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E-2 ver.2

Soulnote · E

E-2 ver.2

The ultimate adjustable phono stage for true analogue purists.

A masterpiece of analogue engineering, the E-2 ver.2 provides a comprehensive solution for the dedicated vinyl enthusiast. Designed to sit at the centre of the most demanding systems, it allows for precise adjustment of loading and gain, ensuring that the character of your cartridge is captured with absolute fidelity. The inclusion of switchable EQ curves—including RIAA, Columbia, and Decca—further ensures that historical recordings are reproduced exactly as intended by the original mastering engineers. At the core of the E-2 ver.2 is a fully balanced, non-NFB discrete circuit that avoids the phase distortion and timing errors inherent in global feedback designs. This minimalist approach, combined with dual-mono construction and a massive power supply, allows for a signal-to-noise ratio and channel separation that set a new benchmark for phono amplification. The unit is built as an uncompromising conduit for the micro-signals retrieved by your stylus. Sonically, the E-2 ver.2 is defined by its ability to render the space, atmosphere, and rhythmic nuance of a recording without added colouration. It offers a transparent, vivid, and deeply immersive soundstage that transforms the act of listening. Whether you are revisiting archival pressings or modern audiophile reissues, this phono stage extracts more detail and emotional weight than typically expected, remaining perfectly poised even during the most complex musical passages.

Key Features

01

Comprehensive EQ Curves

Features selectable RIAA, Columbia, and Decca curves to ensure historical accuracy for early vinyl pressings.

02

Non-NFB Discrete Design

Fully balanced circuit architecture completely free of global negative feedback for natural, temporal purity.

03

Flexible Loading & Gain

Offers precision-adjustable impedance and gain settings to perfectly match almost any MM or MC cartridge on the market.

04

Dual-Mono Construction

Independent circuit boards and power regulation for each channel ensure exceptional stereo separation and soundstage stability.

The Story of Versatility

Chapter 01

The Story of Versatility

The E-2 ver.2 was developed to address the frustration of using fixed-loading phono stages that rarely bring out the best in diverse cartridge collections. By implementing a sophisticated relay-switched resistor network, Soulnote has created an interface that is as precise as it is flexible, allowing users to fine-tune the electrical relationship between cartridge and amplifier. This attention to detail ensures that the E-2 ver.2 remains a future-proof foundation for any analogue system.
Manufacturing Process

Chapter 02

Manufacturing Process

Quality control is managed through intensive listening tests rather than just technical measurements. Components such as the naked foil resistors are hand-selected for their sonic transparency, while the chassis design follows the Soulnote tradition of non-fixed, floating structures to dissipate vibration. This holistic approach ensures that internal energy is managed effectively, preventing micro-vibrations from interfering with the ultra-low-level signals typical of moving coil cartridges.
Listening Notes

Chapter 03

Listening Notes

Listeners can expect a presentation that is remarkably agile and free of the 'smearing' common in many phono pre-amplifiers. The bass is tight and punchy, while the mid-range gains a sense of openness and presence that makes vocal performances feel startlingly tangible. Because it does not rely on traditional feedback mechanisms, the E-2 ver.2 maintains its composure even in the most demanding crescendos, preserving the natural harmonic structure of the music.

Specifications

ModelE-2 VER2 SF (Premium Silver) / E-2 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 VV Unbalanced: 1,5 V
RIAA deviation±0,2 dB
MC load resistance3 Ω / 10 Ω / 30 Ω / 100 Ω
MM load capacitance100 pF / 200 pF / 350 pF
MM load resistance47 kΩ
Equalizer frequency Roll-Off (kHz)1,59 / 2,12 (RIAA) / 2,59 / 3,18 / 6,89 / FLAT
Equalizer frequency Turnover (Hz)250 / 390 / 500 (RIAA) / 630
Equalizer frequency Low Limit (Hz)50 (RIAA) / 71 / 100 / 125 / 150 / FLAT
Dimensions430(W) × 160(H) × 410(D) mm
Weightapprox. 20.0 kg
Included AccessoriesSpikes, Power cord