The Electrocompaniet ECP-1 is the kind of phono stage that quietly outplays its form factor at every turn. Built in Norway around a fully discrete Class A circuit, it runs warm — by design — and delivers a sound to match: bass that digs deep and stays tuneful, a treble that opens with real sweetness without a hint of brightness, and a midrange transparency that puts many pricier rivals to shame. The current-input MC stage is the secret weapon, pulling extraordinary gain without losing composure on even the quietest pressings. It earned a Hi-Fi Choice Best Buy for a reason, and its second-hand prices have never quite reflected its age — the market already knows.
- Production
- 1994-2014
- Condition
- Cosmetic 9/10
- Serial No.
- 3511043
- Orig. MSRP
- $1,490
- Restoration
- New power adapter for 110V
- Detailed
- Factory Specs
GAIN @ 1 KHZ, MOVING COIL (SOURCE IMPEDANCE = 10 Ω)
73 dB (4500×)
GAIN @ 1 KHZ, MOVING MAGNET
38.4 dB (55×)
INPUT IMPEDANCE (MOVING MAGNET)
47 kΩ / 22 pF
THD @ 1 KHZ (2 V OUTPUT)
0.007%
OVERLOAD @ 1 KHZ, MOVING COIL (THD = 0.2%)
> 20 mV
OVERLOAD @ 1 KHZ, MOVING MAGNET (THD = 0.2%)
> 165 mV
CHANNEL SEPARATION (1 V OUTPUT @ 1 KHZ)
> 80 dB
NOISE, MOVING COIL (REF. 0.5 MV)
-88 dB
NOISE, MOVING MAGNET (REF. 5 MV)
-88 dB
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE (400 HZ – 30 KHZ)
0.2 µV
RIAA ACCURACY (20 HZ – 20 KHZ)
± 0.1 dB
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
100 Ω
POWER CONSUMPTION (NO LOAD OR SIGNAL)
8 W
DIMENSIONS
9.5 × 2.8 × 6.7 inches (W × H × D)
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs (1 kg)
- Documentation
- Electrocompaniet ECP-1 Owner's Manual
- Liner Notes
The Electrocompaniet ECP 1 RIAA/Phono Preamplifier brings out the best from your vinyl record collection. This self-contained phono stage can easily be switched between moving coil and moving magnet operation. The ECP1 is a big performer at an affordable price. You and your favourite LP's deserve the Electrocompaniet ECP1.
- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $50, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 9676822610141
The Electrocompaniet ECP-1 is the kind of phono stage that quietly outplays its form factor at every turn. Built in Norway around a fully discrete Class A circuit, it runs warm — by design — and delivers a sound to match: bass that digs deep and stays tuneful, a treble that opens with real sweetness without a hint of brightness, and a midrange transparency that puts many pricier rivals to shame. The current-input MC stage is the secret weapon, pulling extraordinary gain without losing composure on even the quietest pressings. It earned a Hi-Fi Choice Best Buy for a reason, and its second-hand prices have never quite reflected its age — the market already knows.
Production
1994-2014
Condition
Cosmetic 9/10
Serial No.
3511043
Orig. MSRP
$1,490
Restoration
- New power adapter for 110V
- Detailed
Factory Specs
GAIN @ 1 KHZ, MOVING COIL (SOURCE IMPEDANCE = 10 Ω)
73 dB (4500×)
GAIN @ 1 KHZ, MOVING MAGNET
38.4 dB (55×)
INPUT IMPEDANCE (MOVING MAGNET)
47 kΩ / 22 pF
THD @ 1 KHZ (2 V OUTPUT)
0.007%
OVERLOAD @ 1 KHZ, MOVING COIL (THD = 0.2%)
> 20 mV
OVERLOAD @ 1 KHZ, MOVING MAGNET (THD = 0.2%)
> 165 mV
CHANNEL SEPARATION (1 V OUTPUT @ 1 KHZ)
> 80 dB
NOISE, MOVING COIL (REF. 0.5 MV)
-88 dB
NOISE, MOVING MAGNET (REF. 5 MV)
-88 dB
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE (400 HZ – 30 KHZ)
0.2 µV
RIAA ACCURACY (20 HZ – 20 KHZ)
± 0.1 dB
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE
100 Ω
POWER CONSUMPTION (NO LOAD OR SIGNAL)
8 W
DIMENSIONS
9.5 × 2.8 × 6.7 inches (W × H × D)
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs (1 kg)
Documentation
Electrocompaniet ECP-1 Owner's Manual
Liner Notes
The Electrocompaniet ECP 1 RIAA/Phono Preamplifier brings out the best from your vinyl record collection. This self-contained phono stage can easily be switched between moving coil and moving magnet operation. The ECP1 is a big performer at an affordable price. You and your favourite LP's deserve the Electrocompaniet ECP1.
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $50, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
9676822610141
