Audio Note M3 Phono Manual, Owner's Information

1, M3 Phono Owner’s Information The M3 Phono is a Level 3 phono pre-amplifier, developed for the best possible sonic performance rather than technical specifications. To this end, the M3 Phono incorporates thermionic valve technology to produce the most accurate sound p…

2, Technology It is well known to any audio circuit designer worth their salt that accurate reproduction of music relies entirely on the preservation of the purity of the incoming signal. It is therefore not a difficult step to make to realise that the complexity of the circuitry itself must…

3, Connections Please ensure that the M3 Phono, the power amplifier and any source equipment is switched off before making any connections. NOTE: It is important that all connections are firm, secure and airtight; any oxidisation of the interconnects will result in loss of performance. Alwa…

4, Audio Note M3 Phono Using the M3 Phono Once all the connections are completed and checked, make sure all power amplifiers are off and flip the mains rocker switch located on the back panel of the pre-amplifier to the 'on' position. The M3 Phono is a vacuum tube design and therefore requires abo…

5, Warranty and Servicing Audio Note warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the original date of purchase from an appointed Audio Note dealer. The valves are warranted for three months. In the event that your Audio Note product requires …

6, Safety Information HEAT: By the nature of vacuum tubes, this product generates high levels of heat. Adequate ventilation must be provided. Do not restrict the airflow through any of the ventilation slots or place the amplifier on any surface that may restrict airflow. CAUTION: The vac…