{"product_id":"cambridge-audio-alva-solo","title":"Cambridge Audio Alva Solo Phono Preamplifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cambridge Audio Alva Solo is a compact phono preamplifier for moving magnet cartridges. It raises the low-level signal from a turntable and applies RIAA equalisation so a record player can connect to any line-level input, even on amplifiers with no dedicated phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Model Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good external phono stage is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve vinyl playback, and the Solo is Cambridge Audio's most affordable entry into its Alva range. It is built around the same priorities as the step-up Duo—low noise and a faithful signal path—using a switch-mode power supply that operates outside the audible band to cut hum, plus a subsonic filter and a surface-mount board layout to keep the signal clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn keeping with Cambridge Audio's \"Great British Sound\" approach, it aims to add nothing of its own to the recording. On release it drew praise from the hi-fi press, with Stereo describing it as \"a finely honed phono pre-amp.\" For a system built around a moving magnet cartridge, it delivers the essentials without unnecessary extras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono preamplifier for moving magnet cartridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate RIAA equalisation (±0.65 dB, 30 Hz–20 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch-mode power supply to reduce hum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubsonic filter to eliminate motor rumble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA output with auto power-down and under 0.5 W standby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact half-width chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alva Solo is for vinyl listeners who need to connect a moving magnet turntable to an amplifier or powered speakers without a phono input, and who want a clean, no-frills upgrade over a basic built-in stage. It is an easy first step into better vinyl sound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cambridge Audio","offers":[{"title":"Grey","offer_id":48161218101478,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/8407\/2678\/files\/Solo_Angle.jpg?v=1786542988","url":"https:\/\/bringbackanalog.com\/products\/cambridge-audio-alva-solo","provider":"Bring Back Analog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}