In German magazine HiFi Test you can find a review of our new phono preamplifier SPL Phonos duo. The complete review can be found in the current edition (6/2025) of the magazine – here we have compiled and translated some highlights for you.
VOLTAiR:
“Anyone who has already worked with SPL devices will have noticed the Voltair logo. This stands for SPL’s exclusive technology, which uses four times the usual operating voltage. Instead of ±15 volts, ±60 volts are used here.”
“The reason for this great effort is the sound. SPL claims a higher dynamic range, lower distortion, a better signal-to-noise ratio, and significantly increased headroom. This is exactly what I have consistently experienced with SPL electronics: although nothing is softened or swept under the rug, the sound always remains relaxed and smooth. Thus, SPL’s unique selling point is not only technical, but also sonically unique.”
Sound:
“Integrating the Phonos duo into our chain was a real pleasure.”
“The sound reproduction with the Phonos duo is much more vivid, dynamic, and ‘punchy.’ Sounds are more spacious and fuller—it’s really great.”
“A very clean sound with a tight bass.”
“The instruments sound great: clean, authentic, and live.”
“The SPL was used as player in almost all of the listening tests in this edition. And every time, I thought to myself, yes, that’s exactly how it should be.”
“There was simply no humming or noise, neutrality is present, and the playfulness and dynamics are also in line with the price range. And so the SPL Phonos duo can be recommended both as a tool for dealers and editors and as a music machine for vinyl fans, especially those who use an MC. A truly beautiful device.”
Conclusion:
“You can’t go wrong with the SPL Phonos duo. Quite the opposite: it solves all your phono amp problems. This versatile, beautifully manufactured, easy-to-use and excellent-sounding phono preamplifier is a real winner.”
