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product_id: 101225735
title: "Alva Duo - Stereo Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier - Lunar Grey"
brand: "cambridge audio"
price: "VT173087"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
category: "Cambridge Audio"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/101225735-alva-duo-stereo-moving-magnet-and-moving-coil-phono-stage
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# Integrated headphone preamp Subsonic rumble filter Supports MC & MM cartridges Alva Duo - Stereo Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier - Lunar Grey

**Brand:** cambridge audio
**Price:** VT173087
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your vinyl ritual with the Alva Duo — where classic sound meets modern precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Alva Duo - Stereo Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier - Lunar Grey by cambridge audio
- **How much does it cost?** VT173087 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- cambridge audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cambridge audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Smart Power:** Automatically powers down after 20 minutes of inactivity, saving energy without compromise.
- • **Pure Vinyl Fidelity:** Experience your records with pristine clarity and minimal noise, just as the artist intended.
- • **Quiet Solitude Mode:** Integrated headphone preamp lets you dive deep into vinyl without disturbing anyone.
- • **Rumble-Free Listening:** Advanced subsonic filters eliminate low-frequency imperfections for crystal-clear sound.
- • **Dual Cartridge Compatibility:** Seamlessly switch between Moving Coil and Moving Magnet cartridges for ultimate flexibility.

## Overview

The Cambridge Audio Alva Duo is a sleek lunar grey phono preamplifier designed for audiophiles who demand authentic vinyl sound. Supporting both Moving Coil and Moving Magnet cartridges, it features an integrated headphone preamp, subsonic rumble filters, superb balance control, and eco-friendly auto power-down. Compact and powerful, it transforms your turntable setup into a refined listening experience.

## Description

Product Description

## Features

- Integrated headphone preamplifier and output lets you enjoy your records in quiet solitude.
- Vinyl as it's supposed to sound - carefully designed to minimise unwanted noise and deliver a true vinyl experience
- Subsonic filters remove low-frequency rumble caused by imperfections in the record
- Superb balance control and support for both Moving Coil and Moving Magenet cartridges
- Eco Friendly - Powers down automatically if unused for 20 mins

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07C825XK5 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 45,488 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 46 in Home Audio Preamplifiers |
| Box Contents | Alva Duo Moving Coil & Moving Magnet Phono Preamp, User Manual, Safety Guide, Mains Lead |
| Brand Name | Cambridge Audio |
| Colour | Lunar Grey |
| Compatible Devices | AV Receiver, Built-in amplifier, Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (206) |
| Cycles | Belt Motor |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 21.5L x 15.9W x 4.8H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.95 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Cambridge Audio |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Alva DUO |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 RPM |
| Model Name | Alva Duo |
| Model Number | Alva DUO |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Features | Moving Coil and Moving Magnet Support with Headphone Socket |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Voltage | 230 Volts (AC) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cambridge Audio
- **Colour:** Lunar Grey
- **Compatible devices:** AV Receiver, Built-in amplifier, Speaker
- **Included components:** Alva Duo Moving Coil & Moving Magnet Phono Preamp, User Manual, Safety Guide, Mains Lead
- **Item weight:** 0.95 Kilograms
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Maximum rotational speed:** 45 RPM
- **Model name:** Alva Duo
- **Special feature:** Moving Coil and Moving Magnet Support with Headphone Socket
- **Style:** Modern

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Could I use this to connect directly from turntable to speakers?**
A: No. The Alva duo is a preamp that amplifies the output from your turntable to a level which can be further amplified by a modern amplifier connected to your speakers. There was a time when all amplifiers had phono inputs that could deal with the very weak outputs from moving coil and moving magnet turntable cartridges, but that’s not normal now.

**Q: Anyone tested it with pro-ject tt? personally have the x1 which i intend to use with an ortofon 2m black cart**
A: I used it with my project with an ortofon blue and it was fine. I then upgraded the phono stage to a Graham Slee…if you’re already on an ortofon black you may want to up the phono amp spec a tad..or not.

**Q: Can i plug this into a linn kairn pro pre amp?**
A: We would recommend that the Alva Duo is not connected to a pre-amp.

**Q: I have a technics sl150 with coral 777ex moving coil cartridge, no pre or power amp, no speakers. can i use this to listen my records with headphones?**
A: Yes, you should be able to do this. I have found that the output of the headphone amp part depends on the output of your moving coil cartridge (which I think is 3mV), to give sufficient volume . The Cambridge also requires 3mV for full output so should be fine. If your headphones are difficult to drive, you may find maximum volume limited.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Cambridge Audio Alva Duo - Stereo Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Phono Stage/Pre-Amplifier - Lunar Grey
- Pro-Ject Brush IT - Record Cleaner
- Pro-Ject Connect it RCA E, Semi-balanced phono interconnect cable with earth leads, 123cm

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*Last updated: 2026-05-17*