Uncompromising Analogue Precision & Dynamic Versatility | Available at Trimira Audio
The AVID Pellar™ Phono Preamplifier brings AVID HiFi’s precision analogue engineering into a compact, high-performance phono stage designed for both Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges.
Handcrafted in Cambridgeshire, England, the Pellar is engineered to deliver low noise performance, accurate RIAA equalisation, and excellent cartridge matching flexibility. Featuring a regulated linear power supply, passive RIAA circuitry with Neumann HF correction, and adjustable gain and loading options, the Pellar provides a refined analogue foundation for high-quality vinyl playback systems.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
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Selectable MM & MC Gain Settings: Adjustable gain options provide compatibility with a wide range of cartridges, including 48dB (MM), 60dB (MC Low), and 70dB (MC High).
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Custom Cartridge Loading Options: Rear-panel RCA loading sockets allow cartridge impedance optimisation using interchangeable loading plugs.
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Regulated Linear Power Supply: Dedicated 25VA transformer and multi-stage regulation provide stable, low-noise power delivery.
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Passive RIAA Equalisation: Precision passive RIAA network with Neumann HF correction maintains phase accuracy and extended frequency response.
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Ultra-Low Noise Design: Carefully selected discrete components provide a clean background, low distortion, and strong micro-detail retrieval.
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Compact Aluminium Chassis: Shielded non-magnetic enclosure protects sensitive phono circuitry from external interference.
Technical Specifications
| Specification Metric |
AVID Pellar™ Specification |
| Phono Stage Architecture |
Single-Ended Unbalanced Solid-State Phono Preamplifier |
| Supported Cartridge Types |
Moving Magnet (MM) & Moving Coil (MC) |
| Selectable Gain Settings |
48 dB (MM) / 60 dB (MC Low) / 70 dB (MC High) |
| RIAA Accuracy & Range |
5 Hz – 70,000 Hz (±0.5 dB) with Neumann HF Correction |
| Resistance Loading |
47 kΩ Standard; Customisable via RCA Plugs (500Ω Included) |
| Capacitance Loading |
100 pF |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
< 0.001% |
| Noise Level (A-Weighted) |
< -81 dB (MM) / < -67 dB (MC) |
| Output Impedance |
20 Ω |
| Power Supply Type |
Internally Regulated with 25VA Toroidal Transformer |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
120 mm × 230 mm × 70 mm |
| Net Weight |
1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) |
Consult with the High-End Analogue Specialists at Trimira Audio
Optimise your vinyl playback system with the AVID Pellar™ Phono Preamplifier. Contact the analogue specialists at Trimira Audio in Brisbane to discuss cartridge loading, phono system matching, interconnect selection, or to arrange a private listening audition.
