• Michell Apollo Phono Stage
  • Michell Apollo Phono Stage
  • Michell Apollo Phono Stage
  • Michell Apollo Phono Stage
  • Michell Apollo Phono Stage
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Michell Apollo Phono Stage

$4,950.00 USD
$4,950.00 USD
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The Apollo phono stage pairs with the external MUSE power supply to deliver ultra-clean, stable DC via dual filtration and a toroidal transformer. Class A preamplifiers and a passive RIAA circuit use hand‑matched components for precise channel balance. It offers selectable gain (40/50/60/68/73 dB) and load settings (33 Ω to 47 kΩ) to support MM and MC cartridges. Each unit is machined from solid aluminium. The Michell Apollo Phono Stage delivers low-noise, highly detailed analog playback.

Specifications

AVAILABLE CARTRIDGE GAIN
TYPE: OUTPUT – GAIN

  • MM: 5 mV – 40 dB
  • MM LOW: 2–3 mV – 50 dB
  • MC: 0.4–0.6 mV – 60 dB
  • MC LOW: 0.25–0.4 mV – 68 dB
  • MC VERY LOW: 0.05–0.25 mV – 73 dB

SPECIFICATIONS

  • THD: <0.01%
  • THD+N: –104 dB
  • SINAD: >104 dB
  • RIAA EQ Accuracy: 20 Hz to 20 kHz < ±0.1 dB
  • Mains Voltage (Factory Set): 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
  • DC Voltage: +24 V and –24 V DC
  • Power Consumption: 5 watts
  • Dimensions: 115 mm (W) × 280 mm (D) × 60 mm (H)
  • Weight (Combined Both Units): 3 kg
  • Packaging Dimensions: 480 mm × 400 mm × 110 mm
  • Shipping Weight: 4.7 kg
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Michell Apollo Phono Stage
Michell Apollo Phono Stage
Michell Apollo Phono Stage
Michell Apollo Phono Stage
Michell Apollo Phono Stage

Michell Apollo Phono Stage

The Michell Apollo is a fully discrete MM/MC phono stage designed for maximum transparency and ultra-low noise. It works in conjunction with the Michell MUSE power supply, which provides isolated dual-voltage DC power for optimal performance and minimal interference.

Design and Construction

Each Apollo unit is machined from a single billet of aluminum to form a solid, non-resonant enclosure that functions as a Faraday cage. This ensures excellent shielding from both mechanical vibration and electromagnetic noise.

Circuitry and Performance

The signal path is based on a dual-mono, fully discrete Class A design. It uses a passive RIAA equalization network and high-grade, hand-matched components to maintain channel balance and reduce distortion. The circuit is housed on a four-layer gold-plated PCB for improved grounding and signal purity.

Gain and Loading

The Apollo offers five selectable gain levels: 40, 50, 60, 68, and 73 dB. Cartridge loading is adjustable across five values: 47 kΩ, 1 kΩ, 4.3 kΩ, 1 kΩ, and 330 Ω, all with a fixed 100 pF capacitance. Settings are selected via rear-panel switches.

Power Supply

The included Michell MUSE PSU features a toroidal transformer, independent regulation for each voltage rail, and multiple stages of filtration. It provides ±24V DC to the phono stage.

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