The ATE-2 is an extraordinary phono stage. It's completely hand-wired, point-to-point, without printed circuit boards. The chassis is built as a rigid, sonically inert structure from 1.6mm iron plate, rendered non-magnetic with aluminum and copper plating. Parts are meticulously chosen for their sonic superiority and longevity, and the power supply designed for high stability and low noise. Truly a component for analog lovers, the ATE-2 features only three inputs, two of which are for phono!

(NOTE: Low-output cartridges will either require a step-up transformer, like the Air Tight ATH-2.)

And the sound?

The ATE-2 is remarkable in its ability to recreate the space and air of the recording venue, casting a holographic soundstage with realistic width and depth and amazingly accurate reproduction of instrumental and vocal timbre.

• Genuine valve configuration for whole amp stages even at power supply
• Latest sonic-orientated high-quality attenuator for matchless sonic transparency and silky smoothness
• EQ circuitry composed of 2-stage NF and SRPP to insure whole wide-band spectrum and minimum distortion
• Elaborate power supply for high stability and low noise
• Direct-accessible EQ output bypassing volume pot
• High-mass, vibration-proof chassis for high rigidity