Pro-Ject PHONO BOX DS3 B
The Phono Box DS3 B is a dual-mono, fully discrete moving magnet and moving coil phono stage with balanced inputs and outputs. With a host of customisable features, it offers exceptional value for money and brings a notable upgrade to any mid-/high-end analogue hi-fi system.
PHONO BOX DS3 B
The Phono Box DS3 B is a dual-mono, fully discrete moving magnet and moving coil phono stage with balanced inputs and outputs. With a host of customisable features, it offers exceptional value for money and brings a notable upgrade to any mid-/high-end analogue hi-fi system.
THE INPUTS
As the Phono Box DS3 B is equipped with both balanced XLR inputs and outputs, it is also part of Pro-Ject’s True Balanced Connections concept. Connect your turntable via the 5-pin mini XLR cable or standard XLR cables and enjoy the benefits of the new True Balanced Connection, your analogue system can benefit from increased dynamics, less noise and improved signal-to-noise ratios.
THE OUTPUTS
Elsewhere in the Phono Box DS3 B design, the fully-passive and discrete RIAA equalisation stage is optimised for absolute accuracy and signal integrity. Depending on the outputs you are using, this stage is then either directly fed to a fully discrete output stage (when using RCA outputs) or is connected to a fully discrete balancing stage for onward balanced connections.
NEW TECHNOLOGY INSIDE
The Phono Box DS3 B incorporates a true, fully balanced gain stage design. Whether you're using a single-ended RCA or balanced connection, both times the fully symmetrical gain stage can optimise the signal-to-noise ratios, feeding the fully passive and discrete RIAA equalisation stage with the cleanest signal to work its magic on. Entirely split passive equalisation allows for better impedance matching and lower deviation from the ideal RIAA curve.
ACCESSORIES AND VARIATIONS
The Phono Box DS3 B is finished in a steel chassis, covered by silver or black aluminium panels, for extreme rigidity and good electrical isolation. The neat minimalist aesthetic can be further enhanced by the addition of retro-inspired, magnetically installed wooden side panels (available separately). It also features an external power adapter, to keep the sensitive internal signals free from any interferences.
Pro-Ject PHONO BOX DS3 B
Input impedance 10-47 kOhm Capacitance 100/220 and 320pF Gain 40/45/50/60/65 dB Output voltage 500mV @ 1kHz (at 5mV input voltage @ 1kHz) Noise floor - 80 dB V THD+N < 0.02% THD 0.0008% RIAA equalisation curve accuracy Within 0.5dB/20Hz - 20kHz Inputs 1 pair RCA Outputs 1 pair RCA Power supply 18V/500mA DC; 110 - 240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption 100 mA DC, < 1 Watt standby Dimensions W x H x D 206 x 71 x 194 mm (Alu) 240 x 72 x 194 mm (Wood) Weight 1320 g (Alu) without power supply 1770 g (Wood) without power supply


