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Phono stages

A phono stage is a specialised amplfier that allows you to connect a turntable to a hi-fi system that lacks a built-in phono stage. To find out if you need one, see our What you'll need page.

Hi-fi manufacturers used to include integral phono stages in their amplifiers and receivers, then dropped them when CDs became the dominant recording format. This cost-cutting move inspired many companies to design separate stand-alone phono stages.

Beyond the basic level, modern phono stages are invariably superior to the phono stages built into amplifiers from the pre-CD era. Even if your current hi-fi system is equipped with a integral phono stage, you should consider getting a modern separate one. You'll hear a huge improvement in your records.

Phono stages - Subcategories

Basic models: under £300 View list  Mid range: from £300 to £1000 View list  High end and higher: above £1000 View list  All phono stages View list  Step-up devices View list