{"product_id":"fezz-gaia-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier","title":"Fezz Gaia MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact phono stage that helps vinyl sound full, quiet, and ready for better cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen the Turntable Is Ready to Show More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA good turntable can only go as far as the phono stage allows. If that small cartridge signal is not handled carefully, records can lose body, bass definition, and the sense of space that makes vinyl worth playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fix is not more complication. The phono stage needs to preserve the signal, sit neatly with the rest of the system, and help the record sound more present, textured, and complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Better Path for MM and MC Cartridges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose the Fezz Gaia MM\/MC because it gives vinyl systems a focused, flexible phono stage without making the setup feel complicated. It supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, so the system has room to grow as the cartridge and turntable improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaia MM\/MC uses RIAA equalization, a Burson V5i operation amplifier, and a stabilized supply with a toroidal audio-grade transformer. Those details matter because the very small cartridge signal needs gain, accuracy, and low noise before the amplifier ever sees it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Specs Won't Tell You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecords Feel More Complete.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gaia MM\/MC helps bring more body into voices, piano, strings, and acoustic instruments. The goal is not to make vinyl sound exaggerated, but to let the record carry more of its natural weight and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Background Gets Out of the Way.\u003c\/strong\u003e A phono stage works with one of the smallest signals in the system, so noise control matters. The Gaia MM\/MC is designed for a quiet presentation, helping softer details and room cues come through with less distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cartridge Path Stays Flexible.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many systems start with a moving magnet cartridge, then move to moving coil later. With MM and MC gain and loading built in, the Gaia MM\/MC keeps the vinyl path open without forcing another phono-stage change too soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Audio Two Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fezz Gaia MM\/MC makes sense in a vinyl system where the turntable and cartridge are already worth taking seriously, but the system still needs a proper external phono stage. It is compact enough to place easily, flexible enough for MM and MC cartridges, and focused on the parts of vinyl that matter most: tone, space, and a lower noise floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of upgrade that can make a record collection feel more rewarding without changing the whole system. Match it carefully with the cartridge and amplifier, and the turntable has a better chance to sound intentional, expressive, and easy to enjoy.\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\u003eMore body and texture from vocals and instruments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRIAA phono equalization with dedicated MM and MC gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuiet details are easier to follow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio greater than 92dB for MM and 90dB for MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter separation between left and right channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrosstalk greater than 95dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe system can grow with a cartridge upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM 47kΩ and MC 100Ω input impedance support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe phono stage stays stable inside the system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStabilized supply with toroidal audio-grade transformer\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\u003eMM and MC phono preamplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: MM 53dB, MC 60dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance: MM 47kΩ, MC 100Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRIAA phono EQ standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurson V5i operation amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: MM \u0026gt;92dB, MC \u0026gt;90dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 10W; net weight: 5kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Audio Two\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Two ships across Canada. If you don't have access to a proper high-end dealer in your city, this is your way in — real expertise from people who've heard the system, matched the electronics, and can guide you through a decision this size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fezz Audio","offers":[{"title":"Big Calm","offer_id":49139753484540,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-BIG-CALM","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Ice","offer_id":49139753517308,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-BLACK-ICE","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Burning Red","offer_id":49139753550076,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-BURNING-RED","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"EverGreen","offer_id":49139753582844,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-EVERGREEN","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Moonlight","offer_id":49139753615612,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-MOONLIGHT","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Republika","offer_id":49139753648380,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-REPUBLIKA","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sunlight","offer_id":49139753681148,"sku":"FEZZ-GAIA-MM-MC-SUNLIGHT","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7597\/3809\/files\/Image75.jpg?v=1779903358","url":"https:\/\/audiotwo.com\/products\/fezz-gaia-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier","provider":"Audio Two","version":"1.0","type":"link"}