{"id":444984,"date":"2026-01-29T11:03:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T11:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/444984\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T11:03:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T11:03:09","slug":"pro-jects-pre-box-s3-is-a-compact-pre-amp-that-does-almost-everything","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/444984\/","title":{"rendered":"Pro-Ject\u2019s Pre Box S3 is a compact pre-amp that does (almost) everything"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pro-Ject has announced the Pre Box S3, a pre-amplifier designed to serve as the central hub of a modern (and potentially compact) hi-fi system. The Austrian company, better known for its turntables, continues to expand its electronics range with this versatile half-width box that packs thirteen inputs and outputs into a familiar S-series aluminium chassis.<\/p>\n

Inputs<\/p>\n

On the analogue side, there are two line-level RCA inputs plus a dedicated MM phono stage with 45dB of gain. Digital sources are well catered for: two TOSLINK inputs, one coaxial input, an asynchronous USB-C input supporting PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz, HDMI eARC for TV audio and Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD. The internal DAC circuit is built around a Cirrus Logic CS4344 chip.<\/p>\n

Outputs<\/p>\n

Outputs include variable RCA for connecting to a power amplifier, a fixed line-level output for feeding a second zone or an external headphone amplifier and a dedicated subwoofer output. There\u2019s also a 6.3mm headphone socket rated at 70mW into 32 Ohms, which is on the weaker side for demanding cans.<\/p>\n

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Design<\/p>\n

This new pre-amplifier continues Pro-Ject\u2019s Braun-esque industrial design language: clean lines, minimal fuss and a focus on functionality over visual flourishes. The chassis keeps things solid and, according to the press release, shielded from interference. Inside, Pro-Ject has reportedly implemented a dual-mono circuit and fitted an analogue volume control with a motor-driven potentiometer.<\/p>\n

Target audience<\/p>\n

Who might be interested? Owners of active loudspeakers who want a proper control unit with source switching and volume adjustment, or those running a power amplifier who need a central hub to manage multiple sources. Pro-Ject suggests pairing the Pre Box S3 with the matching Amp Box S3 (or Amp Box DS2).<\/p>\n

Pricing and availability<\/p>\n

Designed and manufactured in Europe, the Pre Box S3 ships with a remote control and is available in black or silver finishes. Pricing says Gr\u00fc\u00df Gott at \u00a3499, \u20ac599 or US$699.<\/p>\n

Further information: Pro-Ject<\/a><\/p>\n

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