
Soulnote · E
E-1 ver.2
Pure analogue transparency through advanced non-feedback circuit architecture.
Building upon the foundation of its predecessor, the E-1 ver.2 elevates the Series 1 analogue experience by incorporating the New Type-R circuit originally developed for the flagship E-3. This fully discrete, non-negative feedback architecture ensures that the delicate signal from your turntable remains uncoloured and immediate, preserving the precise temporal cues that define a truly immersive performance.
Versatility is central to its design, offering dedicated inputs for MC and MM cartridges alongside a high-performance optical cartridge interface. Each stage benefits from a newly developed bias circuit and discrete non-NFB regulation, which collectively achieve a superior signal-to-noise ratio and heightened expressiveness. The result is a sound that feels remarkably airy, transparent, and effortlessly dynamic.
Constructed with an emphasis on resonance management, the E-1 ver.2 features a direct mechanical earth system that dissipates harmful vibrations through precision-engineered spikes located directly beneath the transformer. This meticulous attention to mechanical and electrical purity ensures that the listener hears nothing but the music, presented with the authority and tonal realism that have become the hallmark of the Soulnote brand.
Key Features
01
New Type-R Circuit
Incorporates the fully balanced, non-NFB amplification circuit derived from the flagship E-3 for organic and lifelike playback.
02
Universal Cartridge Support
Provides dedicated inputs for conventional MM/MC cartridges and high-performance DS Audio optical cartridges.
03
Direct Mechanical Grounding
A three-point support system with spikes placed directly under the transformer to effectively expel mechanical vibrations.
04
Discrete Non-NFB Regulator
Utilises a high-end discrete power supply regulator to ensure clean, stable power delivery for the optical and analogue stages.

Chapter 01
Engineering Philosophy
The E-1 ver.2 is an antithesis to the industry's reliance on static measurement perfection, focusing instead on what Soulnote calls dynamic performance. By removing global negative feedback, the circuit maintains the integrity of the original waveform on the time axis, which the brand identifies as the most critical factor in musical playback. The design process is guided entirely by listening sessions, ensuring that every capacitor, resistor, and structural element contributes to an authentic sound.

Chapter 02
Mechanical and Electrical Purity
To achieve its signature clarity, the E-1 ver.2 employs a large 260VA non-impregnated toroidal transformer. This massive power source is matched with fast-recovery diodes and a Darlington ripple filter to provide an inexhaustible, 'light' quality to the music. The chassis design eschews rigid dampening in favour of a floating structure that allows the internal electronics to shed resonance naturally, preventing the common issue of 'muddy' bass and restricted soundstages.

Chapter 03
Listening Notes
Listeners can expect a presentation that is remarkably vivid and spacious. The balanced input circuit for MC cartridges, when paired with a two-core shielded cable, creates a fully balanced signal path from input to output, resulting in an expansive three-dimensional soundscape. It is a phono stage that does not 'colour' the music, but rather reveals the texture, depth, and emotional weight of the recording with startling honesty.
Specifications
ModelE-1 VER2 SF (Premium Silver) / E-1 VER2 BF (Premium Black)
Input sensitivityMC: 0,4 mV
/ MM: 5 mV / OPT: 70 mV
GainMC: 77 dB / MM: 55 dB / OPT: 32 dB
Rated outputBalanced: 3,0 V Unbalanced: 1,5 V
RIAA deviation±0,3 dB
MC load resistance3 Ω / 10 Ω / 30 Ω / 100 Ω / 300 Ω / 1 kΩ (Eingangslast für MC umschaltbar)
MM load resistance47 kΩ
Dimensions430(W) × 109(H) × 409(D) mm
Weight9.5 kg
Included accessoriesSpikes, Power cable
