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PREOWNED – FULLY TESTED – BLACK – COMPLETE AND IN GOOD CONDITION
The Pro-Ject Pre Box DS2 Analogue is an audiophile stereo preamplifier featuring five line-level RCA inputs paired with a highly efficient, high-performance circuit topology. It features a capacitor-free audio signal path and single-ended Class A configuration outputs.
Audio Performance
• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz (-0.3dB / -0dB)
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.00035%
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 113dB (20Hz – 20kHz)
• Noise Floor: -90dB / -95dB (A-weighted)
• Gain: 13dB / 19dB switchable (+6dB boost option)
• Input Impedance: 10 kOhm
• Output Voltage: 1V at 1kHz (typical)
Connectivity & Control
• Analogue Inputs: 5x Line In (Stereo RCA pairs)
• Analogue Outputs: 1x Fixed Line Out (RCA), 1x Variable Line Out (RCA), 1x Mono Subwoofer Out (RCA)
• Trigger Support: 12V DC input and output via 2-pole 2.5mm co-axial jack
Power & Dimensions
• Power Supply: 18V / 1000mA DC outboard power adapter
• Power Consumption: 120mA – 220mA DC
• Aluminium Casing Dimensions: 206 x 71 x 220 mm (W x H x D)
• Aluminium Weight: 1430 g (without power supply)
At US$500, this sits right on the median of your recent comp set, with the same as the 25th percentile and well below the 75th percentile of US$601. That makes it a fair ask rather than a bargain, but still squarely in the zone where a buyer can move confidently if the unit is clean and complete.
The DS2 line is generally well regarded for a quiet, resolving phono stage with a proper sense of scale and easy day-to-day usability, so a tidy example at US$500 is a sensible buy for someone who wants a step up without chasing boutique pricing. At this level, the real value is condition: confirm the PSU is included, the gain/loading settings work properly, and there’s no hum, channel imbalance, or flaky switchgear.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems traces its roots to 1991 in Austria's Weinviertel region, north of Vienna, where founder Heinz Lichtenegger launched the brand amid the CD revolution. Kicked out of music school as a youth, Lichtenegger channeled his passion for analog sound into affordable, high-quality turntables at a time when vinyl seemed obsolete. His debut Pro-Ject 1, hand-assembled in the Czech Republic, earned rave reviews as a top high-end device, igniting a success story that relocated headquarters to Vienna before returning to Mistelbach in Lower Austria.
The brand excels in turntables, establishing itself as the world's largest and leading producer in that category, while expanding into a full spectrum of hi-fi components since 2000. Offerings include amplifiers, DACs, headphone amps, speakers, cables, and phono stages, all emphasizing essential sound reproduction with durable materials and minimalist design. Manufacturing remains European—primarily in Czechia, Slovakia, and Germany—prioritizing sustainability through local sourcing, short transport, and products built for longevity.
Pro-Ject holds a commanding niche as the go-to for mid-tier audiophiles seeking boutique European craftsmanship without extravagant pricing. Distributed in over 80 countries, it appeals to vinyl revivalists and discerning buyers who value analog purity, innovation, and value-driven performance over flashy excess, cementing its reputation as a pioneer in accessible high-fidelity.
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