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Musical Fidelity V90-LPS Phono Preamplifier This little Musical Fidelity V90-LPS is the David to your vinyl Goliath—compact, unassuming, but punches well above its weight. Works perfectly, sounds great, and happily handles both MM and MC carts. Only flaw? A small scratch on the front plate (see photos). Think of it as a beauty mark—distinguishes it from the other boring, scratch-free units out there. Original packaging not available. Pickup Canberra or post at buyer’s expense. Condition: Very Good Payment Method: EFT, Cash on Pickup Region/State: (ACT) Australian Capital Territory/Australia By
At A$300, this is a bit above the current used midpoint for the V90-LPS: it sits well over the A$201 median and also above the A$325 75th percentile? No — it’s below that upper quartile, so I’d call it ambitious but still defensible rather than a bargain. It’s not cheap against the local comps, but it isn’t a wild ask either, especially for a clean very_good example.
The appeal here is straightforward: the V90-LPS is a respected MM/MC phono stage that punches above its size, with a quiet, neutral presentation and solid flexibility for vinyl setups. If the listing includes the original PSU and it’s been well cared for, that helps the case. At this price I’d want confidence that it’s fully working, because the value is really in condition and trust, not in rarity.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Musical Fidelity, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to 1982 when clarinettist and audio enthusiast Antony Michaelson founded the company in London. Disillusioned with the sound quality of existing gear after his stint at predecessor Michaelson & Austin, he handcrafted his debut product—a minimalist preamplifier dubbed "The Preamp"—on his kitchen table. Paired with the quirky Dr. Thomas power amplifier, these designs disrupted the market with their bold aesthetics and sonic punch, establishing Michaelson’s experimental ethos from the outset.
The brand has long centered on amplifiers as its cornerstone, spanning integrated, power, phono, headphone, and preamp models renowned for Class-AB topology and innovative touches like Nuvistor tubes. It expanded into streaming players, DACs, CD players, Bluetooth receivers, all-in-one systems, and even headphones and turntables, always prioritizing musicality over convention. Unconventional industrial designs, from curved heatsinks to sculptural panels, became signatures, influencing competitors.
Positioned firmly in the high-end arena, Musical Fidelity commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its value-driven performance and soulful sound. Iconic models like the A1 and F-series endure as collector favorites, blending accessibility with premium engineering. Acquired by Austria’s Audio Tuning in 2018, it continues evolving under new stewardship while honoring its heritage as a boutique force in British hi-fi.
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