{"product_id":"rega-fono-mc-mk4-moving-coil-phono-stage","title":"Rega - Fono MC MK4 - Moving Coil Phono Stage","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#222; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Rega Fono MC MK4 Moving Coil Phono Stage is a high-performance dedicated MC phono preamplifier engineered to maximize the performance potential of low-output moving coil cartridges. Designed and developed using technology derived from Rega’s acclaimed Aria phono amplifier platform, the Fono MC MK4 delivers exceptional musical accuracy, low-noise operation, and broad cartridge compatibility.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBuilt around a fully discrete input stage utilizing low-noise Linear Systems LSK389 FET devices, the Fono MC MK4 is optimized to preserve delicate low-level cartridge signals while maintaining outstanding linearity and minimal loading effects. A MUSE operational amplifier is employed within the RIAA equalization stage, while polypropylene capacitors are utilized throughout the signal path and equalization circuitry for highly refined analog performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Fono MC MK4 also features comprehensive gain and loading adjustment capability via rear-panel DIP switches, allowing precise optimization for a wide range of low-output MC cartridges. Housed in Rega’s latest custom aluminum casework design, the Fono MC MK4 combines sophisticated engineering, intuitive operation, and elegant styling for seamless integration into modern high-end analog systems.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12; font-size:14px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated moving coil phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully discrete low-noise input stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinear Systems LSK389 FET input architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMUSE operational amplifier used in RIAA equalization stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolypropylene capacitors in signal path and RIAA circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully adjustable loading and gain via rear-panel DIP switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo selectable gain settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable resistance and capacitance loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory settings matched for all Rega MC cartridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDerived from development work on the Rega Aria phono amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple connectivity and operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatest custom aluminum casework design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime warranty against manufacturer defects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and engineered by Rega\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12; font-size:14px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving Coil Phono Stage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200Ω\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Minimum Output Load Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5kΩ\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response (50kΩ Output Load):\u003c\/strong\u003e 13Hz (-3dB) to 100kHz (-0.3dB)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIAA Accuracy (50kΩ Output Load):\u003c\/strong\u003e Better than ±0.2dB 100Hz to 100kHz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24V AC at 150mA maximum\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Sensitivity (for 200mV Output):\u003c\/strong\u003e 133μV (Switch 4 Off), 67μV (Switch 4 On)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Loading Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400Ω, 100Ω, 150Ω, 70Ω selectable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Loading Capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1000pF or 4300pF selectable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain (at 1kHz):\u003c\/strong\u003e 63.5dB or 69.5dB selectable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Input Level (at 1kHz):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.7mV (Switch 4 Off), 3.4mV (Switch 4 On)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Settings for Rega MC Cartridges:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100Ω \/ 1000pF \/ High Gain\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51748192256288,"sku":null,"price":555.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3728\/1568\/files\/FONO-MC-MK4-GALLERY-2-_1.jpg?v=1779906188","url":"https:\/\/salon1audio.com\/products\/rega-fono-mc-mk4-moving-coil-phono-stage","provider":"Salon 1 Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}