About
The Brio–R embodies all the necessary ingredients. Substantial toroidal transformer,
generous power supply components, rugged output stage, the use of film capacitors
in the signal path and at all critical positions within the phono amplifier.
New output amplifier
Developed by our engineers a newly designed output amplifier using a low source impedance
emitter follower Class A driver stage. Based around a complementary pair of 150w
Sanken Darlington output transistors, this combination forms a complementary emitter
follower emulating Class A conditions with good thermal stability and lower standing
currents in the driver stage.
Remote Control
Remote control has been added to the Brio-R without compromising the sonic design
of the amplifier. This was achieved by keeping the remote circuit separate to the
audio circuit and having its own dedicated power supply.
There is no direct contact between the micro-controller and the signal path, the
micro-controller controls the relays whilst the volume control motor uses DC control
voltages.
High quality components
The Brio-R utilises the highest quality components and our engineers' experience
to achieve the best sonic performance. Ensuring it is the most advanced and feature
packed Brio to date.
Improved power supplies
During the Brio-R design process Rega reviewed the circuit and improved the low and
high current power supplies, coupling and bypass capacitors. The phono stage has
been improved to reflect the current improvements in the Rega Planar turntables,
where the input sensitivity has been increased along with a revision of the
sub 100Hz part of the phono frequency response.
Custom Case & Design
Housed in a brand new custom case the Brio-R draws on the pedigree of the previous
three incarnations of this model.
The sonic recipe for the Brio-R embodies the best in traditional audio circuits with
excellent engineering practice.
Rega Brio-R Integrated Amplifier
Finishes: Silver satin metal or Black satin metal
Warranty: 24 months
Available from:
Poole & Salisbury
Delivery: In-Store Purchase Only (no mail order)
Our Price: £498.00
