NAD - PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier - Black

Name: NAD PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier
Item: NAD - PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier - Black
Rating: 5
Author: JoReb

Model:PP-4

SKU:2945212

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Overview

Description

Offering superb measured and sonic performance, NAD’s two simple solutions, the PP 4 Digital Phono/USB Preamplifier makes it easy to add phono to many of today’s stereo amplifiers and AV receivers that have either eliminated the phono input or included a low quality circuit for attaching your turntable. As part of NAD’s commitment to the environment, the PP 4 features a more efficient “green” power supply that reduces power consumption. The PP 4 goes one step further with a USB interface, shielded USB cable and recording level control which reduces noise and improves the analogue-to-digital conversion process. The PP 4’s Auto Power Down feature saves energy by automatically powering the PP 4 to OFF when not in use. Our PP 4 Digital Phono/USB Preamplifier enables you to digitise your treasured vinyl collections to a PC or Mac. It features inputs for both MM (moving magnet) and MC (moving coil) types for a wide variety of phono cartridges, and there is a line input to allow for the transfer of cassette tapes. The PP 4 also includes VinylStudio Lite Software for ripping LPs and burning audio CDs. The PP 4 Phono-to-USB Preamp offers a complete hardware and software solution with exceptional flexibility to record from LP or tape.

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Features

Connectivity
the PP 4 Digital Phono/USB Preamplifier makes it easy to add phono to many of today's stereo amplifiers and AV receivers that have either eliminated the phono input or included a low quality circuit for attaching your turntable.
Reduced Power Consumption
As part of NAD's commitment to the environment, the PP 4 features a more efficient “green” power supply that reduces power consumption. The PP 4's Auto Power Down feature saves energy by automatically powering the PP 4 to OFF when not in use.
Software Included
The PP 4 also includes VinylStudio Lite Software for ripping LPs and burning audio CDs.
USB Interface
The PP 4 goes one step further with a USB interface, shielded USB cable and recording level control which combine to reduce noise and improve the analogue-to-digital conversion process.

What's Included

Power Cord
User Manual
Remote

Specifications

Key Specs

Number Of Audio Zones
0
Number of Audio Zone Source Outputs
1
Input(s)
RCA

General

Product Name
PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier
Brand
NAD
Model Number
PP-4
Color
Black
Color Category
Black

Audio

Number of Channels
Not Available
Number Of Audio Zones
0
Number of Audio Zone Source Outputs
1
Surround Sound Supported
Not Applicable
High Resolution Audio
Yes
Maximum Sampling Rate Supported
48kHz
Supported File Formats
WAV
Number Of DSP Modes
0
Equalizer
No
High/Low Pass Filters
None
Phantom Power
No

Feature

App Compatible
No
Satellite Radio Tuner
No
HD Radio Tuner
No
Number Of FM Presets
0
Number Of AM Presets
0
Phase Invert
No
Hardware Direct Monitoring
No
Effect Type(s)
Distortion
Attenuation Pad
No

Connectivity

Wireless Multi-Room Audio
No
Wi-Fi Built-in
No
Bluetooth Enabled
No
IP Control
No
MIDI
None
Number Of Microphone Preamps
0
Headphone Jack
Yes
Ethernet Port(s)
No

Input

Input(s)
RCA
Phono Input
Yes
Number of HDMI Inputs (Total)
0
Number of HDMI HDCP 2.2 Inputs
0
Number Of USB Inputs
1
Number of Optical Digital Audio Inputs
0
Number of Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs
0
Number of RS-232 Inputs
0
Front Facing Inputs
USB
Number Of Auxiliary Inputs
0
Number Of Inputs
1
Number of Component Video Inputs
0
Number of Composite Video Inputs
2
Number of Analog Audio Inputs
3
Number of DVI Inputs
0

Output

Output(s)
USB, RCA
Number of Subwoofer Pre Outs
0
Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)
0
Number of HDMI HDCP 2.2 Outputs
0
HDBaseT Output
No
Number Of Component Video Outputs
0
Number Of Composite Video Outputs
1
Number Of DVI Outputs
0
Number of Outputs
2

Display

On-Screen Display
No
LED Metering
No

Dimension

Product Height
1 15/16 inches
Product Width
2 7/8 inches
Product Depth
5 5/16 inches
Product Weight
2.4 pounds
Rack Size
Not rack mountable

Included

Remote Control Included
Yes

Certifications Listings & Approvals

ENERGY STAR Certified
No

Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts
2 Years
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor
2 years

Other

UPC
5703120210162

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
NAD PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier
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Posted 6 months ago. Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
NAD PP 4 Digital Phono USB Preamplifier Great quality, just a little expensive.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice preamp, but....
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Posted 3 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This preamp worked really well with my turntable and Receiver, which does not have phono level inputs. Unfortunately, it died a few weeks in. Best Buy gave a full refund, and I am trying another brand as a replacement. I’ve had several NAD products in the past, all high performance and reliable. Maybe an anomaly...I’ll” try again with them I’m sure.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great!!!
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Posted 6 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
After checking online about this product I decided to buy it. After I hook it up to my receiver and turntable and play a record my roommate screamed " lower the volume " I knew it worked boosting the volume I also hook it to my computer to record and it recorded perfectly. Very great product as it serves all my needs
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good but not great
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Posted 6 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
One of the reviews I read before I made this purchase was that it made the person's records sound louder, and while I don't necessarily hear that much of a difference in volume, I do notice a difference although it is hard to put into words what that difference is...maybe, better sound quality?
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice Preamp
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Posted 5 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
NAD has been making top quality components for a long time, and this unit lives up to expectations. No issues so far ,and good sound with my old tt.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good find
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Posted 5 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Connected this to my dad's old Sanyo. Worked like a charm.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great pre-amp, with bonus USB output
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Posted 11 months ago. Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Ordered this to replace a 13-year old Pro-ject Phono Box II, which seemed to hum no matter what I did with grounding, power supplies, and cables. Sound on line output: impressive solid bass definition, smooth midrange, and transparent detail in high frequencies, with very little hum or noise. Great dynamic range on a pre-amp at this price. Hookup: All options MC/MM & Phono/Line input selectors have discrete connections & switches. It took me a couple tries to get the right connections made. Power brick is small, but still takes up more than a plug’s width. How does the power button work? I can turn it on but not off. It’s a mystery. Doesn’t appear in the quick setup diagram.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Reasonably OK for a cheap PreAmp
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Posted 5 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
As I am in the process of deciding on a new amp and my current one did not have a phono front end I did not want to spend a fortune on a MM PreAmp. Does the job and reasonably well for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend