Préamplificateur phono Pro-Ject MM DC

This compact unit is the new entry-level phono preamplifier from the Austrian manufacturer. Despite its affordable price, Pro-Ject did not design this MM DC phono preamplifier on a shoestring budget.

Pro-Ject MM DC: Chassis

The unit is constructed from a metal that is resistant to vibrations and completely immune to electromagnetic interference. Its dual-mono internal architecture utilizes ultra-low-noise audio integrated circuits.

The RCA connectors are gold-plated.

Pro-Ject MM DC: Power Supply

Like the entire new Pro-Ject lineup, this MM DC phono stage is powered by a new 18-volt direct current (DC) power supply. It is considered “green” because its power consumption is less than 1 watt in standby mode.

Pro-Ject MM DC: Compatibility

For cost reasons, it is compatible only with moving-magnet cartridges.

It is specifically designed for entry-level turntables such as the Essential and the Debut, or equivalent models from competing manufacturers such as Thorens, NAD, Dual, and others. It is also designed to be paired with hi-fi or video amplifiers that lack a phono input.

The Pro-Ject MM DC phono preamplifier is also available as a bundle with the Pro-Ject Essential manual turntable and the Audioquest Evergreen interconnect cable (1 m): Pro-Ject Essential Starter Bundle.

Pro-Ject MM DC: Review and Listening Impressions

The sound is dynamic and transparent and holds its own against the phono stages typically found in entry-level and mid-range amplifiers.

A product with no competition in this price range!

FAQ: Everything you need to know before buying the Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC phono preamp

Is this phono preamp compatible with MC cartridges?

No, for cost reasons the Pro-Ject MM DC is compatible only with moving-magnet (MM) cartridges; it is rather intended for entry-level turntables such as the Essential or the Debut, or for Hi-Fi/video amplifiers lacking a phono input. Despite its affordable price, Pro-Ject did not design this MM DC phono preamp on the cheap. The Pro-Ject MM DC phono preamp is also available as a pack with the Pro-Ject Essential manual turntable and the Audioquest Evergreen interconnect cable (1 m): Pro-Ject Essential Starter Pack. The sound is dynamic and transparent and has nothing to envy in the phono stages found as standard in entry- and mid-range amplifiers.

Which power supply does this preamp use?

It receives an 18V DC "green" power supply, with consumption below 1 watt on standby, like the whole new Pro-Ject range. This little box is the new entry-level preamplifier offered by the Austrian maker. It is intended particularly for affordable turntables such as the Essential and the Debut, or the equivalents from rival makers such as Thorens, Nad, Dual. It is also designed to be paired with hi-fi or video amplifiers lacking a phono input.

Is this preamp available in a pack with a turntable?

Yes, there is a Pro-Ject Essential Starter Pack that combines this MM DC preamp, the Pro-Ject Essential manual turntable and a 1-metre Audioquest Evergreen interconnect cable. A product without rival in this range. This little box is the new entry-level preamplifier offered by the Austrian maker. Despite its affordable price, Pro-Ject did not design this MM DC phono preamp on the cheap.

What kind of system is it for?

It is designed for entry-level turntables and for amplifiers that lack a dedicated phono input. It thus makes it easy to connect a turntable to a system that does not have one.