PH50B Phono Stage U s e r G u i d e Hafler is a division of Radial Engineering Ltd. 1588 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam BC, Canada V3C 5M5 (604) 942-1001 info@hafler.com www.hafler.com...
Thank you for purchasing the Hafler PH50B™ phono stage, one of the best sounding and most versatile phono preamps ever made. The PH50B will boost the signal from your turn- table and apply the necessary RIAA curve, allowing you to connect to a HIFI playback system, a pro audio console input or a recording interface.
The Hafler PH50B is specifically designed for moving magnet cartridges. It will boost the signal to produce a -10 dB output while incorporating a well defined RIAA curve preserve and transmit the original program material with minimal coloration.
7. BalanCeD oUTPUTs: XLR outputs connect to a console or re- cording interface 8. UnBalanCeD oUTPUTs: RCA outputs connect to a receiver or HIFI system 9. gRoUnD lUg: Connect turntable to eliminate hum and buzz 10. InPUT: RCA input to connect your turntable to the PH50B Hafler PH50B PHONO STAGE...
PH50B. Using the Unbalanced outputs If you are connecting to a HIFI receiver use the RCA outputs on the PH50B into a pair of line level inputs on the receiver. Do not use inputs labeled ‘phono’ as these will apply the RIAA equalization curve a second time, resulting in distortion and a loss of high frequencies.
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LIFT switch on the front of the PH50B to lift the audio ground on the XLR outputs. The balanced out- puts on the PH50B can be set between two different outputs levels using an internal push-switch.
CUT FIlTeR The PH50B is equipped with a fully variable high-pass (low cut) filter that can be activated to eliminate excessive low frequency rumble. This can occur when listening to music at higher levels. If you encounter rumble, simply turn the dial fully counter-clockwise (7:00 o’clock) and then slowly...
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(excluding finish and wear and tear on components under normal use) for a period of three (3) years from the original date of purchase. In the event that a particular product is no longer available, Hafler reserves the right to replace the product with a similar product of equal or greater value. In the unlikely event that a defect is uncovered, please call 604-942-1001 or email service@hafler.com to obtain a RA...
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