{"product_id":"thorensmm008","title":"Thorens MM 008 – Phono Preamp (MM\/MC)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thorens MM 008 is a compact phono preamp for MM and MC cartridges. It brings your turntable's quiet signal up to line level — the simple answer for amplifiers without a phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall in size, serious in ambition: separate inputs for MM and MC, clean RIAA equalization and straightforward impedance matching make the MM 008 a flexible companion for entry-level and mid-range systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the MM 008?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it does exactly what it should, without any fuss — while staying flexible. Instead of fiddly DIP switches, you adjust the MC impedance using the included resistor plugs (10, 100, 1000 ohms); combined with the fixed 47 kOhm MM input, that covers virtually every common cartridge. Separate MM and MC sockets let you keep two systems connected in parallel, with no need to swap cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean, powerful phono sound from a robust metal housing. Thanks to its compact build, you can place it right next to the turntable and keep cable runs short — which benefits the quietness of the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MM 008 for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone looking for a flexible, good-sounding phono stage for MM or MC without jumping straight into high-end territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you also want to digitize your records, go for the identical MM 008 ADC with USB instead. As a pure phono stage, the two sound identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MM 008 is an honest, flexible phono stage with sensible impedance matching — a solid start into good vinyl sound. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we'll show you the right setting for your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Phono preamp MM\/MC (switchable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain at 1 kHz: 40 dB (MM) \/ 60 dB (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance MM: 47 kOhm + 220 pF (fixed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput impedance MC: 47 kOhm + 1 nF, adjustable via resistor plugs (10, 100, 1000 ohms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity MM: 3.29 mV RMS at −10 dBV (316 mV RMS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput sensitivity MC: 0.325 mV RMS at −10 dBV (316 mV RMS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinear frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response −3 dB: 10 Hz – 50 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRIAA accuracy: ±0.3 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD+N): \u0026lt; 0.013% (MM) \/ \u0026lt; 0.055% (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: \u0026gt; 86 dB (MM) \/ \u0026gt; 72 dB (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosstalk: ≥ 40 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. output voltage: 482 mV RMS at 5 mV RMS input (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: 47 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: fixed, not adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInputs: 3 RCA pairs (MM, MC, MC load) plus ground terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: 1 RCA pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating voltage: 24 V DC (external plug-in power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower consumption: 3.4 W \/ 15 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 150 × 50 × 117 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 504 g (without power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: phono stage, power supply, MC load adapter (10\/100\/1000 ohms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridges is the MM 008 suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor MM and MC cartridges. MM runs at a fixed 47 kOhm; for MC, you adjust the impedance using the included resistor plugs (10, 100, 1000 ohms). That covers virtually every common cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect two cartridges at the same time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The MM 008 has separate sockets for MM and MC, so you can keep two systems or two tonearms connected in parallel and switch between them with a button — no cable swapping needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference to the MM 008 ADC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MM 008 ADC is identical in design but additionally offers an A\/D converter with USB output for digitizing your records. As a pure phono stage, both sound the same; if you don't need USB, the MM 008 is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MM 008 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the right impedance setting noticeably affects the sound of your cartridge — and we'll help you choose it together. Plus honest advice on your whole system, straight from Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right turntable under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the matching cartridge among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e. More phono preamps are shown in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ePhono Preamps\u003c\/a\u003e collection; the full Thorens range is available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/thorens\"\u003eThorens\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989572972880,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/thorens-mm-008-phono-vorverstaerker-frontansicht.jpg?v=1786786033","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/thorensmm008","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}