Project Tube Box S Turntable Pre-Amplifier (Black)

Product Information

Hence, the quality of the preamp would become discreet or unnoticeable if any of these connective utilities is of poor quality. Owning a high-end phono preamp would suggest that you might as well use high-quality turntables, amplifiers, and output speakers.

We also recommend this preamp for those into tube rolling and sound shaping. The reason for that is that it’s easy to swap the tubes. So, you can use a wide range of tubes without a hassle. Who Should Get Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2 and Why?So, my experience with this phono stage has been a pretty good one. Albeit subtle, it sounds fantastic and was a step up (no pun intended) from the solid state phono preamp built into my Denon receiver. Only the Tube Box DS2 has trigger input and output. The trigger input connection allows the preamp to be switched on or off from other Pro-Ject products equipped with trigger connections. Cantaloupe Island: An ARP Odyssey synth without any reverb or effects was the first instrument through the speakers. Cleaner, more defined—and dare I say with deeper bass—and texture that somehow seemed to make my subwoofer better get along with my speakers and room.

Also, both S2 and DS2 feature gold-plated RCA inputs and outputs. You’ll find that both of them use an 18V power connection. However, I wouldn’t say it’s an advantage over the DS2. Yes, the DS2 uses operational amps, but the sound quality difference is hardly noticeable with the high-quality components. What’s Better About Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2? On the other hand, the S2 is more favorable in terms of tube-rolling and having a discrete circuit. What Is Pro-Ject Tube Box S2? Are you enjoying the nostalgic beats and sounds from turntables? Yes, they may seem vintage, old-school, and outdated but turntables remain revolutionary in giving a sentimental sound that brings the spirit of the music that touches not only the ears but the heart and soul as well.

Verdict

Knopfler’s Fender seemed to have this percussive bite every time he dug into the strings, yet his tone was so sweet and lush. The expansive reverb started to produce an image I could almost see with my mind’s eye. The image specificity produced as big an improvement as the portrayal of the reverb’s decay. This gave the guitar as well as Knopfler’s voice much better spatial placement and solidity on the soundstage, which made for very involving listening.