Rega Fono MM Mk5

Rega Fono MM Mk5

Name: Rega Fono MM Mk5
Brand: Rega
Price: 599.00 NZD
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The Fono MM MK5 phono stage has been designed to be effective, easy to use and above all, to reproduce music. The Fono MM MK5 uses a fully discrete, cascaded, complementary amplifier input stage, a configuration designed to optimise the performance of your moving magnet cartridge. Now housed in a brand new redesigned case to match the new Fono MC and Rega’s latest range of electronic components offering a modern look guaranteed to integrate in to any hi-fi system.

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Specifications

Input Sensitivity: 1.7 mV for 200 mV Output
Input Loading: 47 kΩ in parallel with 100 pF
Maximum Input Level: 60 mV at 1 kHz
Gain: 41.4 dB at 1 kHz
Output Impedance: 200 Ω
Recommended Minimum Output Load Resistance: 5 kΩ
Frequency response (50KΩ output load): 15 Hz (-3 dB) to 100 kHz (-0.2 dB)
RIAA Accuracy (50 kΩ Output Load): Better than ±0.2 dB 100 Hz to 100 kHz
Power Requirements: 24 V AC at 80 mA maximum

The Rega Fono MM Mk5 phono stage remains the one to beat at this level.

What HiFi

The perfect partner

The aesthetic design of the Fono MM was as important as the quality of its electrical capabilities, so it benefits from the same updated aluminium case as the Rega Neo and Fono MC amplifier, giving it a design which offers a familiar feel and moreover brings it in line with its illustrious bigger brothers. The RIAA equalization has been split into two stages to minimise interaction. Polyester capacitors have been used in the signal path and polypropylene capacitors are used in the RIAA equalization circuits.

Who is this for?

The Rega Fono MM Mk5 is designed for vinyl listeners using moving magnet cartridges who want a clear step up from the phono stages typically built into amplifiers or turntables.

It’s ideal for listeners building a quality entry-level or mid-range analogue system and looking for greater clarity, cleaner dynamics, and a more open soundstage from their records. The Fono MM Mk5 preserves the warmth and musicality vinyl is known for while improving detail retrieval and overall refinement.

Its compact design and straightforward setup make it easy to integrate into a wide range of systems, particularly when paired with Rega turntables and MM cartridges.

Rega may not have pushed the boat out with this latest upgrade, but it really didn’t need to. The new casework is smart enough, though the secret to the Fono MM’s success really comes down to its performance. Judged by sound quality, the Rega Fono MM Mk5 phono stage remains the one to beat at this level.