Pro-Ject Phono Box E Phono Pre-amp - Pro-Ject "I'm On a Low Budget"...great Kinks song, especially when played on your turntable.Today, many amplifiers do not have a specific phono cartridge input. The Pro-Ject Phono Box E is an ideal phono preamplifier for these Hi-Fi systems. The Phono Box E accepts MM cartridges and offers an audiophile music experience at an entry-level price. Advanced circuitry and SMD construction keep noise and distortion at a surprisingly low level. A built-in internal shielding and an outboard DC power supply leave no risk for external interference. Because of its small casing, Phono Box E can be placed near the turntable. Input and output sockets are gold-plated for preservation of quality. Phono Box E can be connected easily to a line-input (AUX etc) of your amplifier. Features: Amplification and RIAA equalization for MM cartridges Design principle inspired by Dr. Sykora SMD circuitry Special low noise components Internal metal shielding Audiolab Stereo & Video Center