Pro-Ject Phono Box S2

Product Summary

**CURRENTLY ON BACK-ORDER - NOT IN STOCK AT THE MOMENT**

The Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 is a compact phono stage for customers who want a more serious step up from basic built-in phono circuits without taking up much space in the system. It is designed to bring better detail, stronger dynamics and more cartridge-matching flexibility to a vinyl setup, making it a strong option for customers who want a worthwhile upgrade without moving into much higher price brackets.

A big part of the appeal is the amount of adjustment it offers for such a small unit. The Phono Box S2 works with both MM and MC cartridges, with switchable input impedance, capacitance and four gain settings to help match the phono stage more accurately to your cartridge and system. That makes it especially attractive for customers who want more freedom to fine-tune performance or plan future cartridge upgrades.

It is also built to feel like a proper hi-fi component rather than just a utility box. The aluminium and metal sandwich construction helps protect the circuit from interference and vibration, while the dual mono design and precise RIAA equalisation are aimed at delivering a cleaner, more spacious and more controlled sound. For customers wanting a compact MM/MC phono stage with genuine versatility and strong all-round performance, the Phono Box S2 is an excellent choice.

Key Benefits

• Works with both MM and MC cartridges for broader turntable and cartridge compatibility
• Switchable impedance and capacitance make it easier to match the phono stage more accurately to your cartridge
• Four gain settings help you fine-tune output level to suit the rest of your hi-fi system
• Dual mono configuration is designed to support better channel separation and a more focused stereo image
• Precise RIAA equalisation helps records sound more natural and balanced
• Switchable subsonic filter can help reduce unwanted low-frequency rumble
• Compact size makes it easy to place neatly into smaller hi-fi systems and shelves
• Aluminium and metal sandwich casework helps shield the electronics from interference and vibration
• 2 years manufacturers warranty, extended to 3 years if registered with Pro-Ject within 4 months of purchase

Technical Specifications

Phono Stage Details

• Product Type: MM / MC phono preamplifier
• Input Impedance: 10 ohms / 100 ohms / 1 kohm / 47 kohms
• Input Capacitance: 100 pF / 200 pF / 320 pF / 420 pF
• Gain Settings: 40 dB / 43 dB / 60 dB / 63 dB
• Subsonic Filter: Switchable, -12 dB at 20 Hz
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 85 dB
• THD + N: 0.01% MM / 0.05% MC
• RIAA Accuracy: Less than 0.4 dB / 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Inputs / Outputs: 1 pair RCA connectors
• Power Consumption: 18 V / 85 mA
• Outboard Power Supply: 18 V DC / 500 mA
• Colour Options: Silver or black

Weight & Dimensions

• Dimensions: 10.3 x 3.6 x 11.5 cm (W x H x D)
• Weight: 0.57 kg net

What’s in the Box

• Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 phono preamplifier
• Outboard power supply
• Product documentation