR10-Stereo-Receiver/260/productview.aspx CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SR10 - TOPAZ 85W CH STEREO RECEIVER REMOTE AND PHONO STAGE with original box, packing, remote and manual. Some marks on front right side of case, as shown in detailed photos. Serviced 18 months back at original Dealers and in perfect working order. Selling only due to change in system setup. The fully-featured SR10 combines a punchy integrated stereo amplifier with an FM/AM RDS tuner. A completely discrete high power amplifier mated to a custom design low flux oversize toroidal transformer instantly reveal its audiophile pedigree as will its sound the first time you hear it. And adding to the already weighty specification is a front-mounted connection for your MP3 player or iPod plus a full remote for the perfect armchair experience. Features 85 Watts per channel 4 x rear mounted source inputs FM/AM RDS tuner with 30 presets 1 x front input for iPod or MP3 Integrated phono stage for turntable connection Twin speaker outputs Full remote control Sexy blue LEDs Specifications Power Output:85 watts (into 8 Ohms) Frequency Response:(-1dB) 5Hz - 50kHz Max. Power Consumption:500W Radio function Aerial inputs FM 75 ohms, Coaxial.AM 300 ohms wire loop/single wire. Europe:AM (522-1629kHz),FM (87.5-108MHz) US:AM (530-1710kHz),FM (87.5-108MHz) Dimensions (H x W x D):110 x 430 x 340mm Weight:8.1kg (17.8lbs) DELIVERY as you wish - I can take to a freight forwarder on your request (NOT Aus Post), or you can pickup in Bulleen (VIC) *** ADVERTISED elsewhere so may sell or be withdrawn without notice.

Item: RCM Sensor Prelude IC Phono Stage with Furutech upgrades. Location: Canberra Price: $1900 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Simplifying setup Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, bank transfer Extra Info: Highly regarded phono stage capable of retrieving the finest detail out of moving magnet and moving coil cartridges. Many positive reviews online. Very adjustable. RCA and XLR outputs. http://www.10audio.com/rcm_sensor_prelude_ic.htm Pictures:

Item: Sugden PA4 Masterclass Phonostage Location: Berwick / Bayswater , Vic Price: $2,000 Item Condition: As New, no marks, scratches, 2 years old Reason for selling: Funds for Amp Upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD, bank deposit etc Have all original boxes, posting no issue. RRP is $4,050.00 at Stereophonic. Pictures:

Item: Sugden PA4 Masterclass Phonostage Location: Berwick / Bayswater , Vic Price: $2,100 Item Condition: As New, no marks, scratches, 2 years old Reason for selling: Funds for upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD, bank deposit etc Have all original boxes, posting no issue. RRP is $4,050.00 at Stereophonic.

Item: Graham Slee Gram Amp 2SE Location: Richmond 3121 Price: $300 - reasonable offers Item Condition: very good, single owner Reason for selling: upgrade Payment Method: Prefer pickup Cash, Extra Info: Preference given to a local so it can be auditioned before buying. But I do have original packaging so it can be posted at your risk/expense. Very well known and regarded phonostage. https://www.wyndhamaudio.com.au/products/gsp-audio-gram-amp-2-special-edition

Item: Manley Chinook Location:Sydney ( Hillsdale) Price: $2800 + postage Item Condition:excellent 4 months old Reason for selling: financial Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Eft Extra Info: Angling for an affordable yet world-class vacuum tube phono stage? The hunt is over! The spawn of the Manley Steelhead - one of the world's greatest phono preamplifiers - Stereophile Class A Recommended Component and The Absolute Sound's Preamp of the Year, has arrived. The Chinook epitomizes the sound of the Steelhead. Designed for the music lover, not the switch tweaker. Like the Steelhead, each channel employs the two triode sections of a 6922 for amplifying duties with highly accurate passive RIAA equalization networks. In the Chinook, the signal is then directly coupled to another 6922 dual triode serving as the output driver in a White Follower configuration. This output stage circuit is our favorite because of its super-low output impedance and beefy current-driving capabilities. It can drive long cable lengths and difficult loads, tube or solid-state. Bring it on. No wimpy cathode followers here! Setting up the Chinook couldn't be easier. There are two internal settings for optimal gain: 45dB for Moving-Magnet cartridges and 60dB for Moving-Coil cartridges. Set it and forget it! The back panel contains DIP switches for adjusting the input resistive and capacitance loading values. 31 possible options between 26 and 800 Ohms plus 47k Ohms and 7 capacitive loading choices between 50 pF and 350 pF provide flexibility to match any cartridge and fine tune the tone. Audiophile-grade and time-proven componentry is used throughout, embodying Manley's dedication to seductive sonics, combined with the reliability that professionals around the world depend on. At just about a quarter of the price of our revered Steelhead preamplifier, the Chinook's focus is on elegance of design, careful execution, efficient construction, and appreciable quality. Designed and built in California, the Chinook exemplifies Manley's commitment to our local community and to a simple, clean, and quiet signal path. The Chinook demonstrates the supreme linearity of vacuum tubes while providing the flexibility needed to embrace any turntable setup. Everything from the most exotic 180 gram audiophile pressing to 25 cent thrift-store classics will be reproduced accurately and musically. Don't let this one get away! Hook a Chinook! Pictures: Photos to come

Item: Tron Seven MC Phono Stage Location: Melbourne (pickup only; but I can assist with Pack & Send) Price: $2150 (please contact me by PM if you are interested in this unit) Item Condition: 8/10 Reason for selling: Moving to all-in-one solution Payment Method: Cash on pickup, paypal (+3%), bank transfer Extra Info: I am selling my Tron Seven MC tubed phono stage. The phono stage has 69dB of gain (49dB + 20dB step up) and is for low output MC carts only. It employs 2x12AX7 and 1x12AU7 tubes. The tubes were carefully selected and installed by the previous owner, @petng. The 12AU7 is a Telefunken ECC82, which the previous owner highly recommended. The two 12AX7 are Mullard tubes if I remember correctly. I never opened the unit and fully trust the previous owner's judgement when it comes to the selection of tubes. I have no knowledge about tubes, whatsoever :-) I do know, however, that I very much like the sound of this phono stage. In my system (Brinkmann Bardo with Jelco tonearm and Ikeda 9TS cartridge), the Tron Seven sounds better than a number of other phono stages I tried including Aurorasound VIDA and Rega IOS (which it replaced in my system). The unit is in excellent condition. Please note that it comes with a short power chord of only 50cm length because the unit sat at the bottom of my rack. I no longer have the original box (but I kept a piece of the box with information about this unit, see pictures). Therefore, this is pickup only from Williamstown or Carlton. Alternatively, I am happy to assist with Pack & Send at buyer's risk and expense. More information about this phono stage can be found on the designer's (Graham Tricker) homepage: http://www.tron-electric.co.uk/phono-amplifiers/seven-phono-stage/. I link petng's original ad on SNA below, which also includes some pictures of the open unit (but with a different set of tubes). Please note that I paid more than the price advertised there because of the previous owner's recommendation to go with this particular set of tubes. From memory, I paid about $2500 for this unit. An MM version of the Tron Seven recently sold for $1950 on this forum. The MC version is more expensive than the MM version because of the additional step-up transformer. Therefore, I think the price I am asking for this unit is very fair. Pictures: (sorry for the dust; only noticed afterwards)

Item: Sugden PA4 Masterclass Phonostage Location: Berwick / Bayswater , Vic Price: $2,600,****** now $2,350 firm. Item Condition: As New Reason for selling: Funds for upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Have all original boxes, posting no issue. RRP is $4,050.00 at Stereophonic. Pictures:

Item: Pro-Ject Tube Box S - MM/MC phono preamplifier with tube output stage Location: SE Suburbs, Melbourne Price: $330 (RRP$456) + postage ($30) anywhere within Australia, local pickup welcome. Item Condition: Excellent, As new Reason for selling:Received it as a gift, I already have a highend phono stage. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal (sending to a friend or 3%) , Bank Transfer Extra Info: see below Pictures: see below I received this as a Xmas gift in 2017. Its an amazing tube phono amplifier, very musical compared to other phono stages, in that price range. Check out the manufacturers link - http://www.project-audio.com/main.php?prod=tubeboxs&lang=en I only played it for a few hours, so the condition is like brand new. Being a curious audiophile, I compared it to the Rega phono stage. Please have a listen to it on my YouTube link - https://youtu.be/_z0TJtwiTt0

Item: Audio Research SP20 Pre Amp including phono stage Silver Location: Sydney Price: $4,900 Item Condition: Excellent condition, no marks or scratches, total hours used about 1200, although the remote control has a couple of small buff marks. Reason for selling: Upgrading Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, COD Only Extra Info: Comes with box and manual. Purchased new in Australia. Please contact me for further information Pictures:

Item: Eastern Electric Minimax tube phono stage Location: Adelaide Price: $799 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Rationalising my system Payment Method: Bank transfer Extra Info: The phono stage is in excellent condition and no damage that i can see anywhere. Excellent reviews online. I have all the original boxes and manuals. Will post at buyer’s expense. Pictures:

Item: Sugden PA4 Masterclass Phonostage Location: Berwick / Bayswater , Vic Price: $2,600,****** now $2,350 firm. Item Condition: As New Reason for selling: Funds for upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Extra Info: Only a year old, presents as new. Have all original boxes, posting no issue. I replaced an Esoteric EO3 with this unit, that's how good it is. Only selling to buy all in one unit. RRP is $4,050.00 at Stereophonic. Pictures:

Item: Gold Note Phono Stage Location: Mornington Peninsula Vic Price: $1,400.00 Item Condition: Excellent, Near New Reason for selling: Gone down the tube phono path Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: This Phono Stage is truly amazing but I missed the warmth of tubes so only had this as a stop gap until my Golden Age Phono arrived. Now it has and I am moving this on at a ridiculously low price just to get it to a new home. It has literally less than 25 hrs use and is in mint condition with manufacturers warranty all original packaging and manuals. Unfortunately I can't upload any photos of the actual item but you can read all about it here. http://www.goldnote.it/ph-10/ This unit retails for $2,300.00 so for a near new unit it is a bargain. I am selling this on behalf of a friend so if you have any queries I will find out for you. Please note photos are generic from the net but it is in pristine condition. Would prefer local pickup but postage can be arranged at buyers cost. Pictures:

Item: Bryston BP 1.5 phono stage black 17” faceplate BRAND NEW Location: Melbourne Price: $1,299 Item Condition: BRAND NEW Reason for selling: Starting a family Payment Methods: Pickup – Cash, Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum Extra Info: For sale, an industry benchmark Phono Preamplifier from Bryston, the BP 1.5. At a fraction of the original purchase price, the BP 1.5 phono stage delivers extraordinary low-distortion, wide bandwidth amplification to your record collection. The BP 1.5 has never been used and is in original packaging. See the Home Theater HiFi review: https://hometheaterhifi.com/reviews/amplifier/preamplifier/bryston-bp15-phono-preamplifier/ *Requires the Bryston MPS-2 power supply (not included, please see my other listing of the BP26 that has the MPS-2, happy to do a deal on the two items)