REGA Fono MC Phono Stage

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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 […]

 

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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).

Weight 1.50 kg

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Description
  • 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
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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).

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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.

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  • 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.

High rigidity metal frame
• Shielded power supply
• Separated toroidals for analogue and digital
• Rubber insulated aluminium feet
• WBT and Neutrik connectors
• Fully discrete analogue design
• Motorized ALPS blue series volume
control
• Buffer and Gain cards on socket for future
upgrades
• Metal machined remote control
• Trigger signal for link to Monoblock amplifier

THORENS MM-FLEX

The Thorens MM-Flex phono preamp is a high-quality preamplifier with portability in mind. Attach it to any surface with the included velcro adhesive—and better yet, due to its size you can take it with you! The Thorens MM-Flex is ideal for the on the go audiofile who may find themselves in a warehouse, surrounded by a particularly large sound system...for whatever reason.

MM-FLEX FEATURES
  • Compact MM phono preamplifier
  • Attaches to rear of turntable with integrated Velcro strip
  • Can be easily removed and re-fitted without irreversible modification

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

Thorens MM  002 moving-magnet phono preamplifier.

Specifications:

  • Mode: Moving Magnet (MM)
  • Gain at 1 kHz: 40 dB
  • Cartridge matching (input impedance): 47 kOhms + 220 pF fixed
  • Frequency response: 10 Hz - 50 kHz (-3 dB)
  • RIAA curve accuracy: ±0.3 dB max.
  • THD+N: 86 dB
  • Crosstalk: ≧40 dB
  • Input sensitivity: 3.14 mVrms for -10 dBV output (316 mVrms)
  • Max. output voltage: 498 mVrms at 5 mVrms input (1 kHz)
  • Output impedance: 47 Ohms
  • Input connections: 1 pair of RCA sockets (left/right)
  • Output connections: 1 pair of RCA sockets (left/right)
  • Power supply: 24 V DC / 630 mA
  • Power consumption: 3.3 W / 15 mA
  • Weight: 292 g (not including power supply)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 100 x 45 x 93 mm
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