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INTRODUCTION____________________________________________________
It took over three years of painstaking research, engineering, listening, and refining, before Cary was ready
to release the PH 302. But now that it's here, even the most demanding record enthusiasts will realize this
exotic unit is dedicated to nothing short of incomparable vinyl playback.
The PH 302 is a vacuum tube design utilizing four 6SL7 dual triodes. The RIAA equalization curve is
derived from a passive RC circuit located between the two gain stages. The PH 302 is supplied with a
regulated power supply to ensure an extremely quiet operation. The MC section uses two very high quality
step-up transformers. They provide enough gain for use with any MC cartridge and with an extremely low
noise floor. It is perfectly matched to any of the high-end Cary integrated amplifiers or pre-amplifiers.
The PH 302 is finished with the beauty and detail that Cary Audio Design is famous for. With its black
chassis and black anodized front plate, you know immediately it belongs in the Cary family of high-end
audio products.
For the analog lover the PH 302 is a magical blend of art and technology that will add to your music
listening enjoyment hour after hour. Experience the PH 302, experience what vacuum tubes can do to low
output moving coil playback. We believe it will change the way you listen to music forever.
When the following cautionary terms are used in this manual, these definitions apply:
WARNING
Electrical hazard! Misuse or failure to follow instructions properly may result in personal injury
or death!
CAUTION
No risk or personal injury; however, misuse or failure to follow instructions may result in
damage to equipment.
NOTE
No risk of personal injury or equipment damage; however, misuse or failure to follow
instructions may prevent proper performance of the equipment.