| Content | The Rega Fono Mini A2D is a high quality phono pre-amplifier for use with any moving magnet cartridge. The addition of USB interface allows you to easily transfer vinyl to your PC. The Fono Mini A2D is designed to amplify the signal from a moving magnet cartridge to a suitable level for all line level inputs of an audio amplifier. The new Fono Mini A2D benefits from an extruded aluminium case and very user friendly front and back panels that make this phono pre-amplifier a very easy product to use.
The Fono Mini A2D amplifier offers exceptional performance and incredible value for money and promises to be a valuable addition to any hi-fi set up.
To transfer vinyl to your PC, you will need to install a digital audio editor. Such software is widely available as a free download (such as Audacity), from the internet. This is a simple interface which allows monitoring of volume and balance whilst transferring your audio to your PC hard drive.
Audio editing software includes a level meter which indicates the output level achieved when playing a piece of vinyl. You should adjust the output as necessary via the ‘Level’ control located on the front panel. Always take special note of record levels to ensure optimum recording quality.
This is a cost effective version of the Fono MM and based on the phono amplifier as used in the Brio-R amplifier.
Simply switch on, sit back and enjoy!
- Input sensitivity: 5mV for 500mV output
- Input loading: 47k +100pF
- Maximum input level: 70mV @ 1kHz
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Signal to noise ratio: 78dBA ref 5mV
- Power requirements: 24VAC 85mA
- Input for full scale digital output: 7.5mV
- Dimensions W 102mm x D 125mm x H 30mm
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• MM & MC capable
• True dual mono design
• Balanced XLR & unbalanced RCA In & Outputs
• Fully passive RIAA & DECCA equalisation
• Unique continously variable input impedance loading,
matches every cartridge (adjustment even while playing)
• RCA & XLR In & Out
• Superior low noise / low distortion
• Classy & elegant dip switches
• DC power supply (
• Metal casing protects against vibration and interference
• Faceplate silver or black
| Technical data | Pro-Ject Phono Box RS | | Input impedance | Fixed 10 ohms or 47kohms, | | | variable 10 - 1200 ohms | | Load capacity switchable | 100pF 200pF, 300pF, 420pF, 520pF | | Output impedance | 50 ohms | | Gain, MM / MC | RCA: 40, 50, 60 dB | | | XLR: 46, 56, 66 dB | | Signal to noise ratio | 80dB (91dB - IEC -A) | | THD | | | RIAA accuracy | within 0,3dB/20Hz - 20kHz | | SubsonIc | 20Hz / - 12dB | | Input | RCA & XLR | | Output | RCA & XLR | | Power supply | +2x 18V/300mA DC; 220 - 240V, 50Hz | | Power consumption | 150mA DC | | dimensions W x H x D (T with sockets) | 206 x 72 x 200 (210)mm | | |
2000g without power supply
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Manual/Εγχειρίδιο
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Developed by our engineers, the new Ear benefits from a completely new surface mount PCB layout based on the hugely successful Brio-R amplifier. Exceptional performance is guaranteed with the convenience of independent mute, volume control and multiple connectivity options to integrate perfectly into any users system.
Power Supplies & Noise Reduction
The Ear pushes the Brio-R power amplifier circuit concept to a new level with the use of a low noise, fully regulated, supply. Noise has also been kept to a minimum by the use of an external mains transformer. The Ear exceeds the voltage requirements of IEC 268-15. This along with low output impedance makes it suitable for studio use as well as a hi-fi headphone amplifier. The Ear operates in Class A at normal listening levels.
High Quality Components
The Ear utilises the highest quality components and our engineers’ experience, to achieve the best sonic performance. Utilising the design ideals of the ‘cascaded emitter follower output stage’ with a pair of complementary Darlington output transistors, along with polyester film and Nichicon FG capacitors in critical positions, ensures it is our most advanced performing headphone amplifier to date.
Custom Case
Housed in a compact custom case, the Ear is designed to match the current range of Rega electronics with a matching, high gloss, front facia.The new Ear Headphone amplifier benefits from an all new extruded aluminium case and new styling giving it more of a family feel to match its illustrious big brothers. The Ear simply connects to the tape output of an amplifier via phono leads. The headphones are plugged into the front panel and there is a link socket in case you need your tape output sockets for other use.
Hi Fi News reviews the Rega Ear headphone amplifier:
\'The Rega Ear is lovely, in so many ways. It is beautifully made, stylish and has all the facilities you really need, plus a delightful sound that stirs the soul regardless of whatever music you put through it. Wonderfully expansive and big hearted, it makes listening a pleasure. Tonally it\'s slightly on the warm side, so suits poor quality sources down to the ground - even an iPad sounds good via the Rega!\' - January 2014.
- Maximum output level - 25 load 775mW, 32 load 685mW, 50 load 530mW, 100 load 320mW, 600 load 60mW
- Open circuit voltage 6v
- Input impedance 20K, Gain 28dB
- Frequency response 12Hz to 37kHz
- THD typically 0.003%
- Signal to noise ratio referenced to max output level -100dB (22Hz – 22kHz)
- Maximum Power requirements - 24VAC at 225mA (685mW 32)
- Dimensions: W 178mm x D 155mm x H 45mm.
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The Fono MC is an exceptionally high quality MC phono stage designed to maximise the potential of any MC cartridge. Although specifically to compliment the latest Rega range of moving coils you will find full adjustability for loading is available via dip switches conveniently placed on the rear panel with two different gain settings located on the back panel making the Fono MC compatible with most low output MC cartridges.
The Fono MC has been designed to be effective, easy to use, and above all, to reproduce music. The Fono MC uses the Linear Systems low noise LSK389 FET in an all discrete input stage where low noise and linearity are vitally important to get the best from an MC cartridge. Because of the high input impedance of FET, the loading effects of the amplifier circuit are minuscule and do not affect the performance of the cartridge.
A MUSE operational amplifier is used in the RIAA equalization amplifier. Polypropylene capacitors have been used in the signal path and in the RIAA equalization circuits. There is selectable input loading for both resistance and capacitance along with two different gain settings located on the back panel making the Fono MC compatible with most low output MC cartridges.
The aesthetic design of the Fono MC was as important as the quality of its electrical capabilities, so it benefits from the same aluminium case as the Rega TTPSU and Fono MM amplifier, giving it a design which offers a familiar feel and moreover brings it in line with its illustrious bigger brothers. The new Fono MC circuit resulted from the design work carried out on the Aria phono amplifier.
The Fono disk stage is designed to amplify the signal from a moving coil cartridge to a level which can feed into a 200mV line level input on a standard hi-fi amplifier.
Specifications
Output impedance = 200Ω
Recommended minimum output load resistance = 5K
Frequency response (50KΩ output load) = 13Hz (-3dB) to 100KHz (-0.3dB)
RIAA accuracy (50KΩ output load) = Better than +/-0.2dB 100Hz to 100KHz
Power requirements = 24V AC at 150mA maximum. Only to be used with Rega PS1.
Input sensitivity (for 200mV output)
4 off = 133uV
4 on = 67uV
Input loading resistance
1 and 2 off = 400Ω
1 on = 100Ω
2 on = 150Ω
1 and 2 on = 70Ω
Input loading capacitance
3 off = 1000pF
3 on = 4300pF
Gain (at 1KHz)
4 off = 63.5dB
4 on = 69.5dB
Maximum input level (at 1KHz)
4 off = 6.7mV
4 on = 3.4mV
Load settings for adjustable MC stages
Impedance -100ohm
Capacitance - 1000pF
Gain setting - High (\'On\' position for Rega phono stages)
Fono MC dip switches settings (factory set at Rega for Rega MC models). |
The new Fono MM phono stage has been designed to be effective, easy to use, and above all, to reproduce music. The Fono MM uses a fully discrete, cascaded, complementary amplifier input stage, a configuration designed to optimise the performance of your moving magnet cartridge. Now housed in a brand new redesigned case to match the new Fono MC and Rega\'s latest range of electronic components offering a modern and sleek look guranteed to integrate in to any hi-fi system.
The new MK3 Fono MM replaces the multi award winning MK2 model which won
WHAT HI-FI? Best Phono stage in its price category 2014,2015 & 2016.
The RIAA equalization has been split into two stages to minimise interaction. Polyester capacitors have been used in the signal path and polypropylene capacitors are used in the RIAA equalization circuits.
The aesthetic design of the Fono MM was as important as the quality of its electrical capabilities, so it benefits from the same aluminium case as the Rega TTPSU and Fono MC amplifier, giving it a design which offers a familiar feel and moreover brings it in line with its illustrious bigger brothers.
Specifications
Input sensitivity = 1.7mV for 200mV output
Input loading = 47KΩ in parallel with 100pF
Maximum input level = 60mV at 1KHz
Gain = 41.4dB at 1KHz
Output impedance = 200Ω
Recommended minimum output load resistance = 5KΩ
Frequency response (50KΩ output load) = 15Hz (-3dB) to 100KHz (-0.2dB)
RIAA accuracy (50KΩ output load) = better than +/-0.2dB 100Hz to 100KHz
Power requirements = 24V AC at 80mA maximum.
Only to be used with Rega PS1.
| Phono preamplifier with A/D converter and USB output
Record Box E: Pure vinyl listening pleasure plus recording functionality!
Record Box E is an high-quality phono preamplifier, that offers the possibility to convert your valuable vinyls into computer music data. Record Box E accepts both MM & MC cartridges and gives audiophile music experience at an entry level price. The integrated A/D converter operates with Windows and MAC operating systems and connects via USB to your computer. Therefore your valuable vinyl collection can be digitised, especially for use in portable music players. Advanced circuitry and SMD construction keep noise and distortion at a surprisingly low level. A built-in internal shielding and an outboard DC power supply leave no risk for external interference. Because of its small casing, Record Box E can be placed near the turntable. Input and output sockets are gold-plated for preservation of quality. Record Box E can be connected easily to a line-input (AUX etc) of your amplifier.
- Amplification and RIAA equalisation for MM & MC
- Design principle inspired by Dr. Sykora
- Digitalisation of vinyl for recording direct to USB with suitable recording programs
- Automatic recognition, no additional drivers needed
- Runs on Windows®, Mac OS® & Linux operating systems
- SMD circuitry with special low noise components
- Internal metal shielding
- Small size allows installation close to record player
- Gold plated RCA connection sockets
- Outboard power supply included
- Black or White casing
| Input capacitance/input impedance |
MC: 100 ohms/120 pF (low output MC) MM: 47kohms/120 pF (MM or high output MC) |
| Gain, MM / MC |
40 dB / 60 dB |
| Output voltage typically |
300 mV/1 kHz bei 3 mV/1 kHz (MM) oder 0.3 mV/1 kHz (MC) |
| Max. output |
9,5 V (1 kHz) |
| Noise floor MM / MC |
94 dB (A weighted) / 75 dB (A weighted) |
| THD MM / MC |
<0,01% / <0,05% |
| RIAA-equalisation curve accuracy |
20 Hz - 20 kHz / max. 0.5 dB |
| A/D converter |
Burr Brown PCM2904 16-Bit Delta Sigma |
| Sampling rates |
32, 44,1 and 48 kHz |
| USB output |
5 pin Mini b Buchse |
| USB signal |
digital serial data protocol USB 1.1 |
| Operating systems |
Windows XP®, Windows Vista®, Windows 7®, Windows 8®, Mac OS, Linux |
| Input / Line output |
1 pair RCA/Cinch sockets each |
| Outboard power supply |
18 V / 500 mA DC, suitable for your country's mains supply |
| Power consumption |
100 mA DC |
| Dimensions W x H x D (D with sockets) |
120 x 32 x 100 (115) mm |
| Weight |
250g without power supply |
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