European Audio Team E-Glo II hybrid tube design phono stage is now on sale in the UK.
Henley Audio has announced the immediate availability of the E-Glo II phono stage in the UK. The E.A.T. (European Audio Team) E-Glo II is described as a cutting-edge design that maximises performance from any cartridge while giving any vinyl system a stylish glow-up with its striking visuals. It is designed for audiophile-grade sound quality and sleek, luxurious aesthetics and its chic aluminium casing beautifully complements its six-tube design, says the supplier.
Key Features of the E.A.T. E-Glo II:
• Adjustable impedance and capacitance
• External power supply with a custom-made toroid transformer
• Flagship model with luxury build-quality
• Fully balanced input stage with Lundahl step-up transformer
• Fully passive, split equalisation stage
• Hybrid tube design with ECC83 & ECC88 tubes
• MM & MC Compatibility
• Premium components, including Mundorf capacitors and connectors
The E-Glo II stands out with its all-tube – or ‘valve’ – design, incorporating four ECC83s and two ECC88s. Widely regarded by audiophiles for their exceptional performance, these tubes offer easy replacement options and the flexibility to experiment with different tube types, says Henley Audio.
The E-Glo II is designed to ensure peak performance with a fully balanced input stage featuring a Lundahl LL1932 step-up transformer. Offering 45dB of gain, the LL1932 boosts output and audio quality. Its split, entirely passive equalisation stage enhances efficiency, putting less pressure on the valves, resulting in low-noise output and more gain options than typically achievable with pure valve phono stages.
Premium components, such as Mundorf output and WIMA capacitors, further elevate performance. The E-Glo II offers adjustable capacitance loading for moving-magnet cartridges and continuous resistance adjustment for moving-coil cartridges, making it compatible with many setups.
For quiet operation, the E-Glo II uses an external power supply with a custom toroid transformer, which is double-shielded to prevent interference and ensure clean power. The design also includes noise-reducing resistors and high-quality capacitors to isolate the phono stage from electromagnetic disruptions further.
Visually, the new product has been created to be as stunning as it is functional. The maker houses the tubes in a sleek chassis with heat sinks that echo the design of a reel-to-reel tape deck. The option to select the colour of the LED lights illuminating the valves adds an individual touch. Front-mounted switches allow for easy adjustments to settings, so users can fine-tune their setup without needing to open the unit.
The product combines exceptional sound quality with a striking design, making it an ideal choice for audiophiles and design enthusiasts alike. Priced at £7,999.00, it is available now in the UK. Henley Audio exclusively distributes E.A.T. in the United Kingdom.
