If you’re reading this, I hope you’re staying safe! 😊👍

@kj-killahh

4 жыл бұрын

Vinyl Eyezz I hope you’re staying safe, I got a SeeYing 3 in 1 record player and it’s 60.00. It’s too late to cancel the order. I want to buy an Audio Technica though. And also I’m getting the Are You Experienced album and I have the Beatles 1962-1966 album.

@inko123

4 жыл бұрын

Are you going to review the 2M Black?

@gregbrb

4 жыл бұрын

You have weird hands

@carlbellwood1015

4 жыл бұрын

Hi jarrett I have an audio technica ATLp 5 direct drive turntable could you recommend a good pair of speakers please

@seamusmckeon9109

4 жыл бұрын

How did you get the money to get the 2M black?

I had been looking at pre amps over the past few weeks and had never heard of this one until I saw your video 4 days ago. A shop about 45 minutes from my house had this one and I went to check it out and LOVED it!! Just bought it yesterday. ...so let them know your promotion worked on at least one person lol.

Song of the day : “I don’t think I’ll be dropping 700 clams on a preamp anytime soon.” by me.😉

@austins.2495

3 жыл бұрын

Nerd

I watched this vid when you first uploaded it, I also had a 2M Black .. my TT had just died, so .. what the heck! .. I ordered a new TT and a DS2 (Black with Eucalyptus Endcheeks). I’ve lived with it for a couple of months now .. and it sounds awesome! So .... thank you for doing this vid in the first place and turning me on to it. Song of the Day: Surfs Up by the Beach Boys 🍻

Im happy you're reviewing real gear keep it up. I have a custom build for my pre amplifier. 3 tubes and an on off thats it. I was looking at project before i decided to build one

Just bought one of this babies (Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2) for my new set up: Technics 100c, Wharfedale EVO4.2 and an old Anthem MRX-710. Thanks for your informative video. Keep up with the great job you are doing !!

HI Jerry, about 18 months a go I purchased this very Amp, as I always wanted to invest in a reasonably priced Valve Amp for the future, as I have never heard a Valve phono stage before, Wow what a difference, Old & New recordings sound superb ! needs a bit of running in and you hear even more detail :)

I just bought this PTDS2....it’s amazing! It has open up my system! I hv the ortofon black as well! But this phono pre-amp has a amazing sound of realism that’s beautiful! Go get yours!

Song of the day Iron maiden run to the hills Love your channel keep it up

I have a vintage 1979 preamp (Luxman CL35 MkIII) with a built-in phono-stage. It has two SUT (Step Up Transformer) plug-in modules on the back that allow for Moving Coil (MC) cartridges to be used. I can connect two turntables with two TT inputs (MM & MC). The preamp uses 7 tubes, with two of the seven dedicated to the phono-stage. Nice video as I have been researching other phono preamps to experiment with 👍👍

I started out with the smaller brother of the Tube Box DS2, the Phono Box DS, years ago. Over time I changed this to a Musical Fidelity MX-Vynl. That was basically triggered by going all in with a Pro-Ject Xtension 9 Evolution turntable and a Ortofon Quintet Black Cartridge.

My first turntable was a Dual 1019. Got it as a kid from an older cousin for my 9th birthday. Loved everything about it. Especially that it offered 16 RPM *and* 78 RPM speed settings. You could experiment with the records you had by testing how they would sound really slow and really fast, lots of fun discoveries on sound were made that way. Later became a pro audio engineer. ;) My personal favorite pre-amp is one that sits inside an old (1980s) Luxman amplifier. I still use the amplifier just for that part alone. There are no speakers connected to it, I just use the line-out from it solely for the phono preamp. This Tube Box looks interesting, I would love to test it myself, but they're not sending me stuff to test for free.

Hey, Just some 16 year old that watches your videos. I bought my Kilpsh speakers after watching your review !, I've paired them with an Onkyo A-9030 amp and I use a J.A Michell GyroDec with a Rega RB-300 arm. Amazing dec! Stay safe !

Yes having a good preamp makes a difference ! Real Talk !!

What an amazing coincidence! I also got this preamp recently! And I agree! BEST preamp I have ever used! Really hoping that you can afford to keep it, definitely worth it if you ask me! Any plans on a follow up video where you try it with different tubes? Personally I have not done so yet, but will probably do in the future. Mainly trying new tubes like the "Sovtek LPS", "Mullard" or maybe even the more expensive "Genalex - Gold Lion" (Because I think it is very important to support the very few tube manufacturers that are still up and running) Anyway... Keep up the good work! And stay safe! :)

@garyglenn3654

4 жыл бұрын

A video on tube options would be great!

@mrhoffame

2 жыл бұрын

What were you running prior to this one? I seriously considering this one, but have never had a tube amp before so not sure what to even expect. No real way to get a test run lol.

@gibblisparks9573

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrhoffame I was running a Technolink "TC-778" That also comes with some improved 78rpm support. One compromised single curve besides RIAA, but still better then nothing if you also like to play 78's without breaking the bank =) New they cost around 70-100$.... I think.... There was also a cheaper version of it without the extra 78 support that sound's completely identical to that one (In know, because I've had them both and compared) I also replaced all the (very basic) capacitors in it with ELNA's "RFS" product line. For the price it was actually really good I think! Especially if you recapped it like I did. But of course such a big step up in price from that will (recapped or not) also be a HUGE step up in quality! I hope that helps clearing some things up on what to expect.

Using the NAD PP2e in combination with a tube power amp, the Project debut carbon with Ortofon OM40. Been thinking about upgrading the phono pre-amp and this Pro-ject model did came to mind. Instead I upgraded a few cables which also made a nice difference to the soundstage. Thanks for the review!

Great video Jarrett! Hope you are staying safe :)

I notice that you went from the Ortofon Blue cartridge to the Black cartridge on your Fluance RT85 turntable. What made you decide to do that? Is it that much better?

Thanks for the review. I just bought this preamp to go with a new Pro-Ject 6 PerspeX SB turntable and a 2M Black cartridge I've ordered. Hoping that these components will work well together.

@user-gk7gs6cf1e

3 жыл бұрын

Did they? Thinking about doing the same

@MysticRobC5

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-gk7gs6cf1e I decided to get a Quintet Black cartridge instead of the 2M, and the three components sound amazing. I couldn't be happier!

I have a Bellari PA550 preamp. I like the fact that it has 3 knobs which control volume, bass, and treble. But I am really interested in this Project you reviewed.

Right before all this started I picked up a tube box s2. I love it. It just sounds perfect. I’m running a ortofon 2m blue. Sooo nice.

@garyglenn3654

4 жыл бұрын

I also have a 2m blue. What turntable and speakers are you using?

@krunchyfrog

4 жыл бұрын

Gary Glenn project debut carbon esprit and klipsch r15m

@garyglenn3654

4 жыл бұрын

krunchyfrog Thanks for the reply. I am at the low end, Technics SL-1210MK2, Polk Monitor 75T. Wondering if the DS2 would make enough of a difference or not.

@krunchyfrog

4 жыл бұрын

@@garyglenn3654 I got it a local stereo place that has a pretty good return policy. They let you try it out for 60 days and you can return if you're not happy. World Wide Stereo. I wasn't sure how much difference a tube amp would make either.

Hi Jarrett. New subscriber here. This is the second video of yours I have watched. This one cost me..LOL! I just purchased this Preamp. I will get it Tuesday. Can’t wait! Thanks for the great info!

Hello great video! I was looking for this in different colors, most notably the black with wood trim and I cannot seem to find it. Does anyone know where I can find that particular color? Thanks.

Wow so detailed! Love that preamp!!!!!! Quarantine haircut? BTW I am Sandy!

Terrific video! I have the Pro-ject Tube Box DS; any thoughts on whether it's worth upgrading to the DS2? (I too use an Ortofon 2M Black cartridge.)

AWESOME Song Of The Day ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Excellent. Don't own one but I always wondered what all those settings were for ;)

I have a question, how can I clean or get of the dust from my velvet cleaning pad? What is the right way?

Thanks for the review, this preamp 99% of what I am looking for the missing 1% is a remote control. but I'd get my lazy butt if it is that good. can you use the other input for anything other than phono?

I just got this same preamp in all black to pair with a Ortofon 2m red cartridge. However when I paired it with my Marantz SR5001 receiver I'm getting a PEAK icon flashing to turn on the Att. When I do that it lowers the sound. I may have to look into getting a new receiver.

Did you use the stock power Adapter or the external Power Box DS2 Sources?

I use a Rogue Audio Ares Tube phono stage with upgraded to cryo treated Mullard and Gold lion tubes from upscale audio in Kevin's stash grade. It was $1900 plus about 150 - 200 bucks in tubes.

I’ve got a Nikko nr1019 receiver > Sansui sr 222 belt-drive > KLH model 6/2 cabs. Should I get this preamp? How does a mixed tube and solid-state console work together?

i use the schiit mani pre amp. got it about a week ago and it sounds amazing and its great for the value.

@fabioauguanno9628

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, is it better than Schiit Mani? I have the Schiit and I hesitate to invest on this Pro=Ject phono tube. Do you hear significant improvements? Thanks 😊

hey. i had gotten into vinyl about 2 years ago and bought myself a AT LP120 and LOVE it. i had another model prior but wasn't happy with it and took it back. the AT LP120 blew it out of the water. but i'm thinking of getting a Ortofon 2M Red cartrage and a tube amp. how much of a difference would these make and would they be worth the ~$200-$250 to upgrade to?

@manFromPeterborough

4 жыл бұрын

Is your 120 the old model or is it the 120X ?

My vinyl setup is messed up. My stylus and pre-amp are both more expensive than the player. I run an Ortofon 2M Bronze on an Audio Technica 120 player and a Pro-Ject Tube DS2 pre-amp.

Is it best to buy this pre-amp with a beginner turntable or buy a better turntable with built in pre-amp? Trying to improve my overall sound. I have high-end speakers already that are part of my theatre room. My receiver does not have a phono pre-amp input. Thanks!

Tubes are magic!

Could you do a video on your preamp recommendations? I’m not sure which one to buy! Thanks!

Nice video as always ! Do you recommend the AT- lp 120x or fluance rt 82 ? Thanks

@vinyleyezz

4 жыл бұрын

Very tough decision, they’re both really good. The benefit of the LP-120XUSB is that you can play older shellac 78 RPM records, with a special stylus. Other than that, they’re very close in terms of sound quality and features.

@Toni-xv9qz

4 жыл бұрын

Vinyl Eyezz Awesome thank you 😊👍🏽

I’m sure it’s a fine phono preamp. But, at $699 it cost more than my Marantz PM6004 amplifier, which has a built in phono preamp. I use a Schiit Mani, which costs $149, in my tube headphone amp system and it is excellent.

@UriTV123

4 жыл бұрын

Steve S same. I use the Mani with my klipsch r15pm. The speakers are powered and already had a built in pre amp but the Mani really gave my music that wow factor.

The question is how it sounds in compare with internal phono stage of Yamaha AS 1100/2100? Because I see one in this video and I’ve got one too, and something tells me that Yamaha’s one is actually better... what do u think?

Just wondering what’s the best amplifier if I’m using Yamaha HS7 speakers? Most amps don’t come with Jack connections as I’m running XLR to jack cables from my speakers

My preamp is a Crown Straight Line Two solid state unit. It is paired up with two Crown Power Line Three amps. I've always loved them. Unfortunately, Crown no longer makes a consumer line. They're strictly professional. Bummer! But all US made in Elkhart, Indiana.

Just picked one up on a KILLER deal. I’ll send a review when I get it dialed in.

Any idea what those 12V trigger sockets on the back do?

I switch between my Ortofon Blue and my AT VM95-EN, my ART DJPREII and Cambridge Azur 651P, Yamaha RX A-1080 and Onkyo TX-NR686. I have Polk RTI A7 speakers with a Velodyne MiniVee. Is it worth it to upgrade the Cambridge OR the ART DJPREII Preamps to the Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2?

Does anyone have a recommended speaker/receiver combination that helps get the best out of this preamp (inexpensive or otherwise)? Song of the Day: "Jambi" by Tool

I ordered the headphone amp version of this cant wait.

can you make a video on how to put vinyl on your hall?

My pre amp is a Cambridge P651........very nice I think. Much better than a Project box S I had a few years back. My cartridge is a Denon DL 160 homc......... greetings from Holland 😀

I have the (much) smaller brother - Phono Box S2. I really like it. Would be great to check out the difference of the two. :)

Great Om album!!

One other huge plus with most tube gear is you have the ability to roll your tubes ... meaning you can try different manufacturer's tubes of identical specs. Basically, not all tubes are created equal. There's a whole world out there to explore.

how often do you have to replace those tubes?

I am thinking about getting this one. I have marantz sr6015. ( it has preamp already but i want the warm sound of the tubes) should i hook the preamp to phono in on the marantz or not? ( bcz it has preamp ) will this preamp be a good investement for me?

Great video! - have you ever listened to music through studio monitors? I don’t know much about the science behind them, but I do know that music is heavily referenced on them. I guess it makes sense because all music is created via monitors haha

I bought the Pro-Ject Phono Box last year, along with an Ortofon red stylus. Best thing I ever did. I can't spend a $1000.00 on a pre-amp.

Ahh yes...another perfect video

Hey I want to upgrade my Ortofon 2M Red to a 2M Bronze. Do I need to replace the whole cartridge or can I just replace the stylus and put it on the 2M Red body, like the 2M Blue goes on a 2M Red body. Thx for your answers😉

@ndrewwb

4 жыл бұрын

The coil arrangement of the black and bronze are different to that of the red and blue. The stylus would fit since the bodies are the same but I don't imagine it'd sound as intended

can you use one of these with a Cambridge audio axr85 amp?

1:47 "This thing travelled all the way from Austria to Austin". Omg, didn't know there is a company making Hi-Fi audio equipment and turntables in my state (Lower Austria) :O

@cobrap1748

4 жыл бұрын

Jo, Pro-Ject mocht guats Zeig! Hab selber seit einigen Jahren die Phono Box und muss sagen, sehr guter Klang, vor allem für damals nichtmal 100€!

can I use it with the marantz pm7000n

Thinking of pairing this with a vintage Sony ps-X50 with Rega ANIA (LOMC) cartridge into Parasound NC200 pre, Zonemaster 2350 power amp into custom 3 way towers and duel SVS subs. What you think ?

Thank you for the video, as I am currently in the market for a preamp. Unfortunately, this particular preamp is quite a bit out of my price range. I have recently ordered a Fluance RT85 and it will be arriving soon. Do you have a suggestion for a starter preamp in the $50 - $100 range? Love the channel and appreciate all the information you provide. Thank you!

@pqodbenliah

4 жыл бұрын

I bought an RT84 and am using an Art DJ Pre II. Cheap and sounds fantastic, you won't be disappointed aside from the blindingly bright led on the front.

@jasonmccraw5516

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

i have a Marantz 1122DC connected to my Turntable, do you think I can connect this Project tube Box pre amp?

hey man, hope everything is doing alright

Could you make a video about preamps only? like top 5 in each price segment or smth. I bought a receiver with phono back then because I didn't know better but I literally only need the phono preamp. So I wanna sell my receiver and buy a preamp but most of them are so cheap I can't imagine the sound could be that great?

Hey Jarrett, check the specs for your 2M Black!! And hey, are you taking in any new records from us peones out here?

What about getting a Preamp that uses the 2X KORG NUTUBES 6P9 vacuum tubes one for each channel.

Good video but I really wish you showed us the difference by playing some tracks or something. I have no idea how different it sounds compared to the integrated pre-amp by watching this video.

Yamaha A520 amp phono stage on one turntable. ART DJ PRE II plugged into JBL LS-305 on the other turntable

NICE!!!!!!!!!

I think it's better to call it a phono stage. A pre-amplifier can be as simple as a volume pot with single ended ins and outs, it doesn't need to have any gain at all.

Hey man, do you have any Nirvana on vinyl, keep spinning

Jarrett, since we're all home now and have plenty of free time, what do you think about updating your vinyl collection? :)

Song of the Day: "Routine" by Steven Wilson

I have the phono box USB so I can record my older albums and have them digitally as well. I like the idea of having a tube pre amp but really need that USB capabillity. If this had a USB out, I would for sure consider buying it. My turntable is a Project "the Classic" in mahogany.

@isaiahhudson5470

2 жыл бұрын

Is there really a difference converting your audio digitally

Comgratulacion from CHILE happy cuidece covid19 felicitaciones

What is the yellow album behind you with St. John on the cover?

Awesome

"Quiet is the New Loud" is a killer album.

Quick question.. On one of you older videos you had mention a jazz album.. You described it like picture yourself in a dimly lit smokey jazz club and this is that music or something like that! Probably way off.. anyway.. I have looked for hours and got cross eyed looking for the video with your link to it.. Would you happen to remember that album? Thank you for you time! I enjoy you videos!

@vinyleyezz

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! It’s the album “Sunset Mission” by “Bohren and der club of Gore”. It’s a superb album that instantly transports you into a 1950’s black and white Noir film! Very cool album!

@randaldunn1642

4 жыл бұрын

Vinyl Eyezz that’s it! Thank you for taking the time to remind me! I appreciate it!

Do you hate all Crosley turntables, or just cruisers?

WOW- THATS SOME HIGH END RCA CONNECTS YOU'RE USING THERE- "LOOKS A LOT LIKE MY VCR RCA'S"

Great review also like to know the price of the amp thank you

YOU HAVE BEEN MISSED. I WAS WONDERING WHAT WAS UP. YAY.

@johns7845

4 жыл бұрын

The Vinyl Guru right? I was like damn this corona v? Also, i love your channel. I subbed a week ago, you are so funny

@floransyousif2854

4 жыл бұрын

We wanted more jarett. It’s true. Btw, nice YT name girlie

@kingwithacapitalk614

4 жыл бұрын

The Vinyl Guru I saw you commented on my video too 😂 haha

Do you really need a separate amplifier if you have the project DS2 preamp or the project s2 tube box?

@tirant_blanc

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you do. The phono pre-amp only provides a line signal.

I'm using the Little Bear T7, but the stock tubes are garbage, so I got the GE Jan 5654W tubes. Lower grade preamp, but the upgraded tubes make it sound better.

got some cambridge alva duo pre amp

How would this preamp work with a Moving Iron Cartridge?

@faludabutt8253

3 жыл бұрын

No problem with cartridges like soundsmith

cool song - dream on

Good to have you back man! And to answer your question I use a Rega Fono MM Mrk 3 Phono Preamp which sounds awesome

@vinyleyezz

4 жыл бұрын

Adam Moore nice! 😎👍

What if my turntable already has a preamp built in? Can I use this?

@kostaspaokgr8229

4 жыл бұрын

Yes

These new Hybrid Tube Amps are amazing. If you get a chance, listen to the Billy Amp made in Canada. Wow! Of all the Tube Amps out there look at the Muzishare X5, X7 priced at 675.00 and 800.00 the detail circuits etc are very will done. Great review!

Song of the day: Where My Heart Will Take Me - Russel Watson

Glad to see you have a new turntable! Very nice, man! I remember commenting years ago saying you'd eventually want something other than the Audio Technica. The setup is looking very nice now. Love tube amps. Stay safe, brother!

@manFromPeterborough

4 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to upgrade the 120 with 140XP, which has no USB BS and fully earthed

I have handmade tube phono preamp and it sounds fantastic. I had project tube box but for my ears it doesn't sounded as good as my handmade phono. If you want much better sound i can recommend you to change cables from your turntable to tube box if you can of course. If your cables have total pF (capacitance) from 150 to 300 (2m black capacitance range) than you are good my friend. But if your cables don't have this amount of pF than your 2m black doesn't give you the best sound, it it does not work properly trust me i know. I bought cables which have total pF i need and now sound is much much better.

Song Of The Day: Road To Nowhere by Talking Heads

Soul on fire - Danzig