We would like to remind you of this excellent review:
YT video review - ZEN Phono - Steve Huff Photo & HiFi
"With the ZEN Phono, the first thing that jumped out was the dynamics, and the sound, and the boogie factor and the slam and the depth and the separation of instruments! This ZEN is something that not only plays along with the big boy preamps, but it also beats a lot of them!" - Steve Huff
“The ZEN Phono Stage throws a relaxed, large soundstage with low-end weight and an open midrange from a dead quiet background. It simply belies its price. Most importantly, it engages you. Album after album revealed a sound, I would associate with products considerably above the price point of the ZEN Phono Stage.”-Ken Redmond
:"The ZEN Phono has sonic clarity in abundance to go along with its slightly warmer tone.The fact that this phono pre is balanced and has the option for a balanced output at this price point is very impressive!I was immediately impressed with superb stereo separation and imaging; the low notes were clear and deep."-Chris