The Phono Box DS3 B is a phono preamplifier that stands out for being equipped with a fully balanced gain stage (hence the “B” in its name).
The second fundamental characteristic of the new Pro-Ject phono preamplifier is a circuitry executed exclusively with discrete components, that is, individual and therefore not integrated into “chips”, in order to obtain a sound that is as natural and dynamic as possible.
The third key design element of the Phono Box DS3 B is the RIAA stage, responsible for processing the signal from the gain stage, passive type and also executed 100% with discrete components.
As a consequence of its internal architecture, the new Pro-Ject includes balanced outputs (via XLR connectors) that are generated by a dedicated stage, allowing you to benefit once again from the symmetrical connection, in this case to the line preamplifier or amplifier. associated.
As for the unbalanced outputs (via RCA connectors), they are also handled by their own dedicated stage, which is fed directly by the RIAA equalization circuitry.
Thanks to this configuration, the user can simultaneously connect two turntables to the Phono Box DS3 B with the relevant gain, load impedance and load capacitance settings memorized.
Characteristics:
- High-performance phono preamp and exceptional quality/price ratio.
- Compatible with MM and MC capsules.
- Completely dual monophonic and balanced circuit topology.
- Balanced gain stage executed with discrete components.
- Passive RIAA equalization section executed with discrete components.
- 6 gain settings (40/45/50/55/60/65 dB).
- Continuously variable adjustment of load impedance.
- 4 input capacitance settings (50, 150, 300 and 400 pF).
- Balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) inputs and outputs.
- Entirely metal construction.
- External switching power supply.
- Signal-to-noise ratio of 111 dB with MM capsules and 91 dB with MC capsules.
- Designed and manufactured entirely in Europe.
- Dimensions: 206 x 72 x 194 mm (W x H x D).
- Weight: 1.48 kg (without power supply).
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