Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

MM and MC phono preamplifier
Adjustable gain
Adjustable load and capacity
Aluminium case

Know more

Manufacturer : PRO-JECT

179,00 €

In stock
Shipped within 3 to 5 working days Available within 1 or 2 weeks

+ -

Need help ?
  • An attentive team

  • Quality products

  • Secure and fast shipping

  • No overcharged 3x payment from 1000€

Description

This Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier is the newer version of one of the biggest success of the Austrian manufacturer, the Pro-Ject Phono Box S phono preamplifier.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2: casing

At first sight, there is nothing different. However, one that has an eye for detail can immediately remark that the chassis has been changed. Indeed, the previous version had a brushed aluminium front panel mounted on a black steel chassis. The Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier has an anodized chassis made out of an aluminium piece. Besides its “high end” aspect, this “case” provides a better shielding of the device against radio waves and electromagnetic disturbances.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

The internal architecture is totally double mono, which makes it possible to obtain a more precise stereo reproduction and soundstage.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2: front panel and back panel

The front panel also has an elegant blue micro-led and an on/off push button.

On the back panel of the Phono Box S2, there are the usual gold plated RCA inputs/outputs and a knob for the connection of the mass. There is also a push button enabling the implementation of the subsonic filter (20Hz with 12dB/octave).

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2: settings

Under the device, 8 switches appear in each of the 2 windows. These enable to adjust with precision, and for each of the channels, the gain, capacitance, and resistance so that these are in perfect accordance with the type and model of the phono cartridge used.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

This optimization is essential in order to obtain all the potential out of your cartridge. The components used are higher end range and the RIAA equalization is even better.

The Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamp is totally configurable, this is completely new in this price range. It has 4 adjustable gains, 4 load resistance, and 4 load capacitance which enable it to be combined with 95% of MM cartridges and 80% of MC cartridges. Of course, you can’t expect this Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier to do “everything”. For example, combining it with a MC cartridge that costs more than 500 euros would be unrealistic.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2: power supply

The Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier is powered by an external power supply which supplies a direct current of 18 V. There is no need for a rectifying circuit or filter circuit and therefore there is a better signal-to-noise ratio as well as a better transparency.

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2: listening and review

This new Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier is certainly the best phono preamplifier under 150 euros!

And for multiple obvious reasons: it is neutral, dynamic, balanced, and silent. Its musicality has nothing to envy of products that cost twice as much.

At the price it is offered, the Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier is certainly a great deal. Highly recommended!    


Franck

Compatibility: MM and MC

Load capacitance: 100, 200, 320, 420 pF

Load resistance: 40, 43, 60, 63 dB

MM and MC gains: 40, 43, 60, 63 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio: MM 86 dB (94 dB weighted), MC 68 dB (75 dB weighted)

Distortion at 40 and 43 dB: 0,01 %

Distortion at 60 and 63 dB: 0,05 %

RIAA equalization: 20Hz - 20kHz / max. 0,4 dB

Subsonic filter: 20Hz with 12dB/octave

Input: 1 per RCA set

Output: 1 per RCA set

Power supply: separated 18v DC / 500mA

Consumption: 85 mA, < 1w in standby

Dimensions: 103 x 37 x 119 mm

Weight: 340 g without power supply

Customer reviews
(14 reviews)

Customer reviews

5/5
03/09/2023

Mytaylor

Très bon préampli phono, excellent rapport qualité-prix. Il y a sûrement encore mieux mais plus cher. Investissement très raisonnable

01/06/2023

L'avant et l'après

Associé à une platine projet classique avec cellule Ortofon MC quintet Red, que du bonheur à écouter Bach. Le piano envahit tous l'espace, on est plongé au centre du concert.
Un excellent pour produit accessible qui booste votre installation hi-fi
Catherine dS

08/20/2022

QUEL SON !!!

ASSOCIE A MA PLATINE PROJECT DEDUT CARBON PIANO BLACK JE REDECOUVRE MES VINYLS. ENCORE EN RODAGE AVEC MON NOUVEAU AMPLI PIER AUDIO MS480SE QUE JE VIENS AUSSI D ACHETER SUR CE SITE. JE VOIS UNE DIFFERENCE PAR RAPPORT A MON ANCIENNE INSTALLATION : SON DETAIL RESTITUTION . RIEN A REDIRE

03/23/2022

Impressionnant !

Une fois installé (cellule Ortofon 2M Blue avec le Câble de modulation MPL C-1), premier essai avec "Hey girl" des Temptations. Grosse claque au niveau de la dynamique, du grain des voix (soliste et chœurs) et de la définition. Je vais redécouvrir ma discothèque ! Merci aussi pour les conseils au téléphone, équipe accueillante et compétente.

+ Read all reviews

Write a review

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier

MM and MC phono preamplifier
Adjustable gain
Adjustable load and capacity
Aluminium case

Our tips & advice