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Embrace the Vintage Charm of Vinyl with Modern Precision

Supporting MM/MC cartridges, BOX X5 is compatible with most turntables, along with 4 adjustable gain levels of 38/48/56/66 dB. It utilizes high-precision capacitors and resistors, ensuring minimal noise for audio purity. Intuitive RCA terminals achieve a plug-and-play experience.

Input: MM/MC RCA; Output: RCASNR≥92dB; THD≤0.009%Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz(±0.015dB)Power Adapter: AC 16V；Input voltage:120V

Accurate RIAA Equalization

Ensuring clarity and detail in every note for a rich listening experience.

Audiophile-Grade Components

Carefully selected top-tier components are dedicated to crafting extraordinary sound quality.

1 RIAA Equalization

2 Components

3 MM&MC Cartridges Support

4 Compact Size

Replace with DIP8 dual discrete op-amps, meeting your pursuit of a personalized audio experience.

Connection and Usage Diagram

Plug-and-play convenience, ensuring optimal performance for easy setup.

1 Swappable Op-Amp Design

2 Aluminum Alloy Chassis

3 Connection Diagram

4 Ample Headroom

1 BOX X5 Phono Preamp

2 Back Side

3 Front Side

4 Rear Side

Is it mandatory to connect the turntable’s ground wire to the BOX X5’s ground terminal?

Grounding is recommended to avoid rattling during use.

Can the BOX X5 be used as a regular preamp?

The BOX X5 is a phono preamp with a higher amplification gain than a regular preamp, thus it is not suitable for use as a standard preamp.

How to power on and off to prevent any thumping sounds that could damage the equipment?

Power On: Turn on the turntable, then the BOX X5, followed by the amplifier.

Power Off: Turn off the amplifier, then the BOX X5, and finally the amplifier.

What power supply is used for the BOX X5？

The BOX X5 is powered by its supplied AC adapter, not a DC power supply. DC power supply filters cannot be used for AC power supply.

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Type

Phono Preamp

Phono Preamp with Vacumm Tubes

Headphone Amp +Preamp

MAX Power Output

–

Input

MM+MC RCA

RCA

RCA+3.5mm AUX

Bluetooth + AUX + RCA

RCA+3.5mm AUX

AUX + RCA

Bluetooth + RCA

Output

RCA

RCA + Headphone

RCA

RCA+3.5mm AUX

3.5 mm + 6.35 mm

RCA + 3.5mm Headphone + AUX

Treble & Bass Control

✘

✔

✘

✔

THD

≤0.009%

≤ 0.08%

≤ 0.1%

≤0.1%

≤0.03%

≤ 0.02%

SNR

≥ 92dB

≥ 70dB

≥ 98dB

≥ 70dB

≥70dB

≥ 95dB

≥103dB

Terminating Impedance

–

Power Adapter

AC 16V

12V/1.5A

Work Voltage

AC 120V

AC 110V – 240V

AC 100V – 240V/ DC 12V

AC 110V – 240V

High Performance: The BOX X5 phono preamp is compatible with both MM and MC cartridges, featuring 4 gain settings and an excellent precise RIAA equalization to provide a clean, direct pass-through of a signal when paired with your turntable(Input voltage 120V)
Audiophile-Grade Components: This preamp utilizes a variety of materials such as 2% Precision Polyester Film Capacitors, Green Sleeve Copper Lead Audio Capacitors, 0.1% High-Precision Film Resistors, OPA1612 Op-Amp, Gold-Plated RCA Jacks, and more. It picks up subtle and finite detail produced from it and delivers a truly warm and inviting sound
Multiple Gain Settings: With 4-Level gain adjustment settings of 38/48/56/66dB, the preamplifier accommodates both MM & MC cartridge types, meeting a variety of needs. This enhances your phono stage and helps in rebuilding the vintage stereo sound
Mini and Exquisite: It’s built around a minimalist yet functional design featuring an all-aluminum alloy chassis. When paired with the V3 stereo amplifier, the BOX X5 can bring out the best in your vinyl playback, enhancing its frequency response and dynamic performance
User Friendly Design: It has an easy-to-use one-touch power button, gain control, and a convenient toggle switch to switch between MC and MM cartridges. In addition, the grounding port ensures that the connection is secure