Pro-Ject Record Box E — Vinyl, Digitized with Precision Discover the perfect bridge between your vinyl collection and the digital era. The Record Box E from Pro-Ject combines high-quality phono preamplification with an integrated analog-to-digital converter — letting you both listen and archive your records. Whether your goal is pure listening enjoyment or creating digital backups of prized LPs, this unit delivers versatility, fidelity, and elegance in one compact package. Date & Origin The Record Box E is a modern device from Pro-Ject’s “E” / “Record” line, building on their longstanding phono preamp heritage. While Pro-Ject does not publish a discrete “year of manufacture” on their site for each serial unit, the Record Box E is a recent model — its documentation appears in Pro-Ject’s current product line. Pro-Ject Audio Systems, headquartered in Austria (established in 1991), designs in Austria and manufactures in Europe (Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia). Thus, your Record Box E is a modern component (likely from the 2010s or 2020s) — combining contemporary electronics with audiophile intent. Key Features & Highlights Dual MM & MC support: Accepts both Moving Magnet (MM) cartridges and low-output Moving Coil (MC) cartridges. Analog + USB outputs: Standard RCA output for your analog rig and USB digital output to connect to your computer for vinyl digitization. Integrated A/D converter: Utilizes a Burr Brown PCM2904 16-bit delta-sigma converter, enabling 32, 44.1, or 48 kHz sampling rates for digital capture. Low-noise design: The unit is constructed using SMD (surface-mount) components, internal shielding, and an outboard DC power supply — all to reduce interference and noise. Compact & convenient: With small form factor, the Record Box E can sit close to your turntable, minimizing cable runs and preserving signal integrity. Gold-plated connections: RCA input/output jacks are gold-plated for reliable, corrosion-resistant contact. Technical Specifications Here’s a synopsis of the key electrical and performance figures: Parameter Value / Range Input impedance / capacitance MC: 100 Ω ∥ 120 pF; MM: 47 kΩ ∥ 120 pF Gain MM: 40 dB; MC: 60 dB Output voltage (typical, 1 kHz) MM: ~300 mV at 3 mV input; MC: ~300 mV at 0.3 mV input Maximum output ~9.5 V (1 kHz) Noise floor (A-weighted) MM: 94 dB; MC: 75 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) MM: < 0.01 %; MC: < 0.05 % RIAA equalization accuracy ±0.5 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) Sampling rates (digital) 32, 44.1, 48 kHz USB interface 5-pin Mini-B, USB 1.1 protocol, driverless (class-compliant) Power supply External DC supply, 18 V / 500 mA DC Power consumption ~100 mA DC Dimensions (W × H × D) ~120 × 32 × 100 mm (some sources list depth 115 mm including sockets) Weight ~250 g (without power supply) Why It’s a Standout Choice Analog fidelity meets digital convenience: The Record Box E not only gives you the warm, nuanced sound of vinyl — but it also lets you archive your collection via USB, all in one device. Top-tier performance in a compact form: Despite its modest size and price class, it delivers impressively low distortion, strong noise performance, and well-controlled RIAA accuracy. User-friendly & future-proof: Driverless USB compatibility means seamless operation on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems — no fussing with drivers. Elegant design: The compact housing, metal shielding, gold contacts, and minimalist styling reflect Pro-Ject’s audiophile pedigree. Great value: For those looking to upgrade from built-in turntable preamps, or to begin digitizing vinyl, this unit offers features typically reserved for higher-tier gear. Please see detailed photographs for her condition as these form part of the sale of the item as to her condition. Please note that second hand electronic items are not guaranteed. She is sold as working. Please note that we will pack her with our custom double box and bubble wrap system and we pack for the safety of the item not for economy