Pro-Ject launches Stereo Box E & Accompanying Bundles
Since the late 1990s, Pro-Ject Audio Systems, the Austrian analogue audio specialists, have also been producing a range of affordable electronics that deliver a high-end feature set. Spanning phono stages, DACs, streamers, CD players and amplifiers, the “Box Design” range provides great stand-alone solutions as well as extensive opportunities to build bespoke system configurations that fit into a surprisingly compact footprint.
One of the most enduringly popular models within Pro-Ject’s electronics range is the MaiA integrated amplifier, which combines extensive connectivity with a warm, tube-like sound. Today, Pro-Ject are announcing an affordable solution that enters the range beneath the MaiA S3.
The Stereo Box E (UK SRP £249.00, USD $349.00) draws heavily on the MaiA S3 design, featuring an amplifier module with a sound that’s inspired by the superior model’s output. It also boasts a built-in DAC and phono stage, as well as a headphone amplifier and aptX HD capable Bluetooth streaming input, resulting in a full-feature solution that sounds unbelievable for the price.
Stereo Box E features include:
- Compact integrated amplifier design with musically engaging sound quality
- Analogue volume control with motor-driven potentiometer
- Three (3) analogue inputs, three (3) digital inputs and Bluetooth streaming input
- USB-C output, to power modern compact streamers
- Isolated speaker outputs, and Subwoofer output
- Built-in headphone amplifier
- Premium build-quality, with heavy duty steel case and brushed aluminium front panel
- Control it 1 system remote control included
- Available in Black or Silver finish
- Hi-Fi Stereo SET solutions also available
Stereo Set E1
The Stereo Set E1 combines the Stereo Box E with the matching E1 turntable and a pair of Speaker Box 5E speakers for a ready-to-play turntable-based system that’s easy to expand as you wish to add other sources. Available in Black or Walnut (shown) finish combinations.
UK SRP: £699.00
CD Set E
The CD Set E combines the Stereo Box E with the matching CD Box E CD player and a pair of Speaker Box 3E Carbon speakers for a playback system that’s reminiscent of traditional midi hi-fi systems. Supplied with a 25cm RCA cable, so the CD Box E can easily “stack” on the amplifier without excess wires getting in the way, this system is ready to play, and also easy to expand in the future.
UK SRP: £599.00