Pro-Ject Phono Box E BT5 Phono Preamplifier with Bluetooth Transmitter
Pro-Ject Phono Box E BT5 Phono Preamplifier with Bluetooth Transmitter

Pro-Ject Phono Box E BT5 Phono Preamplifier with Bluetooth Transmitter

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A phono preamplifier from Pro-Ject for moving magnet (MM) cartridges that also streams your turntable over Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive and aptX HD. This listing is the black version.

Pro-Ject says the Phono Box E BT5 can be used as an ordinary MM phono stage connecting to an amplifier by its 3.5 mm line output, or as a Bluetooth streamer that sends your turntable's signal to any Bluetooth receiver within 10 metres, such as headphones or speakers.

Cartridge
MM (moving magnet)
Bluetooth
5.2, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD
Gain
34 dB
Inputs
1 phono (RCA), 1 line (3.5 mm)
Outputs
1 line (3.5 mm), 1 Bluetooth
Size (W x H x D)
120 x 32 x 100 mm

Why you will love it

Stream your vinyl wirelessly

The Phono Box E BT5 takes the analogue signal, converts it and sends digital audio to a Bluetooth receiver within a 10 m range. Pro-Ject says Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive and aptX HD supports high-resolution formats.

You can use the analogue line output and the Bluetooth output at the same time.

Pro-Ject Phono Box E BT5 in black
Rear connections of the Pro-Ject Phono Box E BT5

Two inputs, two outputs

There is a phono input on RCA for your turntable and a 3.5 mm line input for another analogue source. Outputs are a 3.5 mm line output and Bluetooth.

Pro-Ject lists a maximum input voltage of 800 mV on the phono and line inputs.

Circuit and build

Pro-Ject lists precise RIAA equalisation (within 0.5 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz), low-noise circuitry, internal metal shielding and gold-plated RCA connectors. An outboard power supply is included.

Is it right for you?

A great fit if you…

  • Want to listen to your turntable on Bluetooth headphones or speakers
  • Have an MM cartridge
  • Want a phono stage that also connects to an amplifier by line output

Worth knowing

  • It is for MM cartridges
  • The line input and output are 3.5 mm connections
  • Pro-Ject says it is best paired with its BT Box E HD for high-resolution transmission compatibility

Build your system

Connect a turntable with an MM cartridge to the phono input, then choose wired or Bluetooth listening.

Specifications

Phono stage

Cartridge type MM (moving magnet)
Input impedance 47 kohms
Input capacitance 100 pF
Gain 34 dB
Noise floor 74 dBA (A-weighted)
THD < 0.04%
Max. input voltage 800 mV (phono and line)
RIAA accuracy Within 0.5 dB, 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Connections

Inputs 1 phono (RCA), 1 line in (3.5 mm)
Outputs 1 line out (3.5 mm), 1 Bluetooth
Bluetooth V5.2, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD

General

Outboard power supply 18 V / 500 mA DC
Power consumption 200 mA DC
Dimensions (W x H x D) 120 x 32 x 100 mm
Weight 280 g without power supply

Specifications from the Pro-Ject Audio Systems Phono Box E BT5 page.

Questions people ask

Can I use it without Bluetooth?

Yes. Pro-Ject says it can be used as an ordinary MM phono stage connecting to an amplifier via its line output.

What is the Bluetooth range?

Pro-Ject lists a range of 10 m to any Bluetooth receiver.

Does it work with moving-coil cartridges?

Pro-Ject lists it as suitable for MM cartridges.

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