Pro-ject is moving the needle with more power and inputs on their recently announced compact amplifiers. Highlights include Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD and up to 150 watts per channel. These sleek amps are future proof and the minimal footprint will look great anywhere.
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The MaiA DS3 Stereo Integrated Amplifier is a compact, high-fidelity amplifier and receiver for up to (9) analog and digital audio sources. Boasting 150 watts of power per channel at 4 ohms, this dual-mono design features a built-in phono stage (MM/MC), DAC, headphone amp, Bluetooth receiver and a wide range of digital and analog for various uses. Available in a black or silver aluminum chassis, the design is sleek and rugged. Optional magnetic wooden side panels are available separately in walnut, rosenut and eucalyptus.
The Stereo Box S3 BT is an ultra-compact stereo integrated amplifier and receiver with dual analog inputs and an aptX capable BT 5.0 audio input for connection to Bluetooth devices. The (2) pair of RCA line inputs and (2) channels of 40 watts at 4 ohms output power are packaged beautifully in a protective aluminum casing, available in both black and silver. The unit includes isolated speaker outputs as well as a stereo preamp output for driving a subwoofer or larger amplifier.
Like all Pro-Ject Audio Systems products, the new models are handcrafted in Europe
| MaiA DS3 | Specs |
| Power output | 2x 80W/140W at 8 ohms/4 ohms (1%THD) Frequency response (20Hz-20kHz) |
| THD | < 0.01% at 10W / 8 ohms |
| Headphone amp output | 2x 430mW at 32 ohms (1%THD) Line level inputs |
| Phono input | 1 pair RCA (for MM, MI and MC cartridges) Phono input sensitivity |
| USB input | USB Audio Class 2 (requires USB 2.0 or higher) PCM sample rates |
| DSD support | DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 |
| BT version & codec | BT 5.0; aptX, aptX HD, A2DP profile Trigger in/out |
| Outboard power supply | 36V/5.5A DC |
| Power consumption | <0.5W standby |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 8.11 x 2.8 x 9.45" (9.92" with sockets) Weight |
| Stereo Box S3 BT | Specs |
| Output power | 2 x 21W/40W at 8/4ohms (1%THD) Frequency response (20Hz-20kHz) |
| Channel separation | -67dB @ 10kHz |
| THD | <0.12% at 5W/4 ohms |
| Gain | 32.5dB |
| Line-level inputs | 2 pair RCA |
| Input impedance | 25k ohms |
| Variable line output | 3.5mm stereo jack |
| Speakers output | 4mm bananas, spades or bare wire BT version |
| BT codecs | aptX, aptX HD, A2DP profile |
| Power supply | 20V/3A DC 100-240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption in standby |
| Battery (remote) | 1x CR2032 / 3V or CR2025 / 3V Dimensions (WxHxD) |
