Accuphase C-57 Stereo Phono Amplifier

Name: Accuphase C-57 Stereo Phono Amplifier
Brand: Accuphase
SKU: ACCC47
Availability: InStock

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The Accuphase C-57 is a flagship-class phono equalizer amplifier engineered to unlock the fullest potential of your vinyl collection. Designed and handcrafted in Japan with Accuphase’s signature precision and refinement, the C-57 seamlessly blends cutting-edge circuitry with luxurious build quality to deliver breathtaking analog performance.

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RIAA Deviation, MC 10-20,000 Hz +/- 0.3 db, MM 10-20,000 Hz +/- 0.3 db
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.005%
Gain select from High or Normal MM 34 or 40 db, MC 64 or 70 db
Input Sensitivity (at rated output 1 kHz, 2 V) MC 64 dB 1.26 mV, 70 dB 0.63 mV. MM 34 dB 40 mV 40 dB 20 mV.
Input Impendance MC settings 10 ohms, 30 ohms, 60 ohms, 100 ohms, 200 ohms, 300 ohms and 1 Kilohm. MM settings 1 Kilohms 47 kilohms and 100 kilohms
Rated output 2 Volts for each 50 ohms for both balanced and standard line output
S/N Ratio, Input-converted Noise MC with 64 dB gain : 97 dB, 70 dB gain 91 dB, MM with 34 dB gain 108 dB, 40 dB gain 102 dB
Power consumption 22 watts
Dimensions Width 465 mm, Height 114 mm, Depth 407 mm
Weight 14.8 kgs net. 21 kgs shipping

The C-57 combines only the best technological advances to extract the full potential of analog discs.

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Uncompromising Sound Performance

At the heart of the C-57 is a fully balanced signal path from input to output, ensuring exceptional noise rejection and sonic purity. A dedicated MC/MM head amplifier optimised for cartridge characteristics — including Accuphase’s proprietary ANCC (Accuphase Noise and Distortion Cancelling Circuit) — extracts every nuance from low–level phono signals with extraordinary clarity and detail. Precise RIAA equalization maintains exceptional accuracy with a deviation of ±0.3 dB across the audio band.

Flexible and Intelligent Controls

Whether you’re using a low-output moving coil (MC) or a magnetic (MM) cartridge, the C-57 gives you fine-tuned control over performance. It offers a dedicated balanced MC input plus three additional phono inputs, each with independent memory for load impedance, gain, filter, and other settings — so switching between multiple turntables or cartridges is effortless. The multi-step load impedance selector accommodates seven MC and three MM settings to match almost any cartridge.

Musicality Meets Mechanical Refinement

From its low-noise regulated power supply and separate regulated circuits for each channel, to the toroidal transformer and substantial filter capacitors, the C-57’s internal architecture is built for musical integrity and rock-solid stability. Audiophiles will also appreciate features like a subsonic filter for rumble control, a balanced-output polarity selector, and clear LED indication of load settings.

Elegant, Timeless Design

Housed in an exquisitely finished chassis with an aluminum hairline top plate and natural woodgrain side panels, the C-57 embodies Accuphase’s classic aesthetic. High-carbon cast-iron insulators provide vibration damping, marrying form and function for both superb performance and visual distinction.

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Who is this for?

The Accuphase C-57 is designed for vinyl enthusiasts who demand reference-level performance from their phono stage and are building a serious analogue front end around a high-quality turntable and cartridge. It suits listeners who understand that the phono stage is not an accessory, but a critical foundation of the entire analogue system.

This is an ideal match for owners of high-end moving coil and moving magnet cartridges who want maximum extraction of detail, tonal accuracy, and low-level musical information. The C-57 particularly benefits systems where resolution and transparency are already high, allowing it to reveal subtle spatial cues, texture, and dynamic nuance buried deep in the recording.

It pairs naturally with premium pre/power amplifier systems or Accuphase integrated amplifiers, especially in dedicated listening rooms where noise floor, timing, and system coherence matter. Its fully balanced design also makes it a strong choice for users running balanced tonearms and high-quality turntables in more resolving setups.

For serious analogue listeners looking to elevate their vinyl playback to true reference standards, the C-57 represents a long-term cornerstone component—quiet, precise, and uncompromising in its ability to let the cartridge do its job without interference.