The DAC is based closely on the hugely successful Rega DAC-R circuit. The galvanically/optically isolated digital inputs utilise a Wolfson S/PDIF receiver IC to provide exceptional detail and clarity from any connected source. Output is provided by a Wolfson DAC and Rega designed discrete line-driver circuit. Rega engineers have worked exceptionally hard to ensure that the analogue side of the circuit is not affected in any way by the introduction of digital inputs.
MM PHONO STAGE
A high performance Rega designed integrated moving magnet (MM) phono stage is carefully built into the circuit. 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.
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
Rega have taken great care to incorporate the headphone socket on the Elex MK4. This has been configured such that the speaker switching is performed by the output mute relay to avoid obstructing the signal path ensuring no loss of performance when it is not in use.
CUSTOM CASE
The new custom case design and construction brings the Elex MK4 inline with the rest of the Rega range and provides improved heat dissipation by using the entire case as an ultra efficient heat sink.
PROTECTION
The Elex MK4 includes Thermal Cut-Out, short circuit protection and DC protection to prevent the risk of damage from excess heat, excessive currents or short circuits.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power Amplifier Output (at rated 230/115 V Supply voltage)
72 W into 8 Ω
90 W into 6 Ω
Dimensions (W × H × D)
432 x 82 x 340 (D includes loudspeaker terminals)
Weight
11 Kg
Supported Sampling Rates
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz
Supported Bit Depths
16 to 24 bit
Power Consumption
250 W at 1dB below clip into 8Ω
Output Sensitivity (at rated inputs)
Record Output 164mV
Pre-amplifier Output 625mV
