Reddit mentions of Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC Phonograph Preamplifier,Black

Just got a new Project Debut 3 SE and a accompanying Pro-Ject Phono Box MM Amplifier. My problem is that, i can now hear a humming noise in the left speaker, where i couldn't hear one with my old turntable which had a internal pre amp. What can i do, if anything, to fix this issue?

Here are a few to consider:
BEHRINGER MICROPHONO PP400 http://amzn.com/B000H2BC4E
BEHRINGER U-PHONO UFO202 http://amzn.com/B002GHBYZ0
Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box MM http://amzn.com/B000YEK1AQ
Little Bear Tube valve Phono Turntable RIAA MM Preamp preamplifier amplifier Ver2.2 http://amzn.com/B00H0FIGUO

I use a Pro-Ject Phone Box MM ($79). I'm really happy with it. I've heard a ton of good thing about the Schiit Mani ($129). I'm tempted to upgrade.

Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC Phonograph Preamplifier,Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1XvVBbRC11VXF

Schiit Mani
http://www.schiit.com/products/mani

Under $100 is no problem!

Take a look at either the Pro-Ject Phono Box, or the U-Turn Pluto. Both are nice products, will pair well with the RP2, and won't kill your wallet.

Out of the ones I've seen recommended in this sub:

> "I just need something."

• ART DJPREII - $49
  
  > "I want something decent."
  
  
• Pro-Ject Phono Box MM - $79
  
• U-Turn Pluto - $99
  
  > "I want something really good."
  
  
• Pro-Ject Phono Box - $129
  
• Schiit Mani - $129
  
• Emotiva Audio XPS-1 - $179
  
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  I've personally had my eye on a Schiit Mani but might save up for a Tube Box S. I play guitar so anything tube kinda draws me in. I still need to mod the preamp out of my LP120 so I don't fully know how well my Klipsch's preamp is performing. If it's good enough then I can save up for the Tube Box S.

What would be the difference between these Phono Preamps? They all vary in price, and I've seen them all talked about on this sub, and I've researched review sites/videos on Google and YouTube, etc. And I really can't find someone saying one or the other is clearly better. There's just so many preamps I see that are recommended, and I keep asking questions in this thread to get a better idea so that I can purchase one.

Schiit Mani -- http://schiit.com/products/mani

Music Fidelity V90 LPS -- https://www.amazon.com/Musical-Fidelity-V90-LPS-Phono-Preamp/dp/B00E5BY9SO/ref=sr_1_2?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1475180747&sr=1-2&keywords=schiit+mani

Rolls VP29 --https://www.amazon.com/rolls-VP29-Phono-Preamp/dp/B0002BG2R2/ref=sr_1_6?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1475183493&sr=8-6&keywords=bellari+phono

Pro-Ject Phono Box MM -- https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1475183640&sr=1-2&keywords=project+phono

Hackerman Bugle 2 -- https://hagerman-audio-labs.myshopify.com/products/bugle2

Pro-Ject Phono-Box S -- https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Audio-Phono-preamplifier-Silver/dp/B007I961IQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475184602&sr=8-1&keywords=project+phono+preamp+s

These are all phono preamps that I've seen that are pretty popular on the Internet and on forums, reddit, etc, but I don't know the difference between all of these. If it helps, I just purchased a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon DC and I already have Audioengine 5 speakers.

For budget, I'd want to stick between $100 and $200, but I'm willing to go to $250.

Take a look at the ART DJPRE II or the Pro-Ject Phono Box MM. I don't have experience with either of those, but they are pretty popular.

There's absolutely no need to buy a used record player. I burned myself buying a used one when I started. Anyhow. I'd spend most of that money on a turntable, so you have a good solid base to build upon in the future. A Pro-Ject Debut Carbon is juuuust within budget. Amazon It's quite a serious turntable actually. It has a carbon arm and a 2M Red cartridge, which itself can be easily upgraded to a 2M Blue in the future. Maybe you could find a good used Phono Box MM to go with that. I have one on my RPM 1 Carbon and I'm quite happy with it, despite usually being fairly reasonable. Having said that.. it's surprisingly expensive on Amazon in the UK, but they can be found on eBay. I'm afraid you just have to work with what you already got when it comes to speakers or headphones. Otherwise, a Essential may be a cheaper alternative. Amazon

Looking to get my first setup, would greatly appreciate feedback in case there's something I've missed, or somewhere I've been dumb!

I live in an area in the UK where shipping sucks wang, so looking to get everything from amazon.co.uk where possible.

Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007XTE6YW/

Speakers: Wharfedale Diamond 9.1 https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002WJAQY2/

Amp: Pro-Ject Phono Box MM Amplifier https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000YEK1AQ/

Does this look reasonable?

Well second hand you can get something really cool, otherwise most likely something like this Pro-Ject, this pre-amp and if you can squeeze in extra 25 I definitely recommend these speakers. These speakers are usually way more and they are really good, giving you the ability to control audio trough them and also using headphones if you want to.

Now I started with a Pro-Ject and am bit biased on them. But I also think they have some real benefits over Regas basic models and the U turn. The Pro-Ject comes with Ortofons OM-10 that is a great cartridge in its own right and it can easily be upgraded with replacing the stylus with a higher quality one. They also have some adjustments available over the rega.

Looking at possible options for new Phono Preamp under $350. Have my eyes on the Vincent Pho-8and the Mobile Fidelity StuidoPhono. Alternatively, was also looking at this cambridge unit. Thoughts, comments, or suggestions? I'm currently using a Pro-Ject Phono Box MM. Thanks....

Hey-o,

I've got a setup question:
Will a pro-ject debut Carbon connect to Klipsch R-15PM speakers a Klipsch Reference subwoofer with the pro-ject phono preamp

Any advice is appreciated for speakers to go with this turntable! Thanks!

Most switch-mode power supplies are universal voltage, but if you feel that's a bit of a risk, you could consider this.

Never used one of these but seems like it would fit the bill:

https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ

Hi, I need some advice with hooking up speakers to my turntable.

I'm very new to all of this and I've only brought my turntable so far. This is because I'm not entirely sure whether I need to buy a preamp and an integrated amplifier, or just one of these. I think I need the integrated amplifier regardless, and the preamp will make it sound even better but is optional. Am I correct with this or not at all?

Anyway, the turntable I have is a Denon-DP300F and I'm looking to buy a pair of Misson LX-2 speakers. I was also looking to buy a
Denon PMA520AE Integrated Amplifier with a Pro-Ject Phono Box MM Amplifier - where I would connect the two red and white cables from my turntable into the Pro-Ject Phono Box preamp, then connect that to the integrated amplifier, and then connect it to the speakers. Excuse my most likely horrible wording/terms.

Is this the correct way to go about this? Is the preamp I'm looking at buying optional or compulsory? Do I just need the integrated amplifier and not the phono box preamp?

I really, really appreciate any feedback on this because I've been reading this sub and researching everywhere and I can't find a definite answer that makes me confident about making these purchases. Thank you!

Amazon! Currently sitting at 79 bucks. Plug it in, then forget it's there. I love it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000YEK1AQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468219092&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=Project+phono+box&dpPl=1&dpID=41Ht5HbMwxL&ref=plSrch

I'm a broke college student myself hahahaha well, i brought the LP120 but regretted it. It's cheaper than the one i think it's the best right now. The Pro-Ject is the best entry level one right now, crushing even more expensive turntables. You will also need this (or other, if you have a favourite) phono preamp.


Is a bit more expensive than the LP120 that already has a built-in phono preamp with line output, but if you search online, you'll see that the antiskating doesn't work properly. The internal preamp has a muddy sound and people tend to remove it. It's bulky and quite heavy.


If you don't understand what some thinks i mentioned is, just ask.

Hi, I bought myself a Pro-Ject Essential.
Tried it on my amp I had at home Yamaha HTR-3066 but it didn't work so I added a Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC but it's still not working.

Can I play my turntable on this Amp if so how ?

http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Audio-Phono-Pre-amplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1449203058&sr=8-11&keywords=phono+preamp

I hear good things about this guy. https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ

Anyone else have suggestions?

So, with my pro-ject debut carbon, I could just use a pre-amp? like this [one] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=nav_timeline_asin?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1) . And i could just hook my speakers to this?

Soooo, if I understand correct, I could buy this:


Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC Phonograph Preamplifier,Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_m3cXDbXB0TS7P

Then run 3’ (or maybe 6’?) cables to it, and then 6’ cables from that to the receiver?

Thanks a lot!

I've got my eye on this one - http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Audio-Phono-Pre-amplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1412301953&sr=8-8&keywords=phono+preamp

$125 is probably my price ceiling.

Turntable > phono stage preamp > sound bar will work. The soundbar has an amplifier inside it, self powered.

What was your cost on the Pro-Ject Essential II?

For the reason everyone uses separate stereo speakers see, Why You Shouldn't Buy a Soundbar and Why you shouldn't buy a soundbar, with actual justification.

Different phono stages will have different sound signatures and different levels of sound quality.

I recommend the Schitt Mani, $99 B-stock.

If you have to go lower budget, Music Hall Mini $59 open box demo or Pro-Ject Phono Box MM DC $65.

you just need a phono preamp and maybe a source selector to switch between the turn table and whatever other source you would want. The JBL's have a built in amp.

here is a phono preamp

here is a source selector

https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ

Will this be a decent pre-amp? Really not sure what to look for... any suggestions around that price point?

I recommend going external because you can switch pre amps if you’d like in the future. With a built in pre amp you are tied to that one forever. I see no problem with the pre amp you listed but I’ll give you a link to the one I use as well. https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1518986226&sr=8-3&keywords=project+phono+box

Although you can bypass it if you’d like with the U-Turn.

I got the Pro-Ject phono stage one step down from that (linked here) and it was a huge upgrade over the (failing) internal phone stage of my vintage Technics receiver. Let us know how it sounds once you fire it up.

Yes, indeed - my question was regarding the case if I end up buying an LP120 (because it's the one I'm eyeing right now). Now I got from another thread that my HT-R330 wouldnt do the job as for preamp and I've looked into preamps (there are SO MANY models!) and found this one. Would you recommend it for a "beginner setup"? Reviews in general seems quite positive and I'm not looking into getting a >1k$ setup for now.

If not the LP120, I'm also looking into a Project Debut Carbon DC - I'll have to wait a little more as TT are hella pricey in Canada, but from what I read the Project seems to be worth the wait over the LP120.

Pro-Ject Phono Box MM Preamp

Surround Sound Speakers Z506 Speakers

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC) Turntable

Hey there, I want to get a turntable but I'm not sure if I should get a dedicated pre amp + amp or a receiver.

I'm going with a Pro-ject Debut Carbon and I'm considering the following options for pre amp + amp / receiver:

• Onkyo A9010 receiver
  
• Pro-Ject Phono Box MM Amplifier + Magni 3 amp
  
  pre-amp + amp combo is cheaper, but then I wouldn't be able to plug speakers in the future (which I might buy eventually). Currently I only own a pair of DT 990 pro, so the Magni would serve me well.
  
  Would I get better sound from the Onkyo or the pre-amp + amp?

I disagree - I've got the Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box MM, it's 99 bucks, and sounds fantastic!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YEK1AQ/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Uuqiub0Z7YYY6