{"product_id":"accuphase-c-57-phono-equalizer-amplifier","title":"Accuphase C-57 Phono Equalizer Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dedicated Accuphase phono preamplifier for analog systems where the cartridge deserves a quieter, more precise foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Vinyl Needs More Than a Phono Input\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA good turntable and cartridge can only do so much if the phono stage becomes the weak link. Moving-coil signals are tiny, and any noise, poor loading, or limited gain flexibility can reduce the texture, timing, and scale that make records feel special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-57 is built for analog systems where cartridge matching matters. It gives the signal a dedicated Accuphase phono stage instead of treating vinyl as an add-on input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChosen for Serious Cartridge Matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose the Accuphase C-57 because it is a dedicated stereo phono amplifier with a low-noise fully balanced configuration, MC head amplifier with ANCC, one dedicated balanced MC phono input, and three regular phono inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt supports seven MC load impedance settings and three MM settings, with separate settings memory for each input. That matters when multiple cartridges, arms, or tables need to be matched properly rather than forced through one generic phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Specs Won't Tell You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecords Sound More Like Performances.\u003c\/strong\u003e A better phono stage does not just add detail. It lowers the noise and improves cartridge matching so tone, space, and timing feel more natural from the record groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridges Can Be Treated Properly.\u003c\/strong\u003e MC loading is not a small detail when the cartridge is revealing. The C-57 gives enough impedance choices to dial in body, openness, and tracking of musical energy without guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Analog Can Stay Balanced.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dedicated balanced MC input and balanced output let a serious analog path remain balanced where the system supports it. That can be especially useful when noise control and signal integrity matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Audio Two Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe C-57 is the phono stage we would look at when the turntable, cartridge, and system are good enough that a built-in phono input is no longer the right match. It is built for analog systems where setup precision is part of the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like here is the combination of flexibility and seriousness. Multiple inputs, cartridge memory, balanced capability, gain control, and Accuphase noise reduction make it much easier to hear what the cartridge and record are actually doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTech You Can Hear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat You Hear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy It Happens\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecords have more texture and lower background noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-noise fully balanced configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoving-coil cartridges gain body and precision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMC head amplifier with ANCC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge loading can be matched more carefully\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeven MC and three MM impedance settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple analog setups are easier to manage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated balanced MC input, three regular phono inputs, and input memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-frequency rumble is easier to control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in 10Hz subsonic filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated stereo phono equalizer amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMC head amplifier with ANCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-noise fully balanced configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne dedicated balanced MC phono input and three regular phono inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced and line-level outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMC gain: 64dB or 70dB; MM gain: 34dB or 40dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMC impedance settings: 10, 30, 60, 100, 200, 300, and 1k ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMM impedance settings: 1k, 47k, and 100k ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRIAA deviation: ±0.3dB from 10Hz to 20kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 465mm W x 114mm H x 407mm D; weight: 14.8kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Audio Two\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA purchase at this level deserves more than a product page. Reach out to Audio Two and let's talk through your system, your room, and what you're trying to achieve. We work with clients across Canada on exactly these decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccuphase purchases are handled through Audio Two directly as an in-store or consultation-based purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Accuphase","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49118857658620,"sku":"ACC-C57","price":15499.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7597\/3809\/files\/c57_front.jpg?v=1779219082","url":"https:\/\/audiotwo.com\/fr\/products\/accuphase-c-57-phono-equalizer-amplifier","provider":"Audio Two","version":"1.0","type":"link"}