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ART USB Phono Plus

Item ID: USBPhonoPPS

Phono Preamp / Audio Interface with RIAA EQ, Analog and Digital I/O, and Low Cut Filter

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Handy Phono Preamp and Audio Interface

The ART USB Phono Plus phono preamplifier / audio interface is the perfect solution for transferring your prized vinyl collection to your computer. It also makes an ideal audio interface. The USB Phono Plus sports a high-performance RIAA phono preamp with a low cut filter for pristine audio transfer. There's a healthy compliment of analog and digital I/O onboard, and front-mounted gain and signal/clipping indication let you optimize a variety of analog sources. The unit is sheathed in a tough, all-aluminum case. If digitizing your records is long overdue, pick up the ART USB Phono Plus.

ART USB Phono Plus Features at a Glance:
  • An easy, great-sounding solution for digitizing your vinyl!
  • A/D-D/A: 16 bit, 44.1kHz or 48kHz, USB selectable from computer
  • Digital Audio Interface: TOSlink Opto In to and Out from USB, S/PDIF coax In to USB
  • Mac: OS9.1 / OS X computers with native USB support
  • Windows: 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7 USB audio device drivers
  • USB 2.0 compliant
  • All-aluminum black anodized case with integral rubber sides
  • USB bus powered or 7-12V DC or 9-12V AC @ 150mA (external; not supplied)

If you've got vinyl, the ART USB Phono Plus is a handy device to have around!
Specification Detail
Preamp Type Solid State
Number of Channels 2
Frequency Response 10Hz-50kHz (+/- 0.5dB)
Phantom Power No phantom power
EQ No EQ
Compression No compression
Analog Inputs 2 x RCA (RIAA)
Analog Outputs 2 x RCA
Digital Inputs S/PDIF: 1 x coax, 1 x optical
Digital Outputs 1 x S/PDIF (optical)
Other I/O No Other I/O
Computer Connectivity USB
Rackmount Spaces Not applicable
Height 1.85"
Depth 4.5"
Width 4.6"
Weight 1.35 lbs
Manufacturer Part Number USBPhonoPlus PS

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Reviews

based on 3 reviews

Great little piece of gear

by Phil from Payson, Arizona
April 19, 2012
Music Background: Recording artist, former church sound man
Easy hookup, sounds great. I haven't really used the software that came with it because I have my own, but it seems easy enough.

Does what it says

by Warren from Ohio
January 8, 2013
Music Background: Music teacher and performer
This was a Christmas gift from my wife (even though I picked it out and made the purchase!) The Phono Plus does exactly what it says, and does it well. I am in the process of converting my vinyl to ... read more [+]digital, and so far the results have been excellent.

Levels are pretty hot coming form this interface, even when configuring the driver and system exactly as described in the manual. Input on your recording software must be reduced to a very low level with good results. I haven't tried going -6dB on the Phono Plus's trim and boosting the level in the software yet since results have been great so far.

My only concern is that I found the Soundsaver Express software to be less than instinctive, so I am using the good ol' Audacity freeware that I am familiar with for recording. Maybe when I have some time, I can learn to use the Bias software.

All in all, I am quite pleased with ART USB Phono Plus. close [-]

Sounds great but needs slight redesign

by from Nashville TN
April 30, 2012
Music Background: Recording engineer
This unit sounds great but the location of the monitor output leaves a lot to be desired. It would be much better if it was on the back with all the other cable connections. Instead it is located ri... read more [+]ght next to the monitor level knob and it is VERY difficult to adjust the level while the plug is in place. The tiny volume knob doesn't help any. close [-]

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