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Reddit mentions of Rega - Fono Mini A2D MM Phono Preamp & USB A/D Converter
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We found 6 Reddit mentions of Rega - Fono Mini A2D MM Phono Preamp & USB A/D Converter. Here are the top ones.
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MM Phono Preamp with a USB output, connects directly to your computerConverts analog signals to USBMakes it a snap to convert your records into high-resolution digital audioUser-friendly front and back panelsCompact size
Specs:
| Height | 2.5 Inches |
| Length | 10 Inches |
| Weight | 0.22 Pounds |
| Width | 7 Inches |
My Rega P1 is is plugged into a " Rega - Fono Mini A2D MM Phono Preamp & USB A/D Converter ", then fed to my laptop so I can record records as I listen. I run those through Audacity to clean audio, save as a Flac file and upload to Google Music. I'll either listen with a set of Bose desktop speakers, or through Soundheiser open ear headphones (which is the better experience in my case). And because it's on Google Music, I can hear my records anywhere! Next best thing to hearing the actual record.
Audioengine A5+ are self powered speakers with a built in amplifier. You need to add a phono stage preamp.
Add a Rega Fono Mini A2D $147 between the A5+ and the turntable. Or the lower budget ART DJ Pre II $65 and the popular Schiit Mani $129 or also manufacturer direct Hagerman Bugle3 $189. If you DIY, Muffsy DIY Phono Kits.
The Kanto YU6 $399 have a built in phono preamp. On the back, see the phono input with the phono/line switch.
Or a stereo receiver with a phono input ONKYO TX-8220 $129. If also using the speakers with a TV, an AV receiver with 4K HDMI switching and a phono input, DENON AVR-S740H 7.2-Ch $249. Either with a pair of passive bookshelf speakers, 5.25" Infinity Reference 152 $139 for example. The optionally upgrade to a better external phono preamp later.
Home Audio Guides: Intro to home stereo systems • What is a Phono Preamp? | Audio Advice • Introduction to Audio Components • Zeos Tutorials, Diagrams and Videos • r/audiophile Guide to Home Audio • AverageJoeAudiophile's Guide
Speaker Positioning: How to position your speakers for great sound and Speaker Placement for Stereo Music Listening.
Speaker Stands: Size to get speaker tweeter at ear height from your seated listening position. Affordable Dayton Audio SSMB24 or Monoprice Glass. Sturdy 4 column Pangea Audio DS400 Heavy Duty Speaker Stands or 3 column Pangea Audio LS300 All Steel Speaker Stands can both be filled with lead shot, sand or kitty litter.
I've had this phono preamp recommended. After that I need a cartridge and some from of audio interface I think. Is a receiver a cost effective option or would I be better off with just an audio interface? Also what cartridge would you recommend?
if I get something like this http://www.amazon.com/REGA-FONOMMAD2-FONO-MINI-A2D/dp/B006GE9XQQ rega fono mini, do I still need an additional pre amp? if I understand correctly, a phono pre/ phono stage converts the phono signal (?) into a line out signal. do I always need a separate pre amp to also amplify the signal, or is there something I can buy that will do both of these? sorry if these are stupid questions, but I am having a hard time figuring this out
Try checking this thing out.
Edit: I see that the rega was mentioned below. I believe this will match your needs.
No, you can't simply connect the RCA cable to the turntable and the crack, phono voltage out is below 'line level' amounts.
To mirror what /u/andrews013 said, yes the aune is probably the weakest point of your stack. If you want to improve your setup, sell the Aune, buy a proper phono pre-amp such as:
TCC TC-750
Rega Fono Mini (which does have a USB output)
Bugle2
or several others & for dac suggestions I'd probably go with either a Schiit Modi, Henry Audio DAC or JDSLabs Standalone ODAC,