Parasound ZC ZPhonoXRM Phono Preamplifier

Parasound ZC ZPhonoXRM Phono PreamplifierExceptional Vinyl Performance, A Price No One Beats The Zphono XRM redefines what a budget phono stage can doand it outperforms many models costing double or more. With front panel controls, dual MM MC inputs, and XLR RCA outputs, this compact half rack powerhouse delivers clarity, warmth, and flexibility that serious vinyl fans crave. Featuring precision RIAA EQ, variable MC loading from 501050 , low noise circuitry, and a clean linear power supply,

Exceptional Vinyl Performance, A Price No One Beats

The Zphono XRM redefines what a budget phono stage can do—and it outperforms many models costing double or more. With front-panel controls, dual MM/MC inputs, and XLR/RCA outputs, this compact half-rack powerhouse delivers clarity, warmth, and flexibility that serious vinyl fans crave.

Featuring precision RIAA EQ, variable MC loading from 50–1050 Ω, low-noise circuitry, and a clean linear power supply, the Zphono XRM gives your records a transparent, lifelike sound—without costing a fortune.

Praised by reviewers

• “…does everything you could possibly want a phono preamplifier to do—both sonically and electronically—magnificently well. Highly recommended.” — Australian Hi‑Fi 
• “…offers flexibility and features not usually found at this price point … plus an internally mounted low‑noise linear supply.” — Analog Planet (Michael Fremer). 

Awards & Recognition

• Sound+Image (Australia) — Phono Stage of the Year (2021).

Specifications: 

Frequency Response
20-20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion
0.02% at 1 kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio, MM 40 dB Setting
> 94 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted
> 90 dB, input shorted, unweighted

Signal to Noise Ratio, MM 50 dB Setting
> 94 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted
> 90 dB, input shorted, unweighted

Signal to Noise Ratio, MC 50 dB Setting
> 92 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted
> 88 dB, input shorted, unweighted

Signal to Noise Ratio, MC 60 dB Setting
> 82 dB, input shorted, IHF A-weighted
> 80 dB, input shorted, unweighted

Inter-channel Crosstalk
> 80 dB at 1 kHz

Input Impedance
MM: 47k Ω
MC: 50-1050 Ω

Input Capacitance
150 pF

Output Impedance
Unbalanced: 150 Ω
Balanced: 150 Ω per leg

Input Sensitivity at 1 kHz, 4mV Input
40 dB: 5 mV for 500mV output
50 dB: 5 mV for 1.5 Volts output
60 dB: 5 mV for 3 Volts output

Input Sensitivity at 1 kHz, 1V Output
40 dB: 10 mV for 1.0 Volt output
50 dB: 3.5 mV for 1.0 Volt output
60 dB: 1.8 mV for 1.0 Volt output

Total Gain
40 dB / 50 dB / 60 dB (unbalanced output)
46 dB / 56 dB / 66 dB (balanced output)

Rumble Filter
40 Hz high pass, 18 dB /oct.

AC Power Requirement
Standby: 0 watts
Power On: 7 watts
115 VAC or 230 VAC 50 - 60 Hz
(Selected on bottom)

Dimensions
Width: 8.5" (220 mm)
Depth: 10" (254 mm)
Depth: 12" (305 mm) - cables connected
Height, with feet: 2" (51 mm)
Height, without feet: 1.75" (45 mm), 1U

Weight
Net: 3.9 lbs. (1.8kg)
Shipping: 6.8 lbs. (3.1 kg)