{"product_id":"european-audio-team-eat-e-glo-petit-b-phono-stage","title":"European Audio Team (EAT) E-Glo Petit B Phono Stage","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEuropean Audio Team (EAT) E-Glo Petit B Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE-Glo Petit B is a high-end, balanced and fully discrete tube-hybrid phono stage — the most compact member of EAT's balanced E-Glo family, alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eat-e-glo-cb-phono-stage\"\u003eE-Glo CB\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eat-e-glo-sb-phono-stage\"\u003eE-Glo SB\u003c\/a\u003e. It employs a fully balanced gain stage design: connecting your turntable to the XLR input takes advantage of the balanced signal path, letting the amplifier extract the musical information from the + and - signals while subtracting out noise picked up along the transmission. As an authorized EAT dealer in Buffalo, NY, Vinyl Sound can help you match this phono stage to your turntable and cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR input for MM and MC cartridges, plus balanced XLR output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully symmetrical and discrete gain stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHybrid tube design, 2x ECC83S tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully discrete circuitry — no IC op-amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecise split-passive RIAA equalisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual mono design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdvanced power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall, compact form factor — the smallest chassis in the E-Glo balanced range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo turntables connectable simultaneously, with per-input settings stored in memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitchable subsonic filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimmable, colour-changeable tube LED backlighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional magnetic side panels: high-gloss Makassar wood or piano black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in Black or Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandmade in Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHybrid Tube Topology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balanced gain stage uses three discrete semiconductor operational amplifiers to process the + and - signal paths symmetrically before combining them into the first of two discrete RIAA equalisation stages, optimizing signal-to-noise ratio ahead of the EQ section. The second stage is a single-ended hybrid design combining two ECC83S triodes with one transistor, including the second RIAA EQ stage and a switchable subsonic filter. The output stage uses a dual discrete semiconductor op-amp to convert the unbalanced internal signal to balanced, maintaining low output impedance and low DC offset via dedicated DC servo circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMC and Balanced MM Cartridge Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting your turntable to the XLR input requires an MC cartridge or a specially modified balanced-compatible MM cartridge — a typical unbalanced MM cartridge will show increased noise in the right channel if used on a balanced input, due to how its internal generator is grounded. Any MM cartridge, balanced or unbalanced, can be used on the standard single-ended RCA inputs. Ask Vinyl Sound if you're unsure which input matches your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscrete Circuitry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE-Glo Petit B uses fully discrete audio circuitry throughout, rather than integrated IC op-amps. EAT states that, based on extensive listening tests, even the best IC op-amps don't achieve the same neutral, natural, dynamic sound as a discrete design — a standard IC-based phono preamp uses a few tens or hundreds of components, while a fully discrete design like this uses hundreds or thousands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the CB and SB, which use an external outboard power supply, E-Glo Petit B has a selectable 230V\/115VAC internal power supply built into its compact chassis. For a further step up in performance, the separately sold \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eat-lps-2-linear-power-supply\"\u003eEAT LPS 2\u003c\/a\u003e linear power supply upgrade uses a low-core-saturation, vacuum-impregnated transformer with shielding between windings and a DC-blocker in its own enclosure — note that the LPS 2's cabinet is notably larger than the Petit B itself, so plan for the extra footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCartridge Loading Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain ranges from 40dB up to 70dB, handled cleanly thanks to the fully balanced design. Two load impedance ranges are available — \"low\" for standard MC cartridges, and an unusual \"high\" setting that lets you fine-tune MM cartridge loading beyond the typical fixed 47kΩ found on most phono stages. RCA and XLR outputs can be used simultaneously for extra flexibility when connecting to multiple systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput impedance (high)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30k, 36k, 42k, 47k, 53k, 59k, 65k, 75k Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput impedance (low)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10, 18, 43, 75, 150, 300, 600, 1200 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoad capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50pF, 150pF, 270pF, 370pF, 520pF, 620pF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100Ω (RCA); 2x100Ω (XLR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40dB, 45dB, 50dB, 55dB, 65dB, 70dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM \u0026gt;92dBV (102dBV IEC-A); MC \u0026gt;80dBV (90dBV IEC-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMM \u0026lt;0.006% \/ 1V RMS (40-55dB); MC 0.05% \/ 1V RMS (65-70dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRIAA accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithin 0.5dB, 20Hz-20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubsonic filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8dB\/octave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V\/115VAC selectable on rear panel, 50\/60Hz, 52VA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInputs\/outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCA, XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17W maximum; \u0026lt;0.5W standby\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e186 x 87 x 262 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,700 g without power supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use my existing MM cartridge on the balanced XLR input?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnly if it's a specially modified balanced-compatible MM cartridge. Standard unbalanced MM cartridges will show increased noise on the right channel if used on the XLR input — use the RCA inputs instead, which work with any MM cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect two turntables at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, two turntables can be connected simultaneously, with each input's settings stored in memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the E-Glo CB?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eat-e-glo-cb-phono-stage\"\u003eE-Glo CB\u003c\/a\u003e uses an external outboard power supply and a wider 395mm chassis. E-Glo Petit B fits the same hybrid tube-transistor circuit topology into a compact 186mm chassis with a built-in, voltage-selectable power supply, subsonic filter at 8dB\/octave (vs. 18dB\/octave on the CB and SB), and no separate polypropylene capacitor upgrade — otherwise sharing the same balanced gain stage and cartridge loading flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there an upgrade path for the power supply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, the separately sold EAT LPS 2 linear power supply improves noise performance further, though note its cabinet is notably larger than the Petit B's own chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"European Audio Team","offers":[{"title":"Silver aluminum finish","offer_id":53671321567539,"sku":null,"price":6250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin Black aluminum finish","offer_id":53671321600307,"sku":null,"price":6250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/0293\/0739\/files\/eat_9.jpg?v=1784257401","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/products\/european-audio-team-eat-e-glo-petit-b-phono-stage","provider":"Vinyl Sound USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}