SONIC FRONTIERS SFP-1 Phono Stage (Gold)

Original MSRP: $1999.95

Asking Price: $1199.95

NOTE: Special Edition Plus Mods and NOS Tube Upgrades available - inquire for details

The Sonic Frontiers SFP-1 Phono Stage was developed for the audiophile who recognizes analog as the most revealing and musically satisfying signal source.

The SFP-1 works exclusively with the amplification of delicate low level signals that are produced from phono cartridges. Amplifying these signals to be accepted by line level amplification devices, the SFP-1 offers flexibility to many preamplifiers of the "digital age" with no phono inputs. In addition, since the SFP-1 is housed in its own high mass chassis, it is not compromised by a shared power supply or cross talk as are many phono stages accompanied with line level preamplifiers and thus surpasses these all-in-one units in both dynamics and overall sonic performance.

The Sonic Frontiers SFP-1 is a strong contender in the phono stage market, competing with units well above its price range, delivering tonal neutrality, realistic sound stage, transparency and most importantly - musicality.

Sonic Frontiers' products always contain the highest quality parts and uncompromising craftsmanship. The SFP-1 is no exception, providing extreme value and enjoyment to today's demanding, analog-based audiophile consumer.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ± 0.3 dB (RIAA accuracy)
• THD & Noise < 0.05% @ 1.0V output
• Gain
• (selected internally) 37 dB Moving Magnet
• 57 dB Moving Coil
• Output Impedance 1K ohms @ 1 kHz
• Input Impedance 47K ohms (adjusted internally)
• Channel Separation > 40 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
• Power Requirements 35 VA 50/60 Hz (maximum)
• Tube Complement 2 - Sovtek 6922
• 2 - 12AT7A
• Dimensions 19" Wide x 11" Deep x 4" High
• (48 cm x 28 cm x 10 cm)
• Weight 22 lbs (10 kg) - unpacked

Special PCX-Certified Program

Owning Pre-Owned Audio Gear manufactured by Sonic Frontiers (under any of it's three "original" brand names - made between 1990 thru 2001) is a wise investment.

• all units are thoroughly cleaned and fully detailed (faceplates, displays, chassis, internal chassis compartments, etc.)
• any missing accessory items (cords, manuals, tools, remotes, etc.) are replaced, if available
• any missing or worn chassis hardware is replaced
• all electrical connections are "specially" cleaned and contact enhanced, as necessary
• the units go through a full battery of electrical tests, as comprehensive (if not more) than original production testing and problems found are fully rectified
• any internal electronic parts which have failed (including those that are too aged, worn-out or burned out) are replaced, with parts which meet or exceed, original factory specifications
• all tubes are checked, and the units are sold with a tube set which has passed all acceptable noise, gain,transconductance, and microphonics standards
• any and all calibration adjustments are made, to ensure each unit meets or exceeds, original factory standards
• finally, all units are burned in for a full 24 hours, before a final 2nd test is done...after which, they are re-packed for sale.

Finally, these PCX-Certified units are offered with a full 1 Year Parts & Labour warranty (90 days on the tubes).