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Bellari VP549 Phono Preamp

(6 customer reviews)
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$101.50

Estimated delivery on 3 August - 14 September, 2025
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Items Included

  • Bellari VP549 Phono Preamp
  • Power Supply
  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

 

Key Features
  • RIAA Equalization Curve
  • RCA Inputs and Outputs
  • 3.5mm Stereo Headphone/Line Output
  • 14 Hz to 23 kHz Frequency Response
  • Rumble Filter
  • Trim and Gain Control
  • Cartridge Load Capacitance Switch
  • Includes Power Supply

The Bellari VP549 from Rolls is a phono preamp with RIAA equalization curve. A recording is made with the low frequencies reduced and the high frequencies boosted, and on playback the opposite occurs. The VP549 phono preamp can be used with a turntable to deliver a flat frequency response during playback of records and tackles low-frequency noise, cartridge load capacitance, and attenuation of the signal level.

This phono preamp makes listening to your vinyl collection more rewarding. Equipped with RCA inputs that connect to your turntable and RCA outputs that connects to your amplifier, the VP549 is easy to set up and features a ground terminal to tame hum and a 3.5mm stereo headphone/line output jack to monitor audio or connect it to an amplifier. The VP549 is bold, yet has a surprising attack that will take your rig to the next level.

Connecting the VP549
You have an input that connects to your phonograph, and an output that plugs into your preamp or amplifier. Use the ground post to connect to your turntable’s ground connection.
Rumble Filter
AKA “subsonic filter” cuts very low frequencies (below 20 Hz). The purpose of a filter like this is to get rid of annoying frequencies that disrupt the turntable’s sound quality. A good rumble/subsonic filter should be inaudible, meaning you cannot hear when it is on or off in the program material you are listening to.
Cartridge Load Capacitance
The VP549 has three settings: 120 pF, 220 pF, and 330 pF. Set the switch in the position you feel sounds best to you. The difference might be very slight, but it is there. Most cartridges come with a capacitance load recommendation in the spec sheet for the cartridge.
Trim and Gain
Attenuate the signal level up or down. It is not a volume control, meaning that signal will still be present even when the level is turned to the lowest point (in this case, -10 dB as labeled). If at half-way up you are at 0 dB output level, then all the way up you will have +4 dB more gain, and all the way down you will be at -10 dB down from a reference of the middle 0 dB.
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Input Connections
2 x RCA from turntable
Output Connections
2 x RCA to amplifier
1 x 1/8 / 3.5 mm TRS stereo mini jack; headphone/line out,
Input Sensitivity
30 dB gain @ 1 kHz, 47 kOhms
Input Impedance
47 kOhms
Output Impedance
32 Ohms headphone, 470 Ohms RCA
Frequency Response
14 Hz to 23 kHz
Maximum Output Level
>10 dB @ 1 kHz at 0.1% dist.
Equalization
RIAA ±1 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Rumble Filter
20 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.02% @ 1 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio
> 94 dB unweighted
Indicator
1 x power LED
Power
15 VDC
Dimensions
5.5 x 3.5 x 1.3″ / 14.0 x 8.9 x 3.2 cm
Weight
0.8 lb / 0.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10 x 7 x 5″

Based on 6 reviews

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  1. David –

    Very interesting, early appreciation sound. This detailed in different resonance is necessary for audible experience.

    David –

  2. Peter –

    I upgraded to this from my Art ll pre some weeks Ago. It may be too early for a comprehensive review but at first listen, there was a dramatic difference on a Positive note. It is well balanced and smooth.

    Sure, all these preamp phono stages say they follow the RIAA SPECS. From what I can hear (and this is the 4th Phono Stage; this has been the best for its price range. Running a AT VM95 ML MicroLine nude, I have control but have stayed at zero.

    I won’t be changing this Bellari for a long time.

    Peter –

  3. Addison –

    After searching high and low for a high-quality, but affordable preamp, I picked up this Bellari, and really enjoy it! The sound is crystal clear and replicates what I imagine the original recordings to be. It also works seamlessly with my Pioneer direct-drive PL-5 turntable and NAD C325BEE integrated amp. My only minor critique is that it does not have a power switch. However, I resolved that simply with a switched power strip.

    Addison –

  4. Stacy –

    This US made phono preamp is built like a tank and has performance to match.

    Stacy –

  5. Thomas J –

    Price, quality, and made in the USA, outstanding performance by Bellari, I bought three units for my six turntables, Yamaha’s P-300,P-500. Duals 1019, CS- 721and my Vestax PDX-2000, Technics sl-L-1, MCS-

    6710 turntables, I couldn’t believe the fabulous sounds coming through my JBL-100s amazing.

    Thomas J –

  6. Paul –

    Wanted to improve the sound for my vinyl LP collection by going to a separate phono pre-amp instead of using the built in amp in the AVR. I chose the Bellari because of its adjustability. The Bellari is hooked up to a Audio Technica AT-LP120 turntable using a red micro linear stylus. Great sound. Recommended.

    Paul –

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