Fezz Audio, a well-known Polish manufacturer of audio equipment, has launched the latest iteration of its Gratia Prestige tube phono preamplifier, now designated as the Mk2. This updated model merges classic tube technology with contemporary enhancements designed to ensure accurate equalization of signals from both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges.
A notable advancement in the Fezz Audio Gratia Prestige EVO Mk 2 phono preamplifier is the incorporation of adjustable input capacitance for moving magnet (MM) cartridges, offering settings of 0, 47, 100, and 220 pF. Furthermore, this new model enables users to configure the input impedance for moving coil (MC) cartridges, with selectable values of 1 kOhm, 470 Ohm, 220 Ohm, and 100 Ohm. These enhancements provide users with the ability to tailor and fine-tune the phono preamplifier to suit various cartridges and individual listening preferences.
The Gratia Prestige Mk2 phono preamplifier showcases Fezz Audio’s distinctive design, highlighted by a transparent window on the top panel that offers a clear view of the tubes. This feature facilitates tube replacement and invites users to explore various tube options to enhance sound quality. The phono preamplifier comes in eight different finishes.
The Fezz Audio Gratia Prestige Mk2 phono preamplifier offers convenient connectivity with dedicated inputs for both MM and MC cartridges. It also includes features such as mono/stereo switches, gain control in 6 dB increments, and a subsonic filter. The patch panel connectors are gold-plated and insulated with Teflon dielectric, providing superior signal transmission.
The Fezz Audio Gratia Prestige Mk 2 Phono Preamplifier is offered in a variety of colors including Black Ice, Big Calm, Burning Red, Republika, Evergreen, Moonlight, and Sunlight, with a recommended retail price of $2,000 USD.