$499.00 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- In combination with a MC cartridge allows for a true balanced system removing hum and noise
- New steel & aluminum chassis bring very high rigidity and effective isolation from interference.
- Gain stage uses a fully discrete and symmetrical layout with no integrated circuits for the best sound quality
- MM & MC capable for maximum compatibility right out of the box
- 5-pin mini XLR balanced input and balanced XLR output
Description
The Phono Box S3 B is a high-quality phono preamplifier designed to enhance your vinyl listening experience. Its balanced and discrete circuitry ensures superior sound quality making it an essential component for audiophiles seeking to elevate their analog audio systems.
Features
•Balanced Connections for True High-Fidelity Sound
•Discrete Circuitry for Enhanced Audio Detail
•Semi-Passive RIAA Equalization
•Wide Cartridge Compatibility
•Robust Elegant Build Quality
Enhanced Design and Build Quality Housed in a new larger steel and aluminum chassis the Phono Box S3 B offers increased rigidity and effective isolation from external interference. Available in silver and black finishes it seamlessly integrates into any hi-fi setup.
Balanced Connections for Superior Sound The 'B' in Phono Box S3 B stands for 'Balanced.' It supports balanced connections allowing you to upgrade to true balanced operation with a moving coil (MC) cartridge on most Pro-Ject turntables. Balanced transmissions utilize both hot and cold (positive and negative) signals effectively carrying identical musical information. A true balanced gain stage extracts the final musical details from these signals while minimizing hum and noise a technique commonly used in professional recording studios.
Discrete Circuitry for High-Fidelity Audio The gain stage of the Phono Box S3 B features a fully discrete layout meaning it is composed of individual electronic components rather than integrated circuits. This design choice though more costly and time-consuming results in superior sound quality providing a more authentic and detailed audio reproduction.
Semi-Passive RIAA Equalization After processing the balanced signals independently they are combined and sent through a semi-passive RIAA equalization stage. Maintaining a fully symmetrical gain stage optimizes the signal-to-noise ratio and minimizes interference ensuring the equalization section receives an optimal signal for precise audio reproduction.
Versatile Compatibility and User-Friendly Features The Phono Box S3 B is compatible with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges offering flexibility for various turntable setups. It provides adjustable settings to accommodate different cartridge types and includes aluminum buttons for easy operation.
What's in the Box
•Phono Box S3 B Balanced Discrete MM/MC Phono Preamp
•Power cord
•Manual
Specifications
•Input impedance: 10 50 100 1k 47k ohms
•Input capacitance: 50 150 300 400pF
•Gain (+6dB using XLR Out): 40 45 60 65dB
•SNR MM (40dB): 103dBV 110dBV (‘A’ weighted)
•SNR MC (60dB): 85dBV 90dBV (‘A’ weighted)
•THD at 1kHz: 0.001% MM 0.005% MC
•THD (20Hz-20kHz): 0.008% MM 0.01% MC
•RIAA equalization curve accuracy: 0.3dB / 20Hz-20kHz
•Subsonic filter: at 20Hz with 18dB/octave
•Input: 1x 5-pin mini XLR / 1x pair RCA phono sockets
•Line-level output: 1x pair RCA 1x pair XLR
•Power supply DC: 18V/500mA
•Power consumption: 18V/170mA DC 0.5W in standby
•Dimensions: 8.11" x 2.16" x 6.02" (6.45" with sockets)
•Weight: 2.05 lbs without power supply
Features
•Balanced Connections for True High-Fidelity Sound
•Discrete Circuitry for Enhanced Audio Detail
•Semi-Passive RIAA Equalization
•Wide Cartridge Compatibility
•Robust Elegant Build Quality
Enhanced Design and Build Quality Housed in a new larger steel and aluminum chassis the Phono Box S3 B offers increased rigidity and effective isolation from external interference. Available in silver and black finishes it seamlessly integrates into any hi-fi setup.
Balanced Connections for Superior Sound The 'B' in Phono Box S3 B stands for 'Balanced.' It supports balanced connections allowing you to upgrade to true balanced operation with a moving coil (MC) cartridge on most Pro-Ject turntables. Balanced transmissions utilize both hot and cold (positive and negative) signals effectively carrying identical musical information. A true balanced gain stage extracts the final musical details from these signals while minimizing hum and noise a technique commonly used in professional recording studios.
Discrete Circuitry for High-Fidelity Audio The gain stage of the Phono Box S3 B features a fully discrete layout meaning it is composed of individual electronic components rather than integrated circuits. This design choice though more costly and time-consuming results in superior sound quality providing a more authentic and detailed audio reproduction.
Semi-Passive RIAA Equalization After processing the balanced signals independently they are combined and sent through a semi-passive RIAA equalization stage. Maintaining a fully symmetrical gain stage optimizes the signal-to-noise ratio and minimizes interference ensuring the equalization section receives an optimal signal for precise audio reproduction.
Versatile Compatibility and User-Friendly Features The Phono Box S3 B is compatible with both moving magnet (MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges offering flexibility for various turntable setups. It provides adjustable settings to accommodate different cartridge types and includes aluminum buttons for easy operation.
What's in the Box
•Phono Box S3 B Balanced Discrete MM/MC Phono Preamp
•Power cord
•Manual
Specifications
•Input impedance: 10 50 100 1k 47k ohms
•Input capacitance: 50 150 300 400pF
•Gain (+6dB using XLR Out): 40 45 60 65dB
•SNR MM (40dB): 103dBV 110dBV (‘A’ weighted)
•SNR MC (60dB): 85dBV 90dBV (‘A’ weighted)
•THD at 1kHz: 0.001% MM 0.005% MC
•THD (20Hz-20kHz): 0.008% MM 0.01% MC
•RIAA equalization curve accuracy: 0.3dB / 20Hz-20kHz
•Subsonic filter: at 20Hz with 18dB/octave
•Input: 1x 5-pin mini XLR / 1x pair RCA phono sockets
•Line-level output: 1x pair RCA 1x pair XLR
•Power supply DC: 18V/500mA
•Power consumption: 18V/170mA DC 0.5W in standby
•Dimensions: 8.11" x 2.16" x 6.02" (6.45" with sockets)
•Weight: 2.05 lbs without power supply
TCIN: 1002576592
UPC: 9120097829283
Origin: made in the USA or imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 5 inches length x 13 inches width x 12 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 3.2 pounds
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