{"product_id":"ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier","title":"PS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product__description:has(\u003e .hos-ps-research){width:100%;max-width:100%;min-width:0;flex:0 0 100%}\n.hos-ps-research{width:100%;min-width:0;container-type:inline-size;--hos-ink:#193443;--hos-gold:#a87731;color:#243b48;font-size:16px;line-height:1.75;overflow-wrap:anywhere}\n.hos-ps-research *{box-sizing:border-box}.hos-ps-research h2,.hos-ps-research h3{color:var(--hos-ink);line-height:1.2;letter-spacing:-.02em}.hos-ps-research h2{font-size:clamp(26px,4cqw,44px);margin:0 0 22px}.hos-ps-research h3{font-size:23px;margin:0 0 14px}.hos-ps-research p{margin:0 0 20px}.hos-ps-research .hos-eyebrow{font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.16em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--hos-gold);margin-bottom:14px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:48px 28px;background:#f3f5f5;border-top:3px solid var(--hos-gold)}.hos-ps-research .hos-lead{font-size:19px;max-width:850px}.hos-ps-research .hos-scope{font-size:14px;border-left:3px solid var(--hos-gold);padding-left:16px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metrics{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:16px;margin:30px 0 0}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric{border-top:1px solid #cbd4d8;padding-top:16px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric strong{display:block;font-size:clamp(19px,3cqw,28px);color:var(--hos-ink);line-height:1.25}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric span{display:block;font-size:13px;margin-top:7px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-nav{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px 24px;padding:20px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3}.hos-ps-research a{color:var(--hos-ink);text-underline-offset:4px}.hos-ps-research .hos-section{padding:48px 0;scroll-margin-top:110px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story{display:grid;gap:26px;align-items:center;margin:0 0 44px}.hos-ps-research figure{margin:0;min-width:0}.hos-ps-research img{display:block;width:100%;height:auto;max-height:570px;object-fit:contain;background:#f6f7f7;border-radius:3px}.hos-ps-research figcaption{font-size:12px;color:#58717e;margin-top:10px}.hos-ps-research .hos-cards{display:grid;gap:18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-card{padding:24px;background:#f3f5f5;border-top:2px solid var(--hos-gold)}.hos-ps-research .hos-card h3{font-size:20px}.hos-ps-research .hos-card p{margin:0;font-size:15px}\n.hos-ps-research .hos-specs{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;table-layout:fixed;font-size:15px;box-shadow:none}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th,.hos-ps-research .hos-specs td{border:0;border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3;padding:15px 12px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;overflow-wrap:anywhere}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th{width:36%;font-weight:600;background:#f3f5f5}.hos-ps-research details{border-bottom:1px solid #d6dfe3;padding:18px 0}.hos-ps-research summary{background:#9FBED3!important;color:#193443!important;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;color:var(--hos-ink);list-style:revert}.hos-ps-research details p{margin:16px 0 0}.hos-ps-research .hos-footer{padding:30px;background:var(--hos-ink);color:white}.hos-ps-research .hos-footer h3,.hos-ps-research .hos-footer a{color:white}.hos-ps-research .hos-note{font-size:12px;color:#58717e;margin-top:18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-related{display:flex;gap:12px 24px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:18px}\n@container(min-width:700px){.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:56px 48px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:44px}.hos-ps-research .hos-story:nth-child(even) figure{order:-1}.hos-ps-research .hos-cards{grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr))}}\n@container(max-width:420px){.hos-ps-research .hos-hero{padding:32px 18px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metrics{gap:10px}.hos-ps-research .hos-metric span{font-size:11px}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs{font-size:13px}.hos-ps-research .hos-specs th,.hos-ps-research .hos-specs td{padding:12px 8px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003carticle class=\"hos-ps-research\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"hos-hero\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePS Audio · preamplification · House of Stereo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGive every source a clear path to your amplifier.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-lead\"\u003eThe PMG Signature Preamplifier is an analog control center for a separates system. It brings source selection and listening-level control to balanced and single-ended components, with multiple output pairs for flexible system connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-scope\"\u003eOne analog preamplifier. DAC, phono stage, and power amplifier are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metrics\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanalog signal path\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXLR + RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einputs and outputs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.6 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaximum gain\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cnav class=\"hos-nav\" aria-label=\"Product research sections\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794382485-design\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794382485-setup\"\u003eSystem setup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794382485-specs\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794382485-faq\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ps-15416794382485-resources\"\u003eManual \u0026amp; resources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794382485-design\" aria-label=\"Product design\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hos-story\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePMG Signature Preamplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControl without conversion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePS Audio uses a folded-cascode gain stage, diamond buffers, and a stepped attenuator. The preamplifier works with the analog output of a DAC, disc player, streamer, or phono preamplifier. It does not add digital conversion or a built-in phono stage; those functions stay with the appropriate source component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier-1.png?v=1791665431\" alt=\"PS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier manufacturer product photograph 1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier — product view\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-story\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003ePMG Signature Preamplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections for a growing system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour XLR stereo pairs; two RCA stereo pairs. Two balanced and two single-ended output pairs accommodate compatible amplification and additional system connections. The USB connection is for firmware service rather than USB audio. Plan cable routing and output use around the input requirements of your amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/hos-ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier-rear.png?v=1791668509\" alt=\"PS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier rear connections\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier — rear connections\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794382485-setup\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eMake it work in your system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThoughtful setup makes the difference.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-cards\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild the analog path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource analog output → preamplifier → power amplifier → speakers. Digital sources need a DAC; turntables need a phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSet gain sensibly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin at low volume and match the output connection to your amplifier. More gain does not automatically mean better sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan the connections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the required input pairs and leave rear-panel access. USB on this preamplifier is a firmware connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794382485-specs\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eThe details that matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"hos-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption style=\"text-align:left;margin-bottom:16px\"\u003ePS Audio PMG Signature Preamplifier — key manufacturer specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTopology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully balanced Class A analog preamplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour XLR stereo pairs; two RCA stereo pairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOutputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo XLR stereo pairs; two RCA stereo pairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum gain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.6 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Hz–150 kHz, ±0.1 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOutput impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.5 W × 4.375 H × 14.75 D in including feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 lb \/ 13.6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAC supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic 120\/230 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUSB function\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmware updates; not an audio input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hos-note\"\u003eRatings are manufacturer specifications. Check the linked manual for complete operating conditions, regional requirements, and installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794382485-faq\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"hos-eyebrow\"\u003eBefore you choose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it include a DAC or phono stage?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an analog line-level preamplifier. Use a separate DAC for digital sources and a suitable phono stage for a turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan USB carry music?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The USB connection is intended for firmware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"hos-section\" id=\"ps-15416794382485-resources\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKeep researching.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/hos-ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier-owners-guide.pdf?v=1791669589\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the manufacturer’s owner’s guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore the system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hos-related\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-512-dac\"\u003ePMG Signature 512 DAC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ps-audio-pmg-s400\"\u003ePMG S400 stereo amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cfooter class=\"hos-footer\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLet’s make the whole system work together.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHouse of Stereo can help with component matching, connections, and placement. Tell us what you listen to, what you own, and what you want to improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eTalk with House of Stereo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"PS Audio","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":67679899287701,"sku":"PMG-PRE-UV-S","price":8999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":67679899320469,"sku":"PMG-PRE-UV-B","price":8999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/7117\/6085\/files\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier-1.png?v=1791665431","url":"https:\/\/houseofstereo.com\/products\/ps-audio-pmg-signature-preamplifier","provider":"House Of Stereo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}