Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital

Our best: Pre Box RS2 Digital – Reference preamplifier with D/A converter

The preamplifier is the control center of any high-quality stereo system. In the age of digitalization, comprehensive digital equipment is essential and makes perfect sense as an integral part of the amplifier. The Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital is the big brother of our award-winning and groundbreaking Pre Box S2 Digital. Based on the principles of this design, we have once again expanded the range of functions. The result is a fantastic-sounding and very versatile preamplifier with digital and analog inputs. The Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital is the perfect partner for the crème de la crème of high-end amplifiers and speakers. The Pre Box RS2 Digital can be connected to the Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T via a reliable I²S differential bus via the HDMI connection, whereby the Pre Box RS2 can be controlled via the CD Box RS2 T. The Pre Box RS2 Digital can be connected to the Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T via a reliable I²S differential bus via the HDMI connection, whereby the Pre Box RS2 can be controlled via the CD Box RS2 T.

The Pre Box RS2 Digital can be connected to the Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T via a reliable I²S differential bus via the HDMI connection, with the Pre Box RS2 Digital also supplying the master clock (16.9344 MHz). This powerful combination makes CDs sound better than ever before.

Very practical: the preamplifier outputs a 12 V switching voltage corresponding to the standby button. When connected to switching cables, several devices from the RS2 line can be conveniently switched on and off together at the touch of a button on the front of the device or using the included remote control. This function is particularly useful in a bi- or tri-amping configuration with amplifiers from the RS line. The preamplifier itself is powered by a 12 V switching power supply. This function is particularly useful in a bi- or tri-amping configuration with amplifiers from the RS line. The preamplifier itself can also be switched on and off remotely using a 12 V switching voltage. The Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T and the Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital were named the best "Digital Source" of 2019/2020 by EISA.

The Pro-Ject CD Box RS2 T and the Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital were named the best "Digital Source" of 2019/2020 at the EISA Awards. This shows that our commitment and passion for redefining what is possible has been recognized by the world's renowned trade press. The two products stand out due to their impressive diversity in their categories. The brushed aluminum housing is available in silver or black.

The brushed aluminum housing is available in silver or black. Note:

Note: Bitstream formats such as Dolby Digital® or DTS® are not supported.

Technology for good sound

• Remote-controlled preamplifier with D/A converter and upsampler
• Asynchronous USB transmission up to 32-bit/768 kHz, DSD playback (up to DSD512) from a computer via the USB input
• MQA support (Master Quality Authenticated)
• Bluetooth® receiver for wireless connection of Bluetooth®-enabled sources such as iPhone®, iPad®, MP3 players, smartphones, tablets, and laptops to a hi-fi system
• D/A converter: 32-bit D/A converter Sabre ESS9038Q2M (two converter chips in differential mode)
• Master clock connection for virtually jitter-free signal transmission from the CD Box RS2
• Sampling frequencies / resolution Digital inputs: Coaxial, balanced: up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, USB input: up to 32-bit / 768 kHz, Optical: up to 24-bit / 96 kHz
• Eight filters for individual sound adjustment
• Roon Tested

Features

• Two switchable output stages on the front of the device: Class A transistor or tube output stage
• Headphone connection (6.3 mm jack), Headphone output switchable between +3 dB or +6 dB
• Analog outputs: 1× RCA/cinch sockets and 3-pin XLR sockets
• Six digital inputs: 1× coaxial (S/PDIF), 1× balanced (AES/EBU), 2× optical (TOSlink®), 1× I²S (HDMI), and 1× USB for connecting a computer to the hi-fi system
• Unbalanced and balanced high-level outputs (RCA / XLR) Compatible with Windows Vista® or newer and Mac OS®
• Compatible with Windows Vista® or newer and Mac OS®

Source: www.audiotra.de