Pro-Ject Phono BoxS2 MM/MC PhonoPreamplifier

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 - MM/MC Phono Preamplifier sets new standards for entry-level phono stages, delivering exceptional sound quality, precision, and versatility at an affordable price.

Overview

The Phono Box S2 is the successor to the acclaimed Phono Box S, enhancing its predecessor’s renowned sonic performance and versatility. Featuring incredible micro-details, dynamic range, and an expansive soundstage typically found in higher-end models, the S2 offers audiophile-grade sound in a compact design. Its aluminium/metal sandwich housing not only provides a sleek aesthetic but also effectively shields against electromagnetic interference and vibrations, ensuring an undisturbed listening experience.

Adjustable switches on the bottom allow fine-tuning to match any MM or MC cartridge, making it highly adaptable to your audio setup. Recognised by many hi-fi magazines as the best entry-level phono stage, the Phono Box S2 continues to set new benchmarks in its price category.

Key Features

• Audiophile performance with precise RIAA equalisation
• Dual mono configuration for improved channel separation
• Audiophile-grade amplification modules and polypropylene WIMA capacitors
• Switchable subsonic filter (-12 dB @ 20 Hz) to reduce rumble
• Switchable input impedance and capacitance for cartridge compatibility
• Four adjustable gain levels (40 dB, 43 dB, 60 dB, 63 dB)
• Available in silver or black finish
• Compact and robust aluminium/metal sandwich housing

Specifications

• Input impedance: 10 Ohm / 100 Ohm / 1 kOhm / 47 kOhm
• Input capacitance: 100 pF / 200 pF / 320 pF / 420 pF
• Gain switch: 40 dB / 43 dB / 60 dB / 63 dB
• Subsonic filter: -12 dB @ 20 Hz (switchable)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 85 dB
• THD+N: 0.01% (MM) / 0.05% (MC)
• RIAA accuracy: < 0.4 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
• Input/Output connectors: 1 pair RCA connectors
• Power consumption: 18 V / 85 mA
• Power supply: External 18 V DC / 500 mA
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 103 x 36 x 115 mm
• Weight: 570 g
• Faceplate colour: Silver or black