VANGUARD III

Trigon VANGUARD III

Phono preamplifier

Trigon  celebrates its 20th anniversary with the third generation of its first audio component, the legendary Vanguard phono preamplifier.
The Vanguard III continues this tradition at a new level of sonic excellence – offering optimal working conditions for high-quality MC and MM cartridges. The completely redeveloped circuit design not only enables class-leading performance in all disciplines of music reproduction, but also a new quality of musical experience. To ensure that the Vanguard III can demonstrate its sonic superiority with virtually all cartridge systems, the proven range of adjustment options has remained unchanged: 16 gain stages, 3 switchable capacitors, and 25 values ​​for resistance adjustment should leave nothing to be desired. The new external power supply ensures even better power delivery.

The refined exterior appearance reflects the internal development. The new front panel, made of solid brushed aluminum and black glass, is not merely aesthetic, but also a functional design. The black glass front panel serves as a touchscreen for selecting the Vanguard III’s operating modes. The solid steel housing, now screwless and encompassing the sides, not only embodies a minimalist, elegant design but also provides mechanical stability and minimizes external influences. The new, solid, hard-gold-plated RCA jacks improve the conditions for transporting sensitive phono signals.

Like its predecessors, the Vanguard III once again sets the standard in its class. Sit back and let yourself be enchanted – perhaps for more than a decade.

SPECIFICATIONS

Description: Phono Preamplifier MM/MC
Gain: 42 – 66dB adjustable in 16 steps
Input Impedance: 25Ω – 1800Ω in 31 steps
47kΩ (without connected resistors)
Input Capacity: Basic Capacitance 60 – 100pF
Switchable Capacitance 47pF – 100pF – 147pF
Input: 1 x RCA
Output: 1 x RCA
Signal to Noise Ratio: –72dB at 60dB gain & –94dB at 36dB gain
Frequency Range: +/– 0.2dB RIAA equalized
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.06%
Crosstalk: –96.2dBA at 10kHz
Power Consumption: External Power Supply < 3VA
Dimensions (W x H x D): 133 x 55 x 190mm
Guarantee: 3 years
Finish: Black or Silver