Audio Research Optional Phono Card for LS-2 or LS-3

Moving magnet and moving coil phonostage upgrade

The Audio Research Optional Phono Card adds high-quality vinyl playback to the LS-2 and LS-3 preamplifiers without requiring a separate phonostage. Designed for easy installation, this module supports both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges, making it a convenient way to integrate a turntable into your Audio Research system.

With selectable gain for MM and MC cartridges and adjustable MC loading, the card accommodates a wide range of cartridge designs. Gain and loading settings can be controlled through the preamplifier's interface, allowing users to tailor the phonostage to their cartridge.

Features

• Compatible with Audio Research LS-2 and LS-3 preamplifiers
• Supports moving magnet and moving coil cartridges
• Selectable MM and MC gain
• Adjustable moving coil cartridge loading
• User-installable modular design
• Integrates directly into the preamplifier without requiring a separate component

Specifications

Compatibility: Audio Research LS-2 and LS-3 preamplifiers

Gain (MM, MC): 42 dB, 62 dB

MC Loading: Adjustable, 50–1,000 ohms