Rega - Brio 3 Solid state integrated amplifier

Rega Brio 3 audiophile integrated stereo amplifier in silver finish, hand-built in Southend-on-Sea, Essex (United Kingdom) by Rega Research (circa 2007–2011). Technically in 100% perfectly functioning condition with crack-free potentiometers and switches; visually in neat condition with light signs of use appropriate to age.

Within Rega's amplifier history, the Brio 3 is regarded as one of the most beloved incarnations of the British brand. In this third generation, Rega moved to the slim, modern 'full-width' aluminium chassis, with a minimalist design at its core: no tone controls, balance knob, or superfluous electronics that could cloud the audio signal, but a very short and direct signal path. Internally, the Brio 3 uses a heavy toroidal transformer with ample current reserve and a high-quality Sanken complementary bipolar output stage, which gives the amplifier considerably more control and dynamic punch than its modest specifications on paper would suggest.

Sonically, the Brio 3 excels in musicality, timing, and rhythmic drive (PRaT: Pace, Rhythm and Timing). The stereo image is open, direct, and engaging, with a smooth midrange that places voices and acoustic instruments exceptionally naturally, combined with tight, melodic bass control. For vinyl enthusiasts, the Brio 3 features a legendary good, low-noise Moving Magnet (MM) phono stage, directly derived from Rega's renowned standalone phono stages. On the rear are solid gold-plated RCA inputs and sturdy speaker terminals.

Specifications
Type: integrated analog stereo amplifier
Model: Rega Brio 3
Color: Silver
Year of manufacture: circa 2007–2011
Continuous power (RMS): 2 x 49 Watts at 8 Ohms (both channels driven)
Continuous power (RMS): 2 x 64 Watts at 4 Ohms (both channels driven)
Power supply: generous toroidal transformer with audiophile-grade smoothing capacitors
Output stage: bipolar Sanken output transistors
Frequency response: 10 Hz – 40,000 Hz
Phono MM sensitivity: 1.7 mV / 47 kOhm (100 pF)
Line input sensitivity (CD, Tuner, Line 1, Tape): 107 mV / 10 kOhm
Phono preamplifier: built-in high-quality class-A MM phono stage
Inputs: Phono (MM), CD, Tuner, Line 1, Tape In
Outputs: Tape Out (RCA L/R)
Speaker outputs: heavy binding posts suitable for 4 mm banana plugs and bare wire
Mains supply: 230 V AC, 50 Hz
Power consumption: approx. 180 Watts
Dimensions (W x H x D): 43.5 x 10.0 x 27.0 cm
Weight: approx. 8 kg
Manufacturer: Rega Research Ltd. (Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom)