Description
There are devices that don't shout about themselves. They just do their job - quietly, accurately, flawlessly. The Musical Fidelity V90-LPS is just that: a compact phono equalizer, backed by a British engineering school and a brand reputation that has proven for decades that real sound doesn't have to cost a fortune.
The V90-LPS supports both types of cartridges — moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) — via separate RCA inputs, each of which is tuned to the specifics of its signal. The input impedance of 47 kOhm for MM and 100 Ohm for MC provides optimal loading for a wide range of cartridge heads. The sensitivity of the inputs — 3.0 mV (MM) and 0.4 mV (MC) — covers most modern and classic cartridges without any compromises.
The heart of the phono equalizer is precise RIAA equalization, which in the V90-LPS is extended far beyond the auditory range: up to 80 kHz and above. This is not an excess — it is a necessity. The signal above 20 kHz also needs correction: without it, ringing and transient distortion appear at the output, which poison the sound imperceptibly but relentlessly. The frequency response tolerance is ±0.25 dB RIAA and +0, −0.1 dB in the range of 20 Hz - 20 kHz. This is analytical accuracy, not marketing promises.
The level of harmonic distortion is 0.01% (MM / MC) at 1 kHz. The signal-to-noise ratio is over 80 dB (with A-weighting) for both inputs. The overload margin is 15 dB for MM and 22 dB for MC: the cartridge can produce an unexpected level jump, and the V90-LPS will not even flinch. The noise is practically inaudible. The music is in the spotlight.
The aluminum case in black or silver easily finds a place on any shelf or rack. Power supply is from an external 12 V unit, which eliminates network interference inside the case. Easy to connect: one RCA input (MM or MC), one RCA output - and your player gets a decent voice.
The V90-LPS is the right choice for those who want to get the most out of vinyl without overpaying for the brand and the case. It is equally appropriate next to a modest amplifier and with a serious hi-fi system. British design, time-tested circuitry, honest characteristics - all this makes the V90-LPS one of the smartest solutions in its class.
