Which AVM phono preamplifiers does the PH Module MC fit?

The Evolution PH 3.3 and PH 5.3. Both have one module slot on the rear panel.

Do I need this module to use an MC cartridge with the PH 3.3 or PH 5.3?

No. AVM states that both MM and MC cartridges are fully supported by the PH 3.3 and PH 5.3, which have two RCA phono inputs of their own. The module adds a balanced MC input on XLR connectors.

Can I add the PH Module MC to my PH 3.3 or PH 5.3 later?

Yes. AVM gave both models an integrated module slot so the phono preamplifier can be expanded later without replacing it. Each takes one module.

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AVM PH Module MC (XLR) for Evolution PH 3.3 and PH 5.3

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The AVM PH Module MC is the balanced moving-coil input module for AVM's Evolution PH 3.3 and PH 5.3 phono preamplifiers: the MC XLR card in AVM's list of module choices. It plugs into the single module slot on the rear panel and adds an MC input on XLR connectors to the two RCA phono inputs both models already have.

Key Features of the AVM PH Module MC

Balanced MC Input: Left and right XLR inputs for a moving-coil cartridge, plus a ground terminal.
Made for the Evolution PH 3.3 and PH 5.3: Plugs into the one module slot both models have.
Add It Later: AVM built the module slot so you can expand the phono preamplifier without replacing it.
Cartridge Matching: The PH 3.3 and PH 5.3 offer five gain settings and six MC impedance values, set from the front panel or the included RC 3 PH remote.

Compatibility

Fits: AVM Evolution PH 3.3 and PH 5.3 phono preamplifiers.
Slot: Each PH 3.3 and PH 5.3 has one module slot, so it takes one module.
Other choices for the same slot: AVM also lists MM RCA and MC RCA modules for the PH 3.3 and PH 5.3.

What the Module Adds

The module has a left and right XLR input for a moving-coil cartridge, plus a ground terminal on its panel. Cartridge settings such as gain and load are handled by the phono preamplifier itself, from its front panel or the RC 3 PH remote.

AVM PH Module MC (XLR), three-quarter view of the module card with XLR inputs and ground terminal

More from AVM

The module is made for the AVM Evolution PH 3.3, a fully solid-state phono preamplifier, and the AVM Evolution PH 5.3, which has a tube output stage. Browse the full AVM range.

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