Fosi Audio Box X5 Phono Preamp for Turntable, Mini Preamplifier Home Audio for MM & MC Cartridge Turntable/Phonograph Record Player/Active Speakers, 4-Level Adjustable Gain 38/48/56/66 Db with RCA
Fosi Audio Box X5 Phono Preamp for Turntable, Mini Preamplifier Home Audio for MM & MC Cartridge Turntable/Phonograph Record Player/Active Speakers, 4-Level Adjustable Gain 38/48/56/66 Db with RCA
- High Performance: The BOX X5 phono preamp is compatible with both MM and MC cartridges, featuring 4 gain settings and an excellent precise RIAA equalization to provide a clean, direct pass-through of a signal when paired with your turntable.
- Audiophile-Grade Components: This preamp utilizes a variety of materials such as 2% Precision Polyester Film Capacitors, Green Sleeve Copper Lead Audio Capacitors, 0.1% High-Precision Film Resistors, OPA1612 Op-Amp, Gold-Plated RCA Jacks, and more. It picks up subtle and finite detail produced from it and delivers a truly warm and inviting sound.
- Multiple Gain Settings: With 4-Level gain adjustment settings of 38/48/56/66dB, the preamplifier accommodates both MM & MC cartridge types, meeting a variety of needs. This enhances your phono stage and helps in rebuilding the vintage stereo sound.
- Mini and Exquisite: It's built around a minimalist yet functional design featuring an all-aluminum alloy chassis. When paired with the V3 stereo amplifier, the BOX X5 can bring out the best in your vinyl playback, enhancing its frequency response and dynamic performance.
- User Friendly Design: It has an easy-to-use one-touch power button, gain control, and a convenient toggle switch to switch between MC and MM cartridges. In addition, the grounding port ensures that the connection is secure.
Product Description
MM&MC Cartridges Support
Fosi Audio BOX X5 Mini Phono Preamp
It supports MM and MC cartridges, provides 4-level gain adjustment, and provides RIAA equalization accuracy.
Embrace the Vintage Charm of Vinyl with Modern Precision
Supporting MM/MC cartridges, BOX X5 is compatible with most turntables, along with 4 adjustable gain levels of 38/48/56/66 dB. It utilizes high-precision capacitors and resistors, ensuring minimal noise for audio purity. Intuitive RCA terminals achieve a plug-and-play experience.
- Input: MM/MC RCA; Output: RCA
- SNR≥92dB; THD≤0.009%
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz(±0.015dB)
- Input Voltage: AC 16V
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Accurate RIAA Equalization
Ensuring clarity and detail in every note for a rich listening experience.
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Audiophile-Grade Components
Carefully selected top-tier components are dedicated to crafting extraordinary sound quality.
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Please use the power adapter included with the product to avoid improper operation or damage.
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Replace with DIP8 dual discrete op-amps, meeting your pursuit of a personalized audio experience.
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Connection and Usage Diagram
Plug-and-play convenience, ensuring optimal performance for easy setup.
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Is it mandatory to connect the turntable’s ground wire to the BOX X5’s ground terminal?
Grounding is recommended to avoid rattling during use.
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Can the BOX X5 be used as a regular preamp?
The BOX X5 is a phono preamp with a higher amplification gain than a regular preamp, thus it is not suitable for use as a standard preamp.
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How to power on and off to prevent any thumping sounds that could damage the equipment?
Power On: Turn on the turntable, then the BOX X5, followed by the amplifier.
Power Off: Turn off the amplifier, then the BOX X5, and finally the turntable.
Comparison
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 27 | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,712 | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,422 | 4.3 out of 5 stars 176 | 4.1 out of 5 stars 718 | 4.3 out of 5 stars 284 | 4.6 out of 5 stars 43 |
| Price | $159.99$159.99 | $85.99$85.99 | $39.99$39.99 | $76.49$76.49 | $79.95$79.95 | $129.96$129.96 | $79.99$79.99 |
| Type | Phono Preamp for MM&MC | Phono Preamp with Vacumm Tubes | Phono Preamp | Phono Preamp with Vacumm Tubes | Phono Preamp with Vacumm Tubes | Preamp + Headphone Amp | 5.0 CH Headphone Amp |
| Input | MM/MC RCA | RCA+3.5mm AUX | RCA | Blueooth + AUX + RCA | RCA+3.5mm AUX | Bluetooth + RCA | 3.5mm AUX |
| Output | RCA | RCA | RCA+3.5mm AUX | RCA | RCA+3.5mm AUX | RCA + 3.5mm Headphone + AUX | 3.5mm Headphone*5 |
| Treble & Bass Control | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
| THD | ≤ 0.009% | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.08% | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.02% | 0.001% |
| SNR | ≥ 92dB | ≥ 98dB | ≥ 70dB | ≥ 98dB | ≥ 70dB | ≥ 103dB | 105db |
| Power Adapter | 16V/1A | 12V/1A | 12V/1A | 12V/1A | 12V/1A | 12V/1.5A | 12V/1A |
- Item Weight: 1.14 kg
- Item Model Number: BOX X5
- Country of origin: China
- Package Dimensions: 25.5 x 20.1 x 7.4 cm; 1.14 kg
- Manufacturer: Fosi Audio
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