{"product_id":"canor-asterion-v2-tube-phono-preamplifier-vacuum-tube-premium-line","title":"Canor Asterion V2 Tube Phono Preamplifier Vacuum Tube, Premium Line","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe CANOR Asterion V2 stands out as a top-of-the-line preamplifier for turntables, employing all-tube technology to deliver unparalleled performance. It’s designed to work seamlessly with both MM and MC phono cartridges, making it a versatile choice for audiophiles who demand the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe name “Asterion” has its roots in ancient Greek and translates to “Starry” in English. According to Greek mythology, Asterion was one of the three river gods.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e01 A legitimate balanced XLR input and output, with true differential circuitry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e02 All-tube turntable preamplifier that works with both MM and MC phono cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e03 Precise selection and matching of tubes with exceptional parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/51-1297-img3501-400x296.jpg?v=1782827212\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Both MM and MC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canor Asterion V2 phono preamplifier is a versatile device, capable of accommodating both MM and MC cartridges. With no interference between the two, users can connect both types simultaneously. The MM and MC options are easy to select and set up thanks to the simple and intuitive front panel buttons, making the Asterion V2 a user-friendly and efficient choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/52-6614-img3520-400x296.jpg?v=1782827228\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canor Asterion V2 phono preamplifier is a versatile device, capable of accommodating both MM and MC cartridges. With no interference between the two, users can connect both types simultaneously. The MM and MC options are easy to select and set up thanks to the simple and intuitive front panel buttons, making the Asterion V2 a user-friendly and efficient choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo eliminate mechanical hum, the transformer core undergoes vacuum impregnation and is encapsulated in a special anti-vibration compound. Furthermore, the transformer is enclosed in a sturdy, welded cover that provides excellent electromagnetic shielding and enhances the signal-to-noise ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/54-4813-img3524-400x296.jpg?v=1782827245\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparated signal paths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Asterion V2 features strictly separated signal paths for both channels with separated filtration of the power voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe voltage stabilization is made separately for the right and left channels to improve channel separation and minimize noise and interference for a cleaner and more accurate sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/53-2637-v2-setting-400x296.jpg?v=1782827263\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSettings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Asterion V2 allows intuitive and easy adjustment of the gain, loading and capacitance settings to match the specific characteristics of the used phono cartridge, which helps to optimize performance and maximize sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/54-4813-img3524-1-400x296.jpg?v=1782827277\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCMT ™ technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Asterion V2 utilizes our advanced CMT ™ technology (CANOR ® PCB Milling Technology) for optimal performance. The CMT™ technology allows us to get the dielectric loss factors (loss tangent) of PCB close to the loss factor of air. Thanks to this technology we managed to get repeatedly to the parameter level of the so-called “wire-to-wire connections“.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ean all-tube turntable preamplifier for both MM and MC phono cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enine tubes, one vacuum tube out of them used to rectify anode voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewiring circuitry without any global feedback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePCB’s utilize our premium CMT ™ technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eprecise selection and matching of the tubes that have above-average parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003evacuum-impregnated transformer core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etransformer potted in a special anti-vibration compound and placed in the massive welded cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe exceptional high-quality polypropylene capacitors in the signal path were used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eif a turntable is fitted with two tonearms, one having an MM phono cartridge installed and the other MC, both can be connected simultaneously without mutually affecting each other\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehigh variability of gain settings, resistances and capacitances settings for all types of phono cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea high-quality step-up Lundahl transformer for MC phono cartridges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – Audiotechnique, Hong Kong (CN)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canor-audio.com\/images\/content\/files\/Canor%20Asterion%20V2%20-%20Audiotechnique%202025-01%20%28Chinese%29.pdf\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – 旗艦級真空管唱頭放大器\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e08.01.2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – HiFi News (EN)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canor-audio.com\/images\/content\/files\/Canor%20Asterion%20V2%20-%20HiFi%20News%20-%202024-06%20%28English%20-%20LowRes%29%281%29.pdf\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – ‘balanced bandwagon’!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15.06.2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – i-Fidelity (DE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.i-fidelity.net\/testberichte\/high-end\/canor-asterion-v2\/test.html\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Ausnahme-Charakter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22.02.2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – i-Fidelity (EN)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.i-fidelity.net\/en\/testberichte\/high-end\/canor-asterion-v2\/review.html\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Exceptional character\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22.02.2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – LP Magazin (EN)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canor-audio.com\/images\/content\/files\/Canor%20Asterion%20V2%20-%20LP%20Magazine%202024-01%20%28English%29.pdf\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Update Bullseye\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18.01.2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – Lite-Magazin (DE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lite-magazin.de\/2023\/12\/phono-vorverstaerker-canor-asterion-v2-roehrenmagie-fuer-vinylisten\/\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Röhrenmagie für Vinylisten\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26.12.2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Review – LP Magazin (DE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canor-audio.com\/images\/content\/files\/Canor%20Asterion%20V2%20-%20LP%20Magazine%202024-01%20%28German%29.pdf\"\u003eCanor Asterion V2 – Update-Volltreffer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e31.10.2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifciations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad capacity MM \/ Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50, 150, 270, 370, 520, 620, 740, 840 pF \/ Gain: 46 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance MC1 \/ Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10, 20, 40, 80, 150, 300, 600, 1.200 Ω \/ Gain: 70 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput impedance MC2 \/ Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2, 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 150, 300 Ω \/ Gain: 76 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRCA: \u0026lt; 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