FONO MC MK4
The Fono MC MK4 is an exceptionally high quality MC phono stage designed to maximise the potential of any low output MC cartridge. Although specifically designed to complement the latest Rega range of moving coils you will find full adjustability for gain and loading via dip switches conveniently placed on the rear panel making the Fono MC MK4 compatible with a wide range of third party low output MC cartridges. Now housed in a brand new redesigned case to match the new Fono MM MK5 and Neo MK2 and Rega’s latest range of electronic components offering a modern look guaranteed to integrate in to any hi-fi system.
The Fono MC has been designed to be effective, easy to use, and above all, to reproduce music. The Fono MC uses the Linear Systems low noise LSK389 FET in an all discrete input stage where low noise and linearity are vitally important to get the best from an MC cartridge. Because of the high input impedance of FET, the loading effects of the amplifier circuit are minuscule and do not affect the performance of the cartridge.
KEY FEATURES
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Dedicated moving coil phono stage
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Simple connectivity and operation
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Fully adjustable via DIP switches via rear panel
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MUSE operational amplifier used in RIAA equalization amplifer
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Two selectable gain settings
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Default factory settings matched for all Rega MC models
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Latest design custom casework
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Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects
A MUSE operational amplifier is used in the RIAA equalization amplifier. Polypropylene capacitors have been used in the signal path and in the RIAA equalization circuits. There is selectable input loading for both resistance and capacitance along with two different gain settings located on the back panel making the Fono MC compatible with most low output MC cartridges. The new Fono MC circuit resulted from the design work carried out on the Aria phono amplifier.
The aesthetic design of the Fono MC was as important as the quality of its electrical capabilities, so it benefits from the same aluminium case as the Rega Neo PSU and Fono MM amplifier, giving it a design which offers a familiar feel and moreover brings it in line with its illustrious bigger brothers.
Output Impedance
200 oms
Recommended Minimum Output Load Resistance
5 k
Frequency Response (50 kohms Output Load)
13 Hz (-3 dB) to 100 kHz (-0.3 dB)
RIAA Accuracy (50 kohms Output Load)
Better than ±0.2 dB 100 Hz to 100 kHz
Power Requirements
24 V AC at 150 mA maximum
LOAD SETTINGS FOR ADJUSTABLE MC STAGES
Input Sensitivity (for 200 mV Output)
4 off = 133 uV / 4 on = 67 uV
Input Loading Resistance
1 and 2 off = 400 ohms / 1 on = 100 ohms / 2 on = 150 ohms / 1 and 2 on = 70 ohms
Input Loading Capacitance
3 off = 1000 pF / 3 on = 4300 pF / Gain (at 1 kHz) / 4 off = 63.5 dB / 4 on = 69.5 dB
Maximum Input Level (at 1 kHz)
4 off = 6.7 mV / 4 on = 3.4 mV
Factory settings for all Rega MC cartridges
Impedance 100 ohms / Capacitance 1000 pF / Gain Setting High
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"I can’t think of a more inspiring record player than RP8/Ania/Fono MC for £2,500. But be careful, it could give you a chronic case of vinyl addiction."
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"It combines superb basic performance with unusual flexibility for a design at this price, making it a go-to design at or anywhere near the asking price."
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