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Are you specifically after the original MM/MC version, and does it include the correct power supply? At £69, this is clearly ambitious against 133 comparable listings: the median is £43, with the 75th percentile at £53. Unless it is unusually clean, boxed, or complete, a more convincing price would be around £40–£50; £69 needs a particularly good example to make sense.
That said, the Phono Box remains a worthwhile little stage. It accepts both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, offers sensible 40 dB/60 dB gain, accurate RIAA equalisation, low noise, and a compact external-supply design. It is a useful, uncomplicated upgrade for an amplifier without a phono input, and the dual MM/MC flexibility adds genuine value. At this asking price, though, confirm the exact generation, test both cartridge modes, and make sure the original 18 V supply is included before considering it.
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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