The '500' suffix not only points to the limited numbers the new component will be available in worldwide, but it also commemorates the 500,000th Phono Box that Pro-Ject shipped in early 2018. That milestone resonated with the company as they went on to create this one-of-a-kind phono preamp.

Phono Box ultra 500 is like no other phono preamplifier in its segment. The polished chrome surface will certainly outshine its competition. However, we all know that beauty is not just skin deep.

Underneath that shimmering surface is a copper body. Additionally, the Phono Box ultra 500 boasts a fully discrete, opamp-less design. This design enabled the company to realise an incredibly musical sound.

As well as opting out of using operational amplifiers, they also employed polystyrene capacitors. These capacitors are known amongst audiophiles as the holy grail for phono preamplifiers. The split RIAA equalisation enables a pin-point accurate representation of the RIAA curve.

The Phono Box ultra 500 is available worldwide as a limited edition of 500 pieces for £299. The phono pre-amp comes in exclusive and high-quality wood packaging.

Pro-Ject has also introduced The Phono Box S2 Ultra (£200.00 SRP). This unit replaces the Phono Box DS and DS+ models in the Pro-Ject range. Again, utilising a fully discrete electronic layout without the use of opamps. There are a series of dip-switches on the bottom of the solid metal casework so you can dial in the required settings for impedance (MC), capacitance (MM) and gain, accommodating any Moving Magnet or Moving Coil cartridge.

For more information, head on over to Pro-Ject.