Parasound ZC Zphono XRM – Phono Preamplifier

“Our current Zphono is the ideal product for entry-level vinyl lovers” said Richard Schram, Parasound’s president and founder. “We’ve noticed the fast-growing popularity of more expensive turntables and increasingly high-performance MM and MC cartridges. With the Zphono XRM’s adjustable load impedance knob (rather than DIP switches) MC cartridge users can easily make on-the-fly adjustments to achieve the best sound. With its rumble filter and mono-stereo switch, the Zphono XRM provides even more control to the increasingly serious vinyl lover.”

The Zphono XRM redefines what a budget phono stage can do—and it outperforms many models costing double or more. With front-panel controls, dual MM/MC inputs, and XLR/RCA outputs, this compact half-rack powerhouse delivers clarity, warmth, and flexibility that serious vinyl fans crave. Featuring precision RIAA EQ, variable MC loading from 50–1050 Ω, low-noise circuitry, and a clean linear power supply, the Zphono XRM gives your records a transparent, lifelike sound—without costing a fortune. Dual inputs for two turntables (1 MM & 1 MC),front panel input select switch, Front panel mono/stereo mode switch, Front panel rumble filter switch, Balanced and unbalanced outputs, variable MC impedance adjustment of 50-1050 ohms, MM Gain options of 40 dB or 50 dB unbalanced (46 dB/56 dB balanced), MC Gain options of 50 dB or 60 dB unbalanced (56 dB/66 dB balanced), RIAA accurate to within 0.2 dB, Ultra-low distortion (<0.02% THD), Ultra high-speed, low-noise opamps, Audiophile grade resistors and capacitors, Gold-plated RCA input and output jacks, Unique half-rack width chassis; 1 rack space high.