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PREOWNED – FULLY TESTED – BLACK – COMPLETE AND IN GREAT CONDITION
The Pro-Ject Phono Box S2 Ultra is a high-performance, fully discrete Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) phono preamplifier. It features an op-amp-free design, audiophile-grade polystyrene capacitors, and split RIAA equalization.
Key Specifications and Features
• Cartridge Compatibility: Supports both MM and MC cartridges via flexible internal settings.
• Input Impedance: Switchable to 10Ω, 100Ω, 1,000Ω, or 47kΩ.
• Input Capacitance: Switchable to 100pF or 220pF.
• Gain Levels: Four adjustable settings (40dB, 43dB, 60dB, and 63dB).
• Subsonic Filter: Switchable -18 dB @ 20Hz filter to block low-frequency rumble.
• Build: Dual-mono circuit layout housed in a solid metal aluminum-and-steel chassis to reject electromagnetic interference.
Should you jump on it at US$250, or hold out for a better entry? Against your recent comp set, it’s above the 75th percentile of US$210, so this reads ambitious rather than fair; I’d want a cleaner price or included extras before calling it a buy.
That said, this is a respected phono stage for the money: quiet, well-built, and genuinely easy to live with, with enough resolution and punch to let a good cartridge show its strengths. If it’s truly clean, comes with the original PSU/accessories, and the seller can confirm normal operation, the upside is mainly convenience and confidence — but at this ask, you’re paying a premium that should buy you a notably nicer condition or a stronger bundle.
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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