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- #192,060 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
- #14 in Home Audio Phono Preamps
- #81 in Audio Component Preamplifiers
Product Description
Phono Box DC MM/MC: For pure vinyl listening pleasure!
Many amplifiers do not have a specific phono cartridge input
Phono Box is an ideal phono preamplifier for these hifi system and accepts both MM and MC cartridges.
Small size for installation near record player
Compatible with moving magnet and moving coil phono cartridges
Output stage with ultra-low impedance
Dual-mono circuitry for optimal channel separation
Preamplifier for MM or MC with switch on rear panel
External power supply for reduced noise and interference
Provides only line-level inputs
Flexible phono stage for interfacing a turntable to a preamplifier, integrated amplifier, or receiver
Low noise, lose distortion and a flat RIAA equalization
Deliver high-fidelity performance for both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges.
Classic colors!
Faceplate available in black and silver.
G8RED
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025
Once in a while an electronic item is purchased and it does not work. You never think it is defective so we spent two days troubleshooting the cord set up and everything else. The great thing is Amazon has such a simple and convenient return/replacement policy. We did it and got the replacement and hooked it up and it worked flawlessly. This happens rarely but it happens and it shows that Pro-ject audio makes a fantastic preamp product and allows for a quick/easy replacement. We have been using it now for about a week and it sounds terrific. I would 100% recommend Pro-ject to anyone who needs a preamp.
Cimino Jean-François
Reviewed in Belgium on January 4, 2025
Excellent préampli. Rien à redire, une vraie amélioration pour ma platine Sony LX310BT dont le préamplificateur intégré était un peu faiblard.
Rickie
Reviewed in Italy on January 14, 2025
Ho cambiato la testina del mio giradischi passando da una MM (AT-VMN95SH) ad una MC (AT33PTG II) e avevo bisogno di un preamplificatore esterno che mi desse questa possibilità. Con questo aparecchio è bastato un clic per passare da una tipologia all'altra senza alcun probema. Non si sentono rumori, ronzii o fruscii e il mio piccolo upgrade è risultato emozionante. Suono pulitissimo a tutti i volumi, ricco di dettagli nuovi. Stupendo. Dato il minimo ingombro l'ho posizionato in verticale sulla schiena del mobile del giradischi così non si vede nemmeno. Promosso.
ChrisLJ
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
A hefty little well made unit, which seems to be well worth the cost. I've only used it with an Audio-Technica AT-VM95ML moving magnet cartridge but it has adequate gain and sounds good. Although it's not as versatile as my Pro-Ject Phono Box DS3 B phono preamp which I use with a moving coil in my primary system, it gets the job done at a much more moderate price. I'm highly satisfied.
Gforce E..
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2024
I went from a Nad yes it was older PP seriesNew I needed an upgrade but didn't expect ( what I was missing)this is a true performer when associated with a great TT associated Rega , Dennon MC
Gary Burger
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2024
I connected my vintage turntable to my Sonos system and it sounds great.
Craig B.
Reviewed in Canada on January 1, 2024
First my equipment. A Dual 1245 tt with a Grado Prestige Black cart. plugged into a Pioneer VSX 9700S A/V receiver. I did my comparison listening through Audio Technica ATH-M30x headphones. I listened to Metallica and Andreas Vollenweider LPs only because each offers such different listening experiences.I went back and forth using the Pro-Ject and the receivers built in pre amp many times with both LPs just to make sure I was actually hearing a difference. And I'm so pleased to say that there is a definite difference.With the Metallica LP the crash cymbals where sharper and everything else was cleaner sounding. With the Andreas LP it felt like I was hearing a more accurate plucking of strings and with both LPs the sounds were so much wider in my head which is what I think is meant by a wider soundstage.The Pro-Ject itself has a solid metal casing and quite heavy for its size but I'm thinking its because we are so used to everything being plastic now and manufactured you know where. This thing is actually European made in Austria and considering my 1977 Dual turntable was made in Germany and still works great I'm thinking I'll probably be enjoying this Pro-Ject for quite some time, plus its added some life to my turntable which has saved me some bucks not buying a new one.It's a keeper for me.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024
Not bad for starters, little noisy at more than half levels, but something to expect at the price level. Will do it for now while waiting for custom preamp, can’t wait to compare.Update 04/30/2024 removed ground wire all together and voila No more static noise!
D. Glez
Reviewed in Mexico on March 21, 2023
Comparado con el pre phono incluido en mi integrado Audiolab, este pre de phono es más claro, con mejor nitidez. Físicamente es pequeño pero robusto. No tuve problemas de ruido. No me gusta que no tiene switch de encendido/apagado. Fuera de esto último, lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Just Josh
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2022
This preamp gives you nice, clean sound without breaking the bank and is built around a minimalist yet functional design featuring an all metal enclosure. Simply connect your RCA cables from your turntable and out to your amp (or, in my case a Sonos Port), connect a ground cable between the preamp and your turntable, and then plug it into power. It’s always on and ready to receive the signal from your turntable. There’s no power light or anything distracting on the front so it will easily blend into your setup without attracting unwanted attention. This is a very basic setup with no adjustments other than a push button on the back that let’s you switch between moving magnet and moving coil cartridges so you do have some flexibility if you want to explore moving coil cartridges in the future (or if you already have one of course). Performance is fantastic with crystal clear sound and no noticeable hiss or other sound floor effects. Plug it in and forget about it.
R. Castellanos Jr.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2020
About a year ago, I got back into vinyl by setting up an old turntable with a pair of studio monitors. Since I wasn't using a receiver, I had to get a separate pre-amp to go between the turntable and the monitors.I started with a $25 no-name preamp. It was terrible — harsh, thin sound that was awful to listen to. That one went back immediately.Then I bought the $25 Beringer pre-amp. It sounded much better than the no-name — much warmer and richer — but it had some weird electrical issues. Every time I plugged it in, my speakers made an awful popping sound. They would also make a harsh click when I shut the entire system off. They only made the harsh popping and clicking when I used them with the Beringer pre-amp and I didn't get any of that when plugging in digital sources. After a year of this, I felt that the Beringer was potentially harming my speakers over the long term. I've come to deeply appreciate my studio monitors and I don't want to damage them over time. Out went the Beringer.I browsed for a better preamp went with this $100 Pro-ject over the ~$75 Pro-jects because I liked the magnet/coil switch on the back. That gives me flexibility to try different cartridge types in the future, which means I'm less likely to have to replace this preamp in the future. I also appreciated the solid build quality and lack of LEDs. It seemed like a no-fuss piece of equipment so I went for it.I've had it playing in my system for about a week now and, in short, this thing is wonderful!It doesn't have any of the weird popping and clicking that the cheap Beringer did, and that's a relief as it's the main reason I upgraded. But also... it sounds FANTASTIC. I was expecting somewhat of an improvement in sound quality, but wow — I didn't think a better preamp would this much of a difference! The sound is cleaner, much more detailed, seems to have a bit more range to it, and individual instruments are easier to make out. The bass feels much more controlled, and the sound goes in my ears more smoothly (if that makes any sense). The most striking difference is in drums — drums sound much closer to what you hear when you out and listen to live music.This preamp sounds fantastic and I don't see myself needing to replace it again in the future. I'm sure there are better preamps out there if you're willing to spend more money, but I also doubt there's as much of a difference between this preamp and the more expensive ones as there is between the cheap Beringer and this one. This is where the buck stops for me, and in the world of audio, there's a lot to be said for that. If you're looking for quality audio without delving into the whole "audiophile" world, I think this preamp is a great way to go.
Michael L. Hall
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2019
When I resurrected my old Pioneer PL-115D turntable to connect to my new Sonos amp, I purchased an inexpensive preamp to see if the turntable and cartridge it still worked. The sound was surprisingly good, but I suspected there might be room for improvement with a higher quality preamp. So I did some research, and this one from Pro-Ject seemed a good bet for the money. As other reviewers have noted, the quality of the design and manufacture is excellent, and the fact that it will work with just about any cartridge should I decide to upgrade to a different turntable later is a strong plus. I wondered if I would actually detect an improvement in the sound of my turntable and vintage Ortofon cartridge, and was pleasantly surprised as soon as I played one of my favorite classical albums. The sound quality is much fuller, clearer, and sounds superior at lower volumes. This is not exactly a budget preamp, but it doesn't break the bank either. At this price point it seems an excellent choice and definitely worth the money. It's a great fit with my new Sonos amp and PolkAudio speakers.
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