Pathos · Phono Stages
In The Groove
The Pathos In The Groove is a phono preamp with selectable gain, adjustable loading, and RCA plus XLR outputs.
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In The Groove

From Pathos
The In The Groove is a Pathos phono preamp with broad loading and gain adjustment for matching different cartridges. It holds RIAA response within 0.2dB, offers 4 gain positions with 6 resistance and 6 capacitance settings, and has RCA and XLR outputs, split across separate preamp and power-supply chassis.
Specifications
| Frequency response | RIAA ± 0,2dB |
|---|---|
| THD | 0,04% @1VRMS , 1KHz |
| Gain | selectable in 4 positions62dB, 56dB, 50dB, 43dB |
| Input impedance | selectable in 6 settingsof resistance and 6 settings of capacitance |
| Max output level | Unbalanced 5,5VRMSBalanced 5,5+5,5VRMS |
| Analogue output | 1 stereo unbalanced RCA, 1 stereo balanced XLR |
| Output impedance | Unbalanced 75 OhmBalanced 40 Ohm |
| Power consumption | 10 W max<0,5W standby mode |
| Preamplifier | 260mm (D) x 200mm (W) x 70mm (H) |
| Power supply | 230mm (D) x 60mm (W) x 70mm (H) |
| Weight | Net Preamplifier 2,3 KgNet Power supply 1,2 Kg |
| Product type | phono preamplifier |

