The 8 best preamp under 500

1. Review Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter - PP999

Features:

• CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can accommodate magnetic pickups with an input sensitivity of 3mV at 50K Ohms
• LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms. It’s better to position the preamp close to the source to reduce unwanted noise and interference
• CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music. For the receiver, this can be connected to speakers, computers, laptops and more
• SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground. Then, connect the amplifier receiver to the RCA outputs
• 1 YEAR WARRANTY: We guarantee this electric phono preamplifier with both a 30 day no hassle money back return policy and a 1 year manufacturer’s guarantee

2. Review Pyle Phono Turntable Preamp - Mini Electronic Audio Stereo Phonograph Preamplifier with RCA Input, RCA Output & Low Noise Operation Powered by 12 Volt DC Adapter (PP444)

Features:

• CONVERTS PHONO SIGNALS: A turntable preamp that converts phono signals to Line Level Signals. This state-of-the-art circuitry phono preamp can accommodate magnetic pickups with an input sensitivity of 3mV at 50K Ohms.
• LOW NOISE OPERATION: Offers outstanding performance with it’s Low-Noise Audio Operational Amplifiers. The output is 2V max (P-P) at 10K Ohms. It’s better to position the preamp close to the source to reduce unwanted noise and interference.
• CONNECTS TO TURNTABLES: Connect any turntable to modern sound equipment without specialized phono input for amplifying music. For the receiver, this can be connected to speakers, computers, laptops and more.
• SIMPLE PLUG & PLAY: This mini preamp has stereo RCA inputs and stereo RCA outputs. Connect the turntable to the RCA inputs and ground. Then, connect the amplifier receiver to the RCA outputs.
• 1 YEAR WARRANTY: We guarantee this electric phono preamplifier with both a 30 day no hassle money back return policy and a 1 year manufacturer’s guarantee.

3. Review BEHRINGER U-PHORIA UM2

Features:

• 2x2 USB audio interface for recording microphones and instruments
• Audiophile 48 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
• Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc.
• Streams 2 inputs / 2 outputs with ultra-low latency to your computer, supporting Mac OS X* and Windows XP* or higher
• State-of-the-art, +48 V-powered XENYX Mic Preamp comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps

4. Review rolls VP29 Phono Preamp

Features:

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5. Review ART ART DJPREII Pro Audio DJPRE II Phono Turntable Preamplifier

Features:

• RCA-type input R/L
• RCA-type output R/L
• Ground terminal
• Power: 12V DC (Adapter included)

6. Review GOgroove Mini Phono Turntable Preamp (Preamplifier) with 12 Volt AC Adapter for Vinyl Record Player - Works With Audio Technica, Crosley, Jensen, Pioneer, Victrola, 1byone and More Turntables

Features:

• COMPACT DESIGN gives you the ability to connect your turntable to your stereo receiver, speakers, or other audio device | Works Audio Technica, Denon, Pioneer, Sony and More
• CONVERTS TURNTABLES PHONO SOUND to line level for better quality audio and volume
• NECESSARY FOR CONNECTING TURNTABLE to newer speakers and receivers that do not have a phono input
• EASY, QUICK SETUP allows you to quickly hook up the preamp to both turntable and audio device so you can be enjoying your vinyl records in no time
• RIAA CERTIFICATION creates smooth equalization for balanced, clear audio | NOTE: Does not include RCA Cables | BACKED BY 3 YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY

7. Review Sound Storm S4EQ 4 Band Pre-Amp Car Equalizer With Gold-Plated Front/Rear and Subwoofer Outputs

Features:

• Dual Color Illumination
• Variable Subwoofer Filter, Subwoofer Level Control, Master Volume Control
• Variable Phase, Fader Control, Input Selector, 2 Source Input
• Gold-Plated Front, Rear, and Subwoofer Outputs, Pre-amp Output: 7 V
• EQ Band Center Frequencies: 40 Hz, 150 Hz, 1 kHz, 20 kHz
• Boost / Cut at Center Frequencies: + / - 18 dB
• Dimensions: 4-1 / 4" (L) x 6-13 / 16" (W) x 1-1 / 8" (H)
• 1 Year Warranty

8. Review Blue Icicle XLR to USB Mic Converter/Mic Preamp

Features:

• Plug and record
• Studio Quality USB microphone preamp
• Supplies 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• No special drivers required
• Fully balanced low noise analog front end