Counterpoint SA-2 // Vintage Stereo Tube MC Phono Pre-Preamplifier / Head Amp

The Counterpoint SA-2 is a vintage tube-based pre-preamplifier, also known as a "head amplifier," designed to amplify the delicate signals from low-output moving coil (MC) cartridges to levels suitable for standard moving magnet (MM) phono preamplifiers. Manufactured by Counterpoint Electronics between 1982 and 1991, the SA-2 exemplifies the company's dedication to high-fidelity audio reproduction during that era.

*Manual and load resistor pack included.

Condition

9/10

Serial No.

7225

Restoration

• All tubes test good
• Has separate power supply

Factory Specs

• MC Step-up stage (head amp), meant to go between a low-output moving coil cartridge and a moving magnet phono pre
• 4x 6dj8, 1x 6jc6, 1x EL84, 1x 6ca4, 1x 5651
• Approx. 21dB gain

Stock No.

8953749536989