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 MK4 has been designed to be effective, easy to use, and above all, to reproduce music. The Fono MC MK4 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
- Dedicated moving coil phono stage
- Simple connectivity and operation
- Fully adjustable via DIP switches located on the rear panel
- MUSE operational amplifier used in RIAA equalization amplifier
- Two selectable gain settings
- Default factory settings matched for all Rega MC models
- Latest design custom casework
- 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 MK4 compatible with most low output MC cartridges. The new Fono MC MK4 circuit resulted from the development work carried out on the hugely successful Aria phono amplifier.
The aesthetic design of the Fono MC MK4 was as important as the quality of its electrical capabilities, so it benefits from the same new aluminium case as the Rega Neo MK2 PSU and Fono MM MK5 phono stage, giving it a design which offers a familiar feel and moreover brings it in line with its illustrious bigger brothers.
Technical Specifications
- Output Impedance
200 Ω
- Recommended Minimum Output Load Resistance
5 k
- Frequency Response (50 kΩ Output Load)
13 Hz (-3 dB) to 100 kHz (-0.3 dB)
- RIAA Accuracy (50 kΩ Output Load)
Better than ±0.2 dB 100 Hz to 100 kHz
- Power Requirements
24 V AC at 150 mA maximum
For full technical specifications, download FONO MC MK4 USER MANUAL below.
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 Ω / 1 on = 100 Ω / 2 on = 150 Ω / 1 and 2 on = 70 Ω
- 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 Ω / Capacitance 1000 pF / Gain Setting High
Downloads
- FONO MC MK4 USER MANUAL 2.5MB pdf
Environmental Labelling of Packaging
Flexible setup and compact handsome appearance. An outstanding affordable MC phono stage that delivers superb performance.
Complementary Components
- Unique PPS ultra-rigid body
- Hand-wound micro coil
- Elliptical profile stylus
- Aluminium cantilever
- Rega three point mounting system
- Unique PPS ultra-rigid body
- Hand-wound micro coil
- ‘Vital’ profile nude diamond stylus
- Super high-powered, neodymium magnet
- Rega three point mounting system
- ‘Fine line’ profile, nude diamond stylus
- Aluminium cantilever
- Super high-powered, neodymium magnet
- Hand-wound micro coil
- Rega three point mounting system
- Graded zero tolerance black anodised aluminium body
- Boron rod cantilever
- ‘Fine line’ profile, nude diamond stylus
- Iron micro cross and coil assembly
- World’s most powerful minaturised neodymium magnet
- High specification fine wire 0.018 mm
- Rega three point mounting system
- RB330 tonearm
- Elys 2 (optional)
- 12 mm opti-white polished glass platter
- Double brace technology
- 24 V low noise motor
- Compatible with Neo power supply
- Clear dust cover
- Advanced EBLT drive belt
- RB330 tonearm
- Exact, Ania or Ania Pro (optional)
- 16 mm Dual layer float glass platter
- Double brace technology
- Tancast 8 foamcore plinth
- Custom matched Neo PSU
- Smoked dust cover
- Reference EBLT drive belt
- RB880 tonearm
- Ania, Ania Pro or Apheta 3 (optional)
- 18 mm Triple layer float glass platter
- Double brace technology
- Tancast 8 foamcore plinth
- Custom matched Neo PSU
- Custom designed smoked dust cover
- Reference EBLT drive belt
- RB3000 tonearm
- Apheta 3 or Aphelion 2 (optional)
- 18 mm Ceramic Oxide diamond cut platter
- DB technology with ceramic top brace
- Tancast 8 foamcore plinth
- P10 Advanced PSU
- Custom designed smoked dust cover
- Reference EBLT drive belt
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Lifetime Limited Warranty
All Rega products carry a Lifetime Limited Warranty.
Every product we make is designed and assembled in the UK to the highest possible standard. This warranty covers confirmed manufacturing defects. This warranty does not cover wear and tear, or parts that are considered consumable. Any unauthorised modifications or failure to follow the Rega recommended guidelines in the product manual may invalidate the warranty. Due to local laws, warranties may vary by country in which units are sold. Please contact your Rega retailer or distributor for warranty details. Your statutory rights are not affected.