Integrated amplifiers — Pro-Ject Stereo Box DS3

The Stereo Box DS3 is an integrated amplifier with phono stage and built-in DAC from Pro-Ject, built with substantial output power in a remarkably compact chassis. The Stereo Box DS3 brings Pro-Ject's considered engineering to a complete, feature-rich integrated format.

Key specs that matter

Three single-ended inputs are provided. Input impedance is a substantial 50,000 ohms. Output power is 80W into 8 ohms, rising to 150W into 4 ohms. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is 98dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise under 0.01%. At a remarkably compact 206 x 71 x 194mm and 1.8kg, the Stereo Box DS3 maintains a space-efficient, feature-complete integrated amplifier chassis.

Sound and use context

Expect surprisingly clean, capable amplification reflecting the strong 98dB signal-to-noise figure, with the built-in phono stage and DAC covering both analogue vinyl and digital sources directly, packed into this remarkably compact chassis.

Pairing

The built-in phono stage and DAC cover both analogue vinyl and digital sources directly without needing separate outboard devices.

Alternatives

Pro-Ject's own Stereo Box E offers a more accessible, lower-power alternative within the same broader Stereo Box catalogue.