Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2 Phono Preamplifier

Description

Tube Box DS2

This precision tube phono preamplifier benefits from outstanding circuit technology from Dr. Sykora and uses high-quality components. Compatible with both MM and MC cartridges. It offers connection for two turntables plus two selectable line outputs and a continuously variable selection of input impedance for low output MC cartridges while playing a record! Other features include input capacitance for MM cartridges and switchable subsonic, that prevents your amplifier and speakers of ultra low rumble below 20Hz. All components including tube output and polypropylene capacitors are audiophile-grade and guarantee a breathtaking sound experience. A perfect upgrade for ambitious vinyl lovers!

Features

• Suitable for MM and MC cartridges
• Precise RIAA equalisation
• Ultra low noise circuitry
• Selection between 2 phono inputs & 2 line outputs
• Dual mono circuitry for optimized channel separation
• Selectable input impedance (for MC: fix or variable)
• Selectable input capacitance (for MM)
• Selectable subsonic filter
• Gold-plated RCA in & outputs
• Sandwich alu/metal casing protects from vibrations and electromagnetic interference
• Finishes: silver or black, with/without wooden side panels (rosewood, walnut, eucalyptus)

Specifications

• Tube assembly: 2x ECC83 (12AX7)
• Input impedance: Variable 10-1000 Ohm, fix 47 kOhm
• Capacitance (MM): 100 / 220 / 320 pF
• Gain MM / MC: 40 / 45 / 50 / 60 / 65 dB
• Output voltage: 500 mV/1kHz at 5mV/1kHz (at 40dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 88 dBA
• THD: < 0.04%
• RIAA curve accuracy: +/- 0.2dB/20Hz – 20kHz
• Subsonic filter: 20Hz @ 12dB/octave
• Inputs: 2 x RCA phono
  
• Outputs: 2 x RCA line
• Power supply: 18V/1000mA DC; 220 – 240V, 50Hz
• Power consumption: 490mA DC / < 0.5 Watt Standby
• Dimension W x H x D: 206 x 91 x 227 mm
• Weight: 1500 g without power supply

For another Pro-Ject tube based phono stage Try Tube Box S

For a review on this phono Box DS2 go to Soundstage