{"product_id":"phasemation-t-600-step-up-transformer","title":"Phasemation T-600 Step-Up Transformer","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePhasemation T-600 MC Step-Up Transformer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePassive MC step-up transformer with 26 dB gain, balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs, and PASS mode for MM cartridges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuited to cartridges with an output impedance of between 1.5 and 40 ohms, the T-600 is a rigidly built step-up transformer designed to elevate MC cartridge playback. A PASS mode allows the easy use of MM cartridges and high-output MC cartridges in the system without changing connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T-600's chassis follows Phasemation’s higher-end designs with a compact layout, shield cover to suppress magnetic flux leakage, and floating structure with damping rubber to reduce unwanted vibration. This is a passive, low-noise design tailored for serious analog systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is a newly designed Phasemation transformer with a thoroughly reviewed manufacturing process, including precise wire-tension control during winding. The result is greater expressive power, wide-band frequency response, and clear spatial imaging across the audible range. Gain is fixed at 26 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to the T-550, the T-600 uses a new transformer for improved sound quality and adds input selection for balanced, unbalanced, and PASS operation. Neutrik XLR connectors, gold-plated RCA terminals, and a rotary switch with gold-plated contacts help keep the signal path short and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho Needs a SUT?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a low-output moving coil cartridge, a step-up transformer allows you to passively increase the output of the cartridge, letting you use a moving magnet input on a phonostage, which has far less active gain, and therefore far less chance to magnify noise. A SUT has to be very carefully matched to your cartridge, so make sure you talk to our analog team before buying one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimum Cartridge Output Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–40 Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 dB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response (±2 dB):\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Hz–100 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Terminals:\u003c\/strong\u003e XLR balanced x 1, RCA unbalanced x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Terminals:\u003c\/strong\u003e XLR balanced x 1, RCA unbalanced x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (WHD):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.85\" x 3.66\" x 7.4\" (174 x 93 x 188 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.63 lb. (2.1 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Phasemation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51836580135096,"sku":"T-600","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/T-600_Front.png?v=1781713779","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.com\/products\/phasemation-t-600-step-up-transformer","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}