Which AVM phono preamplifier does the MC module fit?

The AVM Ovation PH 8.3. It has four slots for input modules, and AVM's 2026 overview lists the PH 8.3 as ready to play with a minimum of one PH input card.

Is the AVM PH 8.3 MC module balanced or unbalanced?

Either. AVM's price list offers the MC module as a balanced (XLR) or an unbalanced (RCA) version, so choose the one that matches your tonearm cable.

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AVM Ovation PH 8.3 MC Phono Module

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$1,749.00

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Balanced (XLR) Unbalanced (RCA)

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The AVM Ovation PH 8.3 MC Phono Module is a plug-in moving-coil input for the AVM Ovation PH 8.3 phono preamplifier. AVM's price list offers it as an MC balanced (XLR) or MC unbalanced (RCA) module, and the PH 8.3 takes up to four input modules.

AVM's MC cards adjust sensitivity in five steps from 55 to 550 µV and impedance in six steps: 30, 50, 100, 300, 500 and 1000 ohms. AVM rates the signal-to-noise ratio at 73 dB, or 77 dB(A). The PH 8.3's RC PH remote adjusts amplification and load, along with the PH 8.3's own equalization curve.

AVM Ovation PH 8.3 MC Phono Module, MC XLR balanced card, three-quarter view

Compatibility

Fits the AVM Ovation PH 8.3 phono preamplifier, which has four slots for input modules. Get in touch with Mike about the right module for your cartridge.

AVM Ovation PH 8.3 MC Phono Module Specifications

Fits	AVM Ovation PH 8.3
Module Type	MC phono input card, balanced (XLR) or unbalanced (RCA)
Sensitivity	55 / 100 / 170 / 315 / 550 µV (1 kHz, 1 V out)
Impedance	30 / 50 / 100 / 300 / 500 / 1000 ohms
Overload	2.5 mV (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Signal-to-Noise	73 dB / 77 dB(A)