LAB12 Melto1 Fully adjustable Tube Phono Preamplifier

The Melto1 celebrates the enduring magic of vinyl, designed to bring listeners closer to the authentic warmth and texture of analog sound. Built for both MM and MC cartridges, it offers flexible adjustment of impedance and capacitance to perfectly match any setup. Its carefully matched NOS dual triodes, refined circuit topology, and low-noise step-up stage preserve every musical detail with balance and purity. True to Lab12’s philosophy, Melto1 delivers outstanding performance, flexibility, and musical engagement at a refreshingly accessible price.

FEATURES:

• MM and MC cartridge compatibility

• Full tube design for natural, dynamic sound

• Adjustable settings for cartridge type, impedance, and capacitance

• Toroidal power transformer for stable, low-noise performance

• No-feedback design for open, transparent sound

• SRSG® grounding separates signal and power paths for lower noise

• Fine Symmetry® circuit layout ensures precise channel balance

• Precision 5mm aluminum face panel in a durable anodized finish

SPECS:

Gain (MM): 41 dB
Gain (MC): 66 dB

Input Impedance: Adjustable (32 Ω – 100 kΩ)
Input Capacitance: Adjustable (0 – 300 pF)

De-emphasis Curve: RIAA

Tube Complement:
2 × 6N1P-EV dual triodes,
2 × 6n2p-EV dual triodes

Input: Stereo line input (RCA connectors)
Output: Stereo line output (RCA connectors)

Available Color: Matte Black

Dimensions (W × H × D): 16.9 × 4.3 × 11.4 in
Weight: 14.3 lb