--- product_id: 47976890 title: "Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs" brand: "pro-ject" price: "NZ$245" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Pro Ject" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47976890-pro-ject-phono-box-mm-phono-preamplifier-with-metal-case store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Ultra low standby power <1W DC supply Gold-plated RCA connectors for pristine signal Dual-mono circuitry for optimal channel separation Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs **Brand:** pro-ject **Price:** NZ$245 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎵 Elevate your vinyl vibe—because your records deserve the best spin! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs by pro-ject - **How much does it cost?** NZ$245 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47976890-pro-ject-phono-box-mm-phono-preamplifier-with-metal-case) ## Best For - pro-ject enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pro-ject brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Eco-smart power:** Consumes less than 1 watt in standby mode, combining performance with energy efficiency. - • **Compact & Convenient:** Small footprint lets you place it right next to your turntable—no clutter, just pure sound. - • **Audiophile-grade clarity:** Dual-mono design ensures crystal-clear stereo separation for immersive vinyl playback. - • **Universal MM compatibility:** Seamlessly supports all Moving Magnet cartridges, perfect for entry-level to mid-tier turntables. - • **Interference-free listening:** Robust metal casing and low-noise ICs shield your music from unwanted vibrations and electromagnetic noise. ## Overview The Pro-Ject Phono Box MM is a precision-engineered phono preamplifier designed for Moving Magnet cartridges, featuring dual-mono circuitry for superior channel separation, gold-plated RCA connectors for optimal signal integrity, and a compact metal case that minimizes interference. Its low-power DC supply (<1 watt standby) makes it an eco-friendly choice, perfect for audiophiles seeking to upgrade any amplifier lacking a dedicated phono input. ## Description Product Description Good sound from sound technology Today, many amplifiers do not have a specific phono cartridge input. Phono Box MM is an ideal phono preamplifier for these hifi systems. Phono Box MM accepts MM and high-output MC cartridges and offers an audiophile music experience at an entry-level budget. Advanced circuitry keeps noise and distortion at a surprisingly low level. The metal case shielding and an outboard DC power supply leave no risk for external interference. Because of its small casing, Phono Box MM can be placed near the turntable. Input and output sockets are gold-plated for preservation of quality. Phono Box MM can be connected easily to a line-input (AUX etc) of your amplifier. Key Features Amplification and RIAA equalisation for MM and High-Output MC cartridges Metal case shields the electronics from vibrational and electromagnetic interference Special low-noise ICs used Optimal channel separation through dual-mono circuitry Gold plated RCA connection sockets DC power supply (< 1 watt standby power) Small size allows installation close to record player Technical data Review: Project phono box - Excellent and cost effective way to put vinyl records back in your life if your amp does not have a turntable (phono) input. It simply pre amplifies the turntable output to the level suitable for any line level (cd, dvd, tuner, etc) source. Has a binding post for the earthing lead some turntables require (ie my 32 yr old dual CS505). Sound quality is fine and exactly what I remember from using the turntable through previous amplifiers. It also works well with my new Rega turntable. Thoroughly recommended! PS only suitably for moving magnet, (MM), cartridges, which is what all budget to £1000 turntables are supplied with. You would expect to use something far more esoteric if you had a moving coil cartridge anyway. Review: Transformed playing records through my aged amplifier. - Fixed the problem with my old nad amplifier’s phono stage. After a period of channels cutting out and general sound problems, I found out that I could bypass the phono input and just buy a good phono box and feed it through a line in input, which was all the other rca inputs apart from phono! Pro Ject phono box MM to the rescue. It’s lightweight, and connects with two rca jacks and an earth wire. It’s transformed the sound, better than I remember the inbuilt nad phono stage sounding. Do yourself a favour if you’ve got an old analogue amp with dodgy phono, get this reasonably priced box to give it a new lease of life. You probably have a spare line in if you have an old hi fi amplifier as in the olden days manufacturers actually gave you more than one or two line inputs! Sturdy build too with metal case for less or no interference. Best situated away from the amp to preclude hum as standard practice. No rca cable included so may need to purchase separately. ## Features - Phono Stage for Moving Magnet Cartridge - Gold plated RCA connection sockets - Optimal channel separation through dual-mono circuitry - Small size allows installation close to record player - DC power supply (< 1 watt standby power) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000YEK1AQ | | Best Sellers Rank | 7,394 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 3 in Home Audio Preamplifiers | | Brand | Pro-Ject | | Country Of Origin | Slovakia | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,127 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 09120007685480, 09120035827166 | | Item Dimensions | 10.7 x 7.5 x 3 centimetres | | Item Weight | 0.62 Pounds | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 10.7 x 7.5 x 3 centimetres | | Manufacturer | Pro-Ject Audio Systems | | Manufacturer Part Number | Phono Box MM DC Black | | Model Number | Phono Box MM DC Black | | Mounting Type | Freestanding | | Mounting type | Freestanding | | Number of Channels | 2 | | Number of channels | 2 | | Number of items | 1 | | UPC | 844682003627 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Pro-Ject - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 09120007685480, 09120035827166 - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 10.7 x 7.5 x 3 centimetres - **Manufacturer:** Pro-Ject Audio Systems - **UPC:** 844682003627 ## Images ![Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vP1qf2dML.jpg) ![Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71b9xB6GqcL.jpg) ![Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71saoDDrKbL.jpg) ![Pro-Ject Phono Box MM, Phono preamplifier with metal case and special low-noise ICs - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611TGaMGRrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Want to connect pro-ject vt to Sonos play 5, is this what I need?** A: Yes, this will allow you to connect your turntable to a Sonos Play 5. You'll just need a 2 RCA to 3.5 jack cable to run from the pre-amp to the play 5. **Q: Will this connect to the 5 pin tape input in a 1970's decca sound turntable?** A: The input/output connectors on this pre-amplifier are RCA Phono. If you have a 5 pin DIN output on your turntable you would need a cable with 5 pin DIN at one end and Phono on the other. If you can source one of these then it should work. **Q: Can I use an Aux cable with this?** A: Hello Nolan, Thanks for the enquiry, you would generally use an AUX cable/phono cable/RCA cable to connect this into an AMP or HIFI. The cable from the turntable is generally fitted to the deck. Any further questions please let us know. Kind Regards, Sales **Q: what is the output of the amp?** A: My understanding is that the amp does not have any output it simply converts the signal from a turntable to one which your current amplifier can then read, therefore you will get the normal performance from your existing amplifier. Mine works well. Hope this helps. J. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Project phono box *by J***O on 30 August 2013* Excellent and cost effective way to put vinyl records back in your life if your amp does not have a turntable (phono) input. It simply pre amplifies the turntable output to the level suitable for any line level (cd, dvd, tuner, etc) source. Has a binding post for the earthing lead some turntables require (ie my 32 yr old dual CS505). Sound quality is fine and exactly what I remember from using the turntable through previous amplifiers. It also works well with my new Rega turntable. Thoroughly recommended! PS only suitably for moving magnet, (MM), cartridges, which is what all budget to £1000 turntables are supplied with. You would expect to use something far more esoteric if you had a moving coil cartridge anyway. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Transformed playing records through my aged amplifier. *by E***L on 11 July 2026* Fixed the problem with my old nad amplifier’s phono stage. After a period of channels cutting out and general sound problems, I found out that I could bypass the phono input and just buy a good phono box and feed it through a line in input, which was all the other rca inputs apart from phono! Pro Ject phono box MM to the rescue. It’s lightweight, and connects with two rca jacks and an earth wire. It’s transformed the sound, better than I remember the inbuilt nad phono stage sounding. Do yourself a favour if you’ve got an old analogue amp with dodgy phono, get this reasonably priced box to give it a new lease of life. You probably have a spare line in if you have an old hi fi amplifier as in the olden days manufacturers actually gave you more than one or two line inputs! Sturdy build too with metal case for less or no interference. Best situated away from the amp to preclude hum as standard practice. No rca cable included so may need to purchase separately. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple Excellence *by M***P on 29 May 2014* I bought this unit based on reading the excellent reviews (avoiding the cheaper units available as advised) to transfer my vinyl to digital having unsuccessfully tried several routes involving USB soundcards PCs etc. I bought this together with a Roland R05 digital recorder, connected my Pioneer 512 fitted with Ortofon FF15e via good quality cables to the R05 and Instant success!! The sheer quality of this pre-amp (no hum or interference; superb S/N ration) gives a clear signal perfect as the line input for the R05. As the R05 can record directly to Mp3 job done with outstanding results. I would give this 10 stars if I could! ## Frequently Bought Together - Pro-Ject Audio - Phono Box MM - MM Phono Pre-amplifier - Black - Monoprice 1.5ft Premium 2 RCA Plug/2 RCA Plug M/M 22AWG Cable - Black - Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO, Audiophile Turntable with Carbon Fiber tonearm, Electronic Speed Selection and pre-Mounted Sumiko Rainier Phono Cartridge (Satin Walnut) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47976890-pro-ject-phono-box-mm-phono-preamplifier-with-metal-case](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/47976890-pro-ject-phono-box-mm-phono-preamplifier-with-metal-case) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-08-09*