Thanks Frank, and yes absolutely, I would not order this without both. I may also have the Phase Inverter installed at a later date.
I should mention that the function buttons have been simplified. There is room for 1 tape deck if you still use one, with the ability to monitor your recording (if you have a 3 head machine. That is the far left button (out for input, in for tape). Next is the stereo/mono switch. Above the motorized volume control is the low gain function button (for really efficient speakers, better control utilization), and a dual effect filter that puts a nice roll-off on the high and low end for noisy recordings or perhaps an LP that is filled with rumble.
The 6 input selector for line stage devices like CD players and FM tuners is the large knob at the far right, with input1 used for MM phono, if you have that option.
Balance control is center detented. The headphone jack and new power switch LED indicator finish off the front panel.
The back panel has ground wire terminal for TT grounds, 6 set of RCA inputs, one set of in/out for the tape deck and 2 pairs of line outs for the power amp(s).
Back right corner features an external fuse holder, chassis ground switch and IEC power cord socket and cord. Yes, these cords fit the socket perfectly.
Front of the 6.3mm faceplate is double anodized natural brushed aluminum, with black graphics (also anodized into the faceplate). Chamfer and edge of faceplate are beadblasted. The heavy 16 gauge steel chassis and cover are powdercoat crinkle, black painted.
It uses only 2 6CG7 tubes.
Wayner
