Luxman E-250 Phono Preamplifier

The Luxman E-250 phono stage builds upon a classic design to deliver clear, highly detailed sound from your vinyl collection. Designed to succeed the respected E-200, this compact unit refines analogue playback by giving listeners direct control over cartridge matching. By allowing precise adjustments on the rear panel, it ensures that your turntable setup operates at its full potential.

Precision cartridge matching for clear sound:

Different cartridges require specific electrical environments to sound their best. The E-250 features selectable load impedance and load capacity switches on the back panel, giving vinyl enthusiasts the flexibility to tailor the signal path to their specific cartridge. Whether running moving magnet or delicate low-output moving coil designs, these micro-adjustments extract subtle details and dynamic range from record grooves without introducing unwanted colouration.

Dedicated step-up transformer for moving coil clarity:

To handle low-impedance moving coil cartridges cleanly, the circuit incorporates an independent super permalloy core step-up transformer with a two-stage gain selector. This design boosts delicate low-level signals while keeping noise levels remarkably low. Combined with a robust power supply circuit that uses a low-profile block capacitor and parallel FET input stage, this unit maintains signal purity across the audio spectrum. It stands out among reference Phono Preamps for its ability to clear magnetic buildup in cartridges via a dedicated demagnetising switch, restoring original performance during extended listening sessions.

Flexible control and classic design:

The front panel features tactile lever switches and a clean blaster-white aluminium finish, blending classic visual appeal with practical control. Dual inputs allow switching between two turntables or a tonearm with twin cartridges at the touch of a button. Additional front controls include a mono switch for single-channel pressings and a low-cut filter to eliminate low-frequency rumble caused by warped records. When evaluating modern Phono Preamplifiers, this thoughtful combination of physical controls and refined audio architecture makes it a versatile central hub for any analogue system.

• Rear Load Selectors: Fine-tune impedance and capacitance settings to extract maximum detail from any cartridge.
• Super Permalloy Step-Up Transformer: Boosts low-output moving coil signals quietly for deep dynamic warmth.
• Built-In Articulation Function: Demagnetises cartridges during playback to maintain peak sonic performance over time.
• Dual Input Switching: Connect two turntables or arm setups simultaneously with simple front-panel control.
• Parallel FET Equaliser Circuit: Delivers a low-noise background for transparent signal reproduction.
• Monaural and Low-Cut Filters: Improves sound quality when playing mono records or handling warped vinyl.
• Solid Aluminium Front Panel: Offers durable build quality and classic lever switch operation.