--- product_id: 418785381 title: "Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver)" price: "VT77105" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/418785381-mani-2-phono-preamp-for-mm-mc-and-mi-cartridges store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Super low noise, high RIAA accuracy Adjustable loading & capacitance 4 gain settings (35-60dB) Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) **Price:** VT77105 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your vinyl experience—because your records deserve the Mani 2 magic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - **How much does it cost?** VT77105 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/418785381-mani-2-phono-preamp-for-mm-mc-and-mi-cartridges) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Warped Record Savior:** Switchable 6dB or 12dB passive low-frequency filters eliminate subsonic rumble and improve bass clarity. - • **Audiophile-Grade Transparency:** DC-coupled design with premium film capacitors and thin-film resistors delivers crystal-clear, dynamic soundstage. - • **Tailor Your Sound with Precision:** Choose from 35, 45, 50, or 60dB gain to perfectly match any MM, MC, or MI cartridge. - • **Customizable Cartridge Compatibility:** Select from multiple loading options (47KΩ to 38Ω) and capacitance (47pF to 200pF) for flawless cartridge integration. - • **Made in the USA with Power & Precision:** Robust +/-16V rails and advanced power supply ensure high overload margin and ultra-low noise performance. ## Overview The Schiit Mani 2 is a high-performance phono preamp designed for MM, MC, and MI cartridges, offering ultra-low noise, precise RIAA equalization, and extensive customization with selectable gain, loading, and passive low-frequency filtering. Built in Texas, USA, it delivers audiophile-grade sound clarity and flexibility at an accessible price point, making it a top choice for discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking to unlock the full potential of their turntables. ## Description Incredibly high performance phono preamp—even at many times the price. Super low noise and high RIAA accuracy. Flexibility for pretty much any cartridge, MM, MC, or MI. DC coupled throughout—with the option of one or two poles of passive LF filtering. Schiit’s Mani 2 sets the standard for performance and capability in an affordable phono stage.Simply Stunning PerformanceMani 2 provides super low-noise performance that’s usually only seen in much more expensive phono preamps. Combining TI’s low-noise OPA1612 with a passive RIAA network with 2% precision film capacitors and 0.1% thin-film resistors in a DC-coupled topology, with advanced dual-filtered power supply and +/-16V rails, as well as switchable 1- or 2-pole passive LF filter, provides exceptional transparency and accuracy, as well as high overload margin, in an affordable phono preamp.Ultimate Flexibility—Loading, Gain, and LF FilteringMani 2 doesn’t sacrifice flexibility for low-cost, either. You have total control over:Gain: Choose 35, 45, 50, or 60dB of gain, for virtually any cartridge from Decca to low-output MC and MI models.Loading: Choose 47KΩ, 200Ω, 47Ω, or 38Ω, and 47pF, 100pF, 150pF, or 200pF for virtually any MM, MC, or MI cartridgeLF Filter: Choose 6dB/octave or 12dB/octave of purely passive low-frequency filtering to help with warped records or other subsonic problems. Review: I like this! - Noticeably quieter background blackness between notes. • Sharper stereo imaging with instruments more precisely placed. • More “sparkle” on top and solidity in the low end. • More “life” in recordings you already know well. Tighter, more controlled bass — kick drums and bass guitar have more definition instead of blending. • Clearer midrange — vocals step forward and separate better from instruments. Drums sit behind vocals center stage • Crisper highs without harshness — cymbals and guitar strings feel more “alive.” • Flexibility — multiple gain and loading options, so it works with a wider range of cartridges and lets you “dial in” the sound, but Once it’s set, you can forget it! (Note I found run 6db plus 6db (12 total) on the dip switches for filtering on my system using a subwoofer, best for tighter, more defined bass) • Overall presentation is more dynamic, lively, and spacious-the sound stage expands and is defined Review: Magical little box - The Mani 2 is a substantial upgrade from your turntable's or receiver's built-in phono preamp. Frequency response and dynamic response were greatly enhanced, as well as stereo imaging compared to my turntables built-in preamp. Volume was boosted too. Dark Side of the Moon now sounds like surround sound, only using two speakers in stereo. Tool's Fear Inoculum is mesmerizing, sparkling and rich compared to the built-in preamp. I suspect part of Mani 2's secret is it's 16v power supply. It's large. It wouldn't fit in the power strip underneath my media cabinet. A true wallwart. This preamp is high gain and is susceptible to interference. I experienced noise at first using some cheap RCA's. (modem, wifi6 router, 800w receiver nearby) I had to rob some higher-end cables from my DAW... Problem solved. Noise gone. If you buy this, have high-end cables or buy some. I like the extreme power light. I can easily tell that it's on. I do not like the rear mounted power switch. It's a toggle switch which is nice but it's just bizarre they put it in the back. Lame. You'll need to place this device accordingly. The underside has lots of dip switches for people with 4 figure turntables or moving cartridges. If you have a regular turntable, you don't need to mess with any of that. ## Features - Schiit’s all-new Mani 2 sets the standard for performance and capability in an affordable phono stage. Super low noise and high RIAA accuracy. - Gain: Choose 35, 45, 50, or 60dB of gain, for virtually any cartridge from Decca to low-output MC and MI models. - Loading: Choose 47KΩ, 200Ω, 47Ω, or 38Ω, and 47pF, 100pF, 150pF, or 200pF for virtually any MM, MC, or MI cartridge. - Filter: Choose 6dB/octave or 12dB/octave of purely passive low-frequency filtering (at 15 Hz), to help with warped records or other subsonic problems. - Designed and built in TX, USA. 115VAC only. USA Plug. Suitable for use in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Will not work in 220 – 240V countries. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #13,643 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #1 in Home Audio Phono Preamps | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 154 Reviews | ## Images ![Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CwdI6yOiL.jpg) ![Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KBZqiihBL.jpg) ![Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81yOwyhfVdL.jpg) ![Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ya-HfCw5L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this work with my denon integrated amp and audio technica turntable for improved sound?** A: assuming you can turn off the preamp in your turntable and you have a non-phono input available on your integrated amp, this should give you better sound quality **Q: What's the type of the ac outlet? 127vac usa?** A: Standard US plug **Q: I have a rega planar 1 with some boston speakers and i'm thinking about getting the mani 2. do i need any other equipment to sound pretty decent?** A: Obviously, you will need a power amplifier and a decent set of analogue phono cables to connect the Mani 2 to your power amplifier. The Planar does not have a ground wire so that should do it. I had a small amount of analog hum and connecting a ground wire between the Mani 2 and my Power amp fixed the problem and it is dead silent. Sound quality from the Mani 2 is dependent on the quality of your phono cartridge. The Mani 2 likes moving coil cartridges and you will get the most out of it with an MC cartridge with the proper input impedance settings on the Mani 2. I have run a few different MC cartridges including Sumiko, Ortofon and Hana. I am currently running a Hana SL which sounds exceptional! Definitely worth the upgrade from the moving magnet carts I was running before and allows the Mani 2 to really shine. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like this! *by B***M on September 15, 2025* Noticeably quieter background blackness between notes. • Sharper stereo imaging with instruments more precisely placed. • More “sparkle” on top and solidity in the low end. • More “life” in recordings you already know well. Tighter, more controlled bass — kick drums and bass guitar have more definition instead of blending. • Clearer midrange — vocals step forward and separate better from instruments. Drums sit behind vocals center stage • Crisper highs without harshness — cymbals and guitar strings feel more “alive.” • Flexibility — multiple gain and loading options, so it works with a wider range of cartridges and lets you “dial in” the sound, but Once it’s set, you can forget it! (Note I found run 6db plus 6db (12 total) on the dip switches for filtering on my system using a subwoofer, best for tighter, more defined bass) • Overall presentation is more dynamic, lively, and spacious-the sound stage expands and is defined ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Magical little box *by J***J on June 23, 2024* The Mani 2 is a substantial upgrade from your turntable's or receiver's built-in phono preamp. Frequency response and dynamic response were greatly enhanced, as well as stereo imaging compared to my turntables built-in preamp. Volume was boosted too. Dark Side of the Moon now sounds like surround sound, only using two speakers in stereo. Tool's Fear Inoculum is mesmerizing, sparkling and rich compared to the built-in preamp. I suspect part of Mani 2's secret is it's 16v power supply. It's large. It wouldn't fit in the power strip underneath my media cabinet. A true wallwart. This preamp is high gain and is susceptible to interference. I experienced noise at first using some cheap RCA's. (modem, wifi6 router, 800w receiver nearby) I had to rob some higher-end cables from my DAW... Problem solved. Noise gone. If you buy this, have high-end cables or buy some. I like the extreme power light. I can easily tell that it's on. I do not like the rear mounted power switch. It's a toggle switch which is nice but it's just bizarre they put it in the back. Lame. You'll need to place this device accordingly. The underside has lots of dip switches for people with 4 figure turntables or moving cartridges. If you have a regular turntable, you don't need to mess with any of that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great output, no regrets. *by R***. on April 15, 2026* I really like this phono stage over my Denon stereo receiver. Paired with 2M Red Cartridge with 2M Blue stylus. ## Frequently Bought Together - Schiit Mani 2 Phono Preamp for MM, MC, and MI Cartridges (Silver) - Monoprice 1.5ft Premium 2 RCA Plug/2 RCA Plug M/M 22AWG Cable - Black - Amazon Basics 2 RCA Audio Cable for Amplifier,Active Speakers or Subwoofer with Gold-Plated Plugs, 4 Feet, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/418785381-mani-2-phono-preamp-for-mm-mc-and-mi-cartridges](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/418785381-mani-2-phono-preamp-for-mm-mc-and-mi-cartridges) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-20*