“…And even before we start talking about the music examples, I just have to say it like it is: Lab 12 Melto 2 is a firework of an RIAA stage!”

“The ease of use in combination with sound quality is still quite unique, and notice how good this stage is on moving magnet, here I actually can’t think of any RIAA’s that have grabbed me harder…”.

-Haakon Rognlien

“My biggest discovery

The biggest news this month was not the Tzar’s torque. It was the Lab12 Melto2’s ability to coax the tiniest, most delicate subtleties from every cartridge I tried. It put the Tzar in a tuxedo.

It made the Ortofon 2M Black LVB 250 moving magnet sound like a top-shelf moving coil. It made the Nagaoka MP-200 sound like a Koetsu. It forced all my other phono stages to hide under the bed. At the moment, I can think of no phono stage I’d rather use than the Lab12 Melto2. Bravo, Stratos Vichos.”

-Herb Reichert

“…It seems that the Greek specialists in tube construction have a gift for instilling musicality in their devices, which is at the same time not significantly colored, which can beautifully accompany you through your music collection and reproduce it in a way that is a joy to listen to.

And in addition, despite the simpler appearance, it offers high value, because it does not cost “exotic” money.

The melto1 phono preamplifier… has everything a good phono stage should have – the possibility of sufficient adjustment of the cartridge, clarity, low (actually almost absent) noise and a musical character that slightly smells of “analog”, but is still completely unartificial, natural and, most importantly, fun. Great phono.”

-Daniel Březina

“The LAB12 MELTO 2 phono stage is one of the most unique and sought-after devices in the audiophile world today. Whether you are a vintage enthusiast or a modern technology addict, this device offers a sound experience that manages to combine the depth of classic analog sound with the convenience and precision that the modern era offers…”

“…The MELTO2 is the ideal choice for audiophiles looking for a phono stage with advanced flexibility that allows for individual tuning, and is specifically designed for those looking to upgrade their analog system to the next level. With remote control capabilities, advanced Curve EQ, and perfect integration with LAB12 amplifiers, the MELTO2 delivers a full and accurate listening experience. The device is suitable for record collectors, those who appreciate the vintage sound, and those looking for a clean and detailed modern sound”.

-Lior Vikel

“…The practical breadth of connectivity and various settings will satisfy even the demanding owner of really great turntables and portables, but absolutely everyone will appreciate the reproduction of vinyl records with an amazingly quiet background and carefully controlled, natural-sounding sound that is truly a joy to listen to…  Lab12 melto2 is analog extra class!”

– Daniel Brezina

“The sound quality of the LAB12 melto2 satisfied me in every way in an exceptional way. It provides a neutral and brilliantly clean performance with excellent detail and accurate delivery of the bass band. With its extremely dark sound background for a tube device, even the most subtle nuances of the sound recording can stand out clearly and distinctly.

However, it is not only an excellent gramophone preamplifier from the user’s point of view, but also a great working tool. With its superior input equipment and the possibility of individual equalization of its sound output, it allowed me to extract, I dare say, almost the absolute maximum from each LP. So for someone who is at least a little serious about reading audio information from records, the LAB12 melto2 should be one of the significant alternatives when choosing.”

– Viktor Kubal