Cyrus 40 PPA Phono Stage Debuts: A Major Upgrade to a Modern Classic

An audiophile favorite gets a high-tech refresh with deeper signal refinement, smarter controls, and a sleek new design.

Cyrus Reimagines Its Reference-Grade Phono Preamp

The long-awaited Cyrus 40 PPA phono stage has officially launched, marking the next evolution in the British brand’s award-winning vinyl amplification lineup. Priced at £1,995 / €2,499 / $2,899, the 40 PPA succeeds the Classic Phono and legendary Phono Signature—a staple in What Hi-Fi?’s reference system since 2016.

While it retains the compact half-width form factor and minimalist Series 40 industrial design, this is far more than just a cosmetic update.

Engineered from the Ground Up

Cyrus has fully re-engineered the internal architecture of the 40 PPA:

• 6-layer PCB design (up from 4) dramatically reduces electrical noise by isolating critical signal paths.

• A 20% quieter power supply, ensuring cleaner delivery to low-level phono signals.

• Redesigned signal flow and enhanced shielding for better RFI/EMI rejection.

  
  

These technical refinements target the core challenge of phono preamps: noise management in extremely sensitive circuits.

Precise Cartridge Matching, Made Simple

As expected from a high-end phono stage, the 40 PPA offers support for both MM and MC cartridges with:

• Gain adjustable in 5dB increments

• Customizable load and capacitance

• Signal level meter for fine-tuning gain staging

• Ground lift switch to eliminate ground loop hum

• Warp filter to correct low-frequency rumble from warped records

  
  

A major usability upgrade is the 5-inch glass touchscreen, making configuration intuitive. Combined with the included remote, users can now tweak settings with ease — without leaving their listening chair.

Connectivity: Built for the Serious Vinyl Enthusiast

• Connect up to 4 turntables simultaneously

• RCA and balanced XLR outputs included

• Compatible with the optional Cyrus 40 PSU external power supply for ultimate performance (sold separately for £2,495 / $3,495 / AU$4,499)

  
  

Whether you're a dual-arm vinyl enthusiast or just want future-proofing, the 40 PPA offers rare versatility at this price point.

A New Flagship for the Vinyl Faithful

The 40 PPA officially replaces the Phono Signature, which had been Cyrus’s top-tier phono stage since 2016. The Signature earned universal acclaim, becoming a five-star fixture in many test systems—and the 40 PPA looks poised to do the same.

Cyrus boldly calls it "one of the best phono preamplifiers on the market, at any price," setting high expectations.

Cyrus 40 PPA: Key Features at a Glance

Feature	Details
Design	Half-width aluminum chassis, touchscreen display
Cartridge Support	MM & MC, with gain/load/capacitance control
Signal Adjustments	5dB gain steps, warp filter, signal level display
Noise Reduction	6-layer PCB, revised power supply (-20% noise)
Inputs	Up to 4 turntables
Outputs	RCA + Balanced XLR
Extra Features	Ground lift switch, included remote
Upgrade Path	Compatible with 40 PSU external power supply
Price	£1,995 / €2,499 / $2,899
Availability	Shipping now

Final Word

With the Cyrus 40 PPA, vinyl lovers get a phono stage that blends studio-grade flexibility, audiophile engineering, and modern usability. For those looking to extract every ounce of detail from their vinyl setup, it promises to be an exciting new benchmark in the high-end phono space.

We’ll be eager to put it through its paces when the review unit lands — stay tuned.