Cyrus Audio’s latest phono preamp, the 40 PPA, is now officially available—and if you’ve been following the brand’s 40 Series lineup, this one rounds things out. It was first shown at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show earlier this year, and now it’s hitting shelves at $2,899 / £1,995 / €2,499.
If you already have other 40 Series components like the 40 AMP, 40 ST streamer, or 40 CD player, the 40 PPA fits right in. But it’s not just a visual match—it’s a dedicated phono stage meant for people who take their vinyl setups seriously. It works with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges and gives you a lot of flexibility when it comes to how you connect and fine-tune your gear.
Cyrus isn’t new to phono stages. Models like the Phono X and Phono Signature earned solid reputations over the years, and the 40 PPA clearly builds on those experiences. From the outside, it matches the clean and compact design language of the 40 Series, complete with a brushed aluminum case and a five-inch glass touchscreen. But most of the real work has happened under the hood.
Inside, Cyrus has completely reworked the circuit board. The layout now uses six layers instead of four, which helps isolate signal paths and cut down on electrical noise. That kind of separation is a big deal when you’re working with delicate analog signals from a turntable. They’ve also reengineered the power supply to be quieter, 20% less noise compared to the Classic Phono model, according to Cyrus.
All of this is aimed at delivering a cleaner signal from your cartridge to your speakers. And for anyone who’s spent time trying to figure out where that subtle hum is coming from, these updates could save a lot of hassle.
The 40 PPA is especially handy for anyone juggling multiple turntables or tonearms. It gives you four separate inputs, all of which support MM and MC cartridges. For MC users, you can tweak gain, load, and capacitance settings to better match your cartridge’s needs. Gain can be adjusted in 5dB steps, which gives you a more precise handle on how much amplification you’re applying.
On the output side, you’ve got your choice of unbalanced RCA or balanced XLR connectors. That means whether your system is simple or more advanced, you should be able to make it work without needing extra adapters or boxes.
A few more useful features are tucked in too: stereo output level meters (with peak hold) help you keep an eye on gain levels, while a ground lift switch can come in handy if you run into hum issues. There’s also a warp filter built in—this helps reduce the heavy bass you sometimes get from slightly warped records.
One of the best features of the 40 PPA is how much you can do without having to get up and fiddle with the box. The included remote works with the touchscreen interface, so you can sit back and adjust input settings, tweak gain, or match your cartridge load—all from your listening spot.
Whether you're switching between turntables, trying a new cartridge, or just dialing in your preferred settings, you can do it all without needing to go back and forth between your seat and your rack.
If you want to go a step further, the 40 PPA is also compatible with Cyrus’s external 40 PSU power supply. That’s sold separately for $3,495 and offers even more isolation from electrical noise for those chasing the cleanest signal possible.
There’s also some future-proofing built in: USB-A and Ethernet ports allow for firmware updates, so if Cyrus adds features or makes refinements down the line, you won’t be left behind.
Technical Specifications:
The Cyrus 40 PPA is built for vinyl fans who want control and flexibility without overcomplicating the experience. Whether you’re running a couple of turntables or just one, and whether you’re using a moving magnet or a moving coil cartridge, the 40 PPA is designed to slot into a wide range of setups with minimal friction.
It’s not trying to reinvent vinyl playback, but it does offer a thoughtful combination of features, clean design, and ease of use that’ll appeal to anyone who’s serious about getting the most from their analog gear. And with a five-year warranty included, it’s designed to stick around for a while.
Now available through Cyrus dealers, it might be worth a look if your system’s ready for a dedicated phono stage upgrade.
