iFi Audio IFi ZEN Phono

The audio experts at iFi packed their affordable ZEN Phono turntable preamp with some cool features you don't usually see at this price point. It has selectable gain that lets you use a wide array of moving coil and moving magnet cartridges, and an AI subsonic filter that intelligently removes rumble without sacrificing bass response. In addition to unbalanced stereo RCA inputs and outputs, it offers a 4.4mm balanced output that lets you connect to a compatible amp or powered speakers for the cleanest possible sound. (The iFi ZEN CAN headphone amp would be a good match, for example.)