Pro-Ject Phono Box MM
Condition Report
Score: 4 / 5 Excellent
Extremely clean. Shows only minimal, subtle signs of use.
- ✓ Mains Cable
- ✓ User Manual
This unit has been tested, cleaned and packed for its next owner by Reece.
Product Overview & Specifications
The Pro-Ject Phono Box MM is a compact, entry-level moving magnet (MM) phono preamplifier designed to convert phono signals to line-level outputs with audiophile accuracy. Housed in a small, shielded metal chassis with a discrete industrial aesthetic, the Phono Box MM can be easily positioned adjacent to a turntable or integrated seamlessly into an existing Hi-Fi audio rack without taking up valuable space.
Engineered around dual-mono internal circuitry and special low-noise ICs, the Phono Box MM delivers optimal channel separation while keeping total harmonic distortion under 0.04%. An external 18V DC power supply isolates sensitive internal amplification stages from AC mains noise, while gold-plated RCA input and output connectors ensure pristine signal transfer for budding vinyl enthusiasts.
KEY FEATURES & SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS
- MM Cartridge Optimization: Specifically calibrated to provide 40 dB of gain and precise RIAA equalization for moving magnet (MM) cartridges.
- Shielded Metal Chassis: Compact, heavy-duty metal enclosure protects sensitive internal electronics from electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.
- Dual-Mono Circuit Topology: Independent left and right channel architecture utilizes specialized low-noise ICs for superior channel separation and low noise floor.
- Outboard Power Supply: External 18V DC power adapter eliminates mains transformer hum and electrical interference from the audio signal path.
- Gold-Plated RCA Connectivity: Features corrosion-resistant, gold-plated RCA input and output jacks for reliable signal transmission.
- Ultra-Compact Footprint: Minimalist design allows placement directly next to a turntable for short, low-capacitance cable runs.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Moving Magnet (MM) Phono Preamplifier |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Pro-Ject Audio Systems |
| Model Designation | Phono Box MM |
| Supported Cartridge Type | Moving Magnet (MM) Only |
| Input Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Input Capacitance | 120 pF |
| Preamplifier Gain | 40 dB |
| Output Voltage | 500 mV @ 1 kHz (with 5 mV @ 1 kHz input) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Noise Floor) | 88 dB (A-Weighted) |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.04% |
| RIAA Equalization Curve Accuracy | 20 Hz – 20 kHz / Max 0.5 dB deviation |
| Audio Inputs / Outputs | 1x Gold-Plated Stereo RCA Input Pair | 1x Gold-Plated Stereo RCA Output Pair |
| External Power Supply | 18V / 500mA DC (Power Consumption: 20mA DC) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 107 x 30 x 65 mm (107 x 30 x 75 mm including RCA sockets) |
| Net Weight | 280 g (0.62 lbs) |

