Primare MM15 MM Phono Module for I15 at Vinyl Sound Buffalo, NY USA

The MM15 is an optional internal moving magnet phono preamplifier module from Primare (Malmö, Sweden), available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA. Designed exclusively for installation inside the Primare I15 integrated amplifier, the MM15 transforms your I15 into a complete vinyl playback system — no external phono stage required. Built around an ultra-low noise hybrid passive and active EQ amplification circuit for accurate RIAA correction, it is compatible with moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges and can be added at any time.

Ultra-Low Noise Hybrid EQ Circuit

The MM15's phono amplification circuit combines passive and active equalization stages — a hybrid design approach that achieves accurate RIAA correction while minimizing noise at every stage of the circuit. Passive RIAA networks avoid the noise contribution of active amplification where it is not needed, while the active stages provide the gain and precision that passive-only designs cannot deliver at practical component values. Engineered to work with the latest generation of moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges, the MM15 operates inside the I15's chassis — eliminating the signal path compromises of an external phono unit, including the additional interconnect cable and its associated capacitance and noise pickup between turntable, phono stage, and amplifier.

Key Features

• Internal Module for Primare I15: Installs directly inside the I15 integrated amplifier — no external box, no additional cabling.
• Ultra-Low Noise Hybrid Passive and Active EQ Circuit: Accurate RIAA correction with minimal noise for transparent vinyl playback.
• MM and High-Output MC Compatible: Works with moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges.
• Addable at Any Time: Installable at purchase or at any later date — a future-proof upgrade for any I15 owner.
• Purpose-Built for the I15: Circuit topology matched to the I15's own amplifier stage for optimum internal synergy.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Primare MM15?

The Primare MM15 is an internal moving magnet phono preamplifier module from Primare (Sweden) designed exclusively for installation inside the Primare I15 integrated amplifier. It uses a hybrid passive and active EQ circuit for accurate RIAA correction with ultra-low noise, and is compatible with moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges. It is available at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY, USA.

Is the MM15 compatible with low-output moving coil cartridges?

The MM15 is designed for moving magnet and high-output moving coil cartridges. Low-output moving coil cartridges — typically those with output voltages below approximately 1mV — require the higher gain levels of a dedicated MC phono preamplifier such as the Primare R15, which provides up to 65 dB of MC gain. For a complete vinyl system built around the I15, the MM15 handles MM and high-output MC cartridges internally, while low-output MC users should pair the I15 with an external R15 phono preamplifier connected to the I15's analog input.

Can the MM15 be installed after purchase?

Yes. The MM15 is designed to be added to any I15 at any time — at the point of purchase or later as a dedicated upgrade. This is part of Primare's modular design philosophy, ensuring that the original I15 investment is protected as the system and listening preferences evolve.

What turntables pair well with the I15 and MM15 combination?

The I15 with MM15 installed pairs naturally with any turntable using a moving magnet or high-output moving coil cartridge. Particularly well-matched combinations include Rega Planar series turntables with Rega Elys or Carbon MM cartridges, Pro-Ject Debut and Evo series with Ortofon 2M Red or Blue, and Audio-Technica AT-LP120 series. The Vinyl Sound team can advise on turntable and cartridge combinations matched to the MM15's input characteristics.

Where can I buy the Primare MM15 in Buffalo, NY?

The Primare MM15 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Primare dealer in Buffalo, NY, USA. The Vinyl Sound team can confirm compatibility with your I15 and advise on installation. Visit vinylsound.com or contact the Buffalo showroom directly.