Electrocompaniet · The Classic Line
ECP 2 MKII Phono Stage
Uncompromising analogue precision tailored to extract the soul of every record.
The ECP 2 MKII stands as the definitive phono stage within the Electrocompaniet Classic Line, engineered for those who demand absolute fidelity from their vinyl collection. By utilising state-of-the-art instrumentation amplifiers and high-quality discrete components throughout a fully DC-coupled signal path, this preamplifier preserves the delicate low-level nuances of the original lacquer with remarkable purity.
Positioned as the essential analogue foundation for a serious playback chain, this unit is defined by its extraordinary configuration flexibility. Rear-mounted DIP switches allow for precise adjustment of gain, resistive loading, and capacitive loading, ensuring your cartridge operates under its ideal electrical conditions. This meticulous approach guarantees that the phono stage remains a future-proof investment, capable of adapting to any cartridge upgrade or turntable system.
Sonically, the ECP 2 MKII is remarkably fast, clear, and accurate. It presents music against a dead-quiet, velvet background, allowing the listener to perceive spatial cues, micro-dynamic shifts, and instrumental textures with knife-edge precision. While it maintains a transparent and unflinchingly honest character, it retains the natural harmonic weight and rhythmic fluidity necessary to keep vinyl playback sounding deeply engaging, balanced, and tangibly alive.
Key Features
01
Highly Configurable Input Stage
Equipped with extensive rear-panel DIP switch arrays for precise gain, resistance, and capacitance matching, accommodating virtually any MM or MC cartridge.
02
Fully DC-Coupled Signal Path
Utilises a high-performance discrete circuit design that is entirely DC-coupled to minimise distortion and preserve the integrity of the fragile cartridge signal.
03
Precision RIAA Correction
Features a strictly matched RIAA equalisation circuit with ±0.1 dB accuracy, ensuring faithful tonal balance across the entire frequency spectrum.
04
Balanced XLR Connectivity
Offers both balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs, allowing for seamless integration into high-end systems that prioritise professional-grade signal transmission.
Chapter 01
Precision Engineering
The ECP 2 MKII is built upon a foundation of state-of-the-art instrumentation operational amplifiers and hand-selected discrete components. Every stage of the circuit is meticulously DC-coupled to eliminate phase shifts, while the RIAA equalisation is held to a reference-standard accuracy of ±0.1 dB. This technical rigour ensures that the subtle micro-dynamics of a recording are never masked by internal noise or electrical bottlenecks, providing a startlingly clear view into the recording venue.
Chapter 02
Refined Classic Aesthetic
Consistent with the wider Classic Line, the ECP 2 MKII features a significantly updated chassis and a 10mm thick acrylic front plate. Beyond its visual elegance, the construction is designed to shield delicate internal circuits from electromagnetic interference and mechanical stray fields. The result is a robust, vibration-resistant housing that keeps the noise floor exceptionally low, ensuring that even the most dynamic orchestral passages emerge from total silence.
Chapter 03
Listening Notes
In performance, the ECP 2 MKII avoids the common pitfalls of overly clinical solid-state designs. It is an exceptionally fast and accurate instrument that captures the 'snap' of a drum kit and the natural decay of a piano with startling realism. It is particularly adept at classical and acoustic recordings, where its ability to maintain a wide, spacious soundstage and clear instrumental separation allows the listener to feel physically transported to the concert hall.
Specifications
Gain @ 1 kHz RCAAdjustable 39,8 – 71,4 dB
Gain @ 1 kHz XLRAdjustable 45,8 – 76,4 dB
Resistance loading (RL)Adjustable 10 Ω – 47 kΩ
Capacitive loading (CL)Adjustable 0 – 350 pF
Maximum output level:17.5 V rms (+ 25 dB V)
Overload margin> 31 dB @ 1 kHz
Output impedance100 Ω single-ended, 200 Ω balanced
Frequency response20 – 20 kHz +/- 0.2 dB
RIAA Correction Accuracy ± 0,1 dB
Subsonic filter -3dB @ 11 Hz, 24 dB/octave
Channel separation> 85 dB, 20 – 20 kHz
THD + Noise< 0.003 % @ 1 kHz
S/N-R 96 dB, 1 kHz, A-weighted, ref. 10 dB V output
S/N-R91 dB, 1 kHz, A-weighted, ref. 5 mV input
S/N-R67.4 dB, 1 kHz, A-weighted, ref. 500 μV input
Dimensions(W*D*H)470 mm / 18.5 inches; 373 mm / 14.6 inches; 78 mm / 3 inches ;Weight 9 kg. / 19.8 lbs.