--- product_id: 38796320 title: "Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp" brand: "turntable lab" price: "VT1804" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/38796320-turntable-lab-ph01-phono-preamp-headphone-amp store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 42 dB headphone amp gain 35 dB phono preamp gain Made in USA, full metal casing Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp **Brand:** turntable lab **Price:** VT1804 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your vinyl game with the all-in-one PH01 preamp + headphone amp — because your sound deserves the spotlight. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp by turntable lab - **How much does it cost?** VT1804 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/38796320-turntable-lab-ph01-phono-preamp-headphone-amp) ## Best For - turntable lab enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted turntable lab brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual-Mode Mastery:** Seamlessly switch between RCA output and headphone output for ultimate listening flexibility. - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Small footprint (4.4" x 4.3" x 1.2") packs premium preamp and headphone amp into one sleek unit. - • **Built to Last & Impress:** Full metal casing with high-quality Nichicon Muse and WIMA capacitors, handcrafted with a signed QC card. - • **Startup Silence Innovation:** New headphone muting relay eliminates annoying power-on/off pops for uninterrupted listening. - • **Precision Audio Engineering:** RIAA EQ accuracy within ±1 dB ensures your vinyl sounds exactly as intended. ## Overview The Turntable Lab PH01 is a premium 2-in-1 phono preamp and headphone amplifier designed for millennial audiophiles who demand high fidelity and convenience. Featuring 35 dB gain for phono and 42 dB for headphones, precise RIAA equalization, and a compact metal chassis made in the USA, it bridges turntables with powered speakers or headphones effortlessly. Its innovative headphone muting relay removes startup pops, while switchable outputs and high-quality components deliver a refined listening experience at a competitive price point. ## Description "With more turntable users forgoing traditional amplifiers and the growing feature sets of powered speakers, we saw a need for an appropriate link between turntable and powered speaker." - P. Hahn, Turntable Lab "We built and listened to three RIAA circuits with unique component values. Once tightest EQ response was achieved, we selected Nichicon Muse series coupling capacitors and WIMA film capacitors for equalization circuitry" - J. Hopper, JDS Labs KEY FEATURES preamp works with MM cartridges gold plated RCA inputs + outputs 1/4" TRS headphone output (adaptor not included), note: headphones with inline control will need special adaptor to work with 1/4" input input impedance: 47K Gain (MM, Line-Output): 35dB Gain (Headphone Output): 35+7=42 dB RIAA EQ Curve Accuracy (20-20kHz): +/- 1 dB Power Supply: 15VAC, 500mA Headphone Amp Gain: 35+7=42 dB Headphone Amp Noise: (Limited by RIAA) -103 dBV Headphone Amp Output-Z: <1 ohm Headphone Amp Output Power: @ 32 ohms 56 mW Headphone Amp Output Power @ 600 ohms 42 mW 4.4" x 4.3" x 1.2" / 112 x 109 x 30.5mm 0.6 lbs / 9.3 oz Power supply included. NEW FEATURE: Headphone Muting Relay - removes startup and shutdown pops. Review: This is something that does not exist in market; 2-in-1 makes for a cost effective solution - I am pleased with the PH01. A few quick reasons for the TL;DR types: - Made in the USA - Fit and finish is top notch - Small footprint for what it does (two things in one: pre amp and headphone amp) - Quality control is spot on, comes with a hand signed QC card - Simple operation, high quality materials - At $180 total price that's $90 per component which is on par (if not a little cheaper) than buying two similar components (say a Schiit Magni and Mani, of which I have on another turn table and are excellent). - Have you seen the price of headphone amps? Have you seen the price of phono preamps? They are either cheap (and sh*t), or ever-more expensive (and sometimes sh*t). Yes, you can spend a LOT more and get a LOT more. But to have a nice 2-in-1 to drive a nice pair of Grados (in my case), you really cannot do better. - Cost, quality, build and function are all maximized to benefit the end consumer. Let me also share a few things that I didn't love. Trust me, I want to provide a balanced review so I am LOOKING for something not to like - inherent bias in the sample. - There is a substantial "pop" when turning the device on/off when the headphones are still attached or speakers are in place. Since I do not drive any speakers, I just unplug my Grado headphones before turning off the device. - The power button feels a little hobby-shop. There is no issue with function or fit/finish, but it looks like this was hand made. You will either love this aesthetic or not care about it in the least. - The device is well made, so well made that the metal enclosure is a little slippery on a tabletop (BUT), they have provided little plastic booties for the bottom allowing you to decide the orientation. Keep up the great work guys. I thought this was going to be a novelty item and sound like garbage, but it drives high-end Grados beautifully. Can you spend more? Yes. Should you have to? Depends, but for an excellent quality listening experience matched to a great turntable (Thorens in my case), you really have to try HARD to convince me otherwise. Review: Could have been great. - I really wanted to like this little amp, and it could be great if it weren’t for two big problems - quality control and ground hum. I bought one and immediately noticed the hum. Tried different plug sockets, cables, everything - nothing worked. So I returned it and got a new one. Same thing as before, but even worse now as the ground screw was sitting loose out the back, and would have had to be opened to fix it. Given the hum problem I moved on to some Schiit products and haven’t looked back. A redesign for the hum and better QC could make this a great standalone product, there isn’t much like it on the market. ## Features - P+H: PHONO PREAMP + HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER: in (1) component - SWITCHABLE CONTROL: switch audio output from RCA output to headphone output - DUAL FUNCTION VOLUME KNOB: works for both phono + headphone outputs - works especially well for TURNTABLE + POWERED SPEAKER SETUPS - HIGH QUALITY COMPONENTS + FULL METAL CASING + Made In The USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01MUEH9ZV | | Customer Reviews | 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars (10) | | Date First Available | January 24, 2017 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.8 pounds | | Item model number | PH01 | | Manufacturer | Turntable Lab | | Package Dimensions | 6.7 x 5.3 x 4.5 inches | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Turntable Lab - **Connector Type:** RCA - **Output Channel Quantity:** 2 - **Output Wattage:** 5 Watts - **Power Source:** Corded Electric ## Images ![Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mKgR1I3+L.jpg) ![Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hjtjvVUsL.jpg) ![Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ciKyBLecL.jpg) ![Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Tn7E4rbNL.jpg) ![Turntable Lab: PH01 - Phono Preamp + Headphone Amp - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/911fmFqlE4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is something that does not exist in market; 2-in-1 makes for a cost effective solution *by C***E on December 23, 2018* I am pleased with the PH01. A few quick reasons for the TL;DR types: - Made in the USA - Fit and finish is top notch - Small footprint for what it does (two things in one: pre amp and headphone amp) - Quality control is spot on, comes with a hand signed QC card - Simple operation, high quality materials - At $180 total price that's $90 per component which is on par (if not a little cheaper) than buying two similar components (say a Schiit Magni and Mani, of which I have on another turn table and are excellent). - Have you seen the price of headphone amps? Have you seen the price of phono preamps? They are either cheap (and sh*t), or ever-more expensive (and sometimes sh*t). Yes, you can spend a LOT more and get a LOT more. But to have a nice 2-in-1 to drive a nice pair of Grados (in my case), you really cannot do better. - Cost, quality, build and function are all maximized to benefit the end consumer. Let me also share a few things that I didn't love. Trust me, I want to provide a balanced review so I am LOOKING for something not to like - inherent bias in the sample. - There is a substantial "pop" when turning the device on/off when the headphones are still attached or speakers are in place. Since I do not drive any speakers, I just unplug my Grado headphones before turning off the device. - The power button feels a little hobby-shop. There is no issue with function or fit/finish, but it looks like this was hand made. You will either love this aesthetic or not care about it in the least. - The device is well made, so well made that the metal enclosure is a little slippery on a tabletop (BUT), they have provided little plastic booties for the bottom allowing you to decide the orientation. Keep up the great work guys. I thought this was going to be a novelty item and sound like garbage, but it drives high-end Grados beautifully. Can you spend more? Yes. Should you have to? Depends, but for an excellent quality listening experience matched to a great turntable (Thorens in my case), you really have to try HARD to convince me otherwise. ### ⭐⭐ Could have been great. *by J***3 on March 11, 2018* I really wanted to like this little amp, and it could be great if it weren’t for two big problems - quality control and ground hum. I bought one and immediately noticed the hum. Tried different plug sockets, cables, everything - nothing worked. So I returned it and got a new one. Same thing as before, but even worse now as the ground screw was sitting loose out the back, and would have had to be opened to fix it. Given the hum problem I moved on to some Schiit products and haven’t looked back. A redesign for the hum and better QC could make this a great standalone product, there isn’t much like it on the market. ### ⭐ I was super excited to try this out *by D***. on June 17, 2017* I was super excited to try this out. The one I received is defective and only plays out of one side. The build quality looked top notch but I was wrong about the PH01. I troubleshooted with my other phono pre and it worked fine. I wanted the PH01 because of the headphone option but I'll definitely be looking elsewhere for it's replacement. 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