When Jaycar discontinued this MM phono kit, some years back, based on the LM833 chip, I bought the last six in Oz. This is the last from 2006. They come complete with standard parts but you provide your own enclosure and AC wall wart. To that end I had an extruded Hammond anodised Al enclosure and a 16VAC 1.5A wall wart. Perfect.
Wiring is via silver plated fine copper wire (heavier for the power cct.) and WBT silver solder. Two regs and basic filtering on board ensures a dead quiet preamp, no hum, buzz or his. The chips are almost vintage LM833 which are slightly warmer than the OPA2134 (which can drop in) but provide excellent detail and good bass articulation. Most caps are MKTs known for the accuracy and stability. Resistors metal film.
Because the phono stage has a gain control (second chip acts as a buffer with variable gain) "Player" can be connected direct to your power amp. And this is how I am listing to it. When I think my DIY EAR834p is the best tube MM phono stage I have heard this inexpensive preamp betters it! Transparence and a rich tone just locks you in to the vinyl and commands your attention. Very impressive, sad the kit is no longer available.
