Primare R32 (£850)

摘要

Uncomplicated Scandinavian design' is how Primare defines its ethos and a quick glance at the R32's front panel tells you that this phono stage is truly living Primare's 'brand values'. Since it measures 430x95x380mm (whd) and weighs a substantial 8.5kg, you could be forgiven for thinking you've been sold a power amp in the wrong box. Of course much of this weight can be attributed to the R32's case, with its 8mm-thick front plate and solid feet.According to Primare this large chassis makes it easier to keep sensitive signal circuits away from the PSU in a bid to reduce noise. Also justifying the R32's weight is its R-core type transformer with separate windings for each channel. There are no capacitors in the signal path and a shield-plate inside the unit further isolates the signal circuits from the PSU.