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Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier
The Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier is a high-performance, handmade stereo integrated amplifier representing the most advanced version of Rega’s bestselling Brio series. Rega’s engineering team has completely reworked the internal circuitry to enhance performance and reduce distortion in this latest iteration. Housed in a sleek, custom-designed half-width aluminium case, the Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier delivers 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 72 watts per channel into 4 ohms—more than enough power to confidently drive even demanding loudspeakers.
One of the key new additions to the Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier is an in-house designed digital-to-analogue converter (DAC), offering two digital inputs to support a wider range of devices. This added flexibility makes it a versatile choice for modern audio setups. A newly included mini remote control—compatible with future Rega products—allows users to manage the amplifier’s standby functions remotely.
Every detail of the Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier has been carefully considered and refined, from component selection to the overall build process. As a result, this version introduces several new features, including auto-standby, thermal cut-out protection, and an improved phono stage with a dedicated moving magnet input. This input benefits from better stage isolation and upgraded op-amps to deliver enhanced performance with vinyl playback.
The amplifier also features three line-level inputs and a high-quality headphone output. Known for its musicality, the Brio circuit has earned a reputation for delivering an exceptionally engaging listening experience, and the Rega Brio Mk7 Integrated Amplifier continues this tradition with even greater refinement and versatility.
Key Features
- Integrated Rega moving magnet phono stage
- Rega DAC with two digital inputs
- Headphone socket
- Custom mini system remote control
- Custom-designed case
- Standby and auto-standby functionality
- 50 W into 8 Ω & 72 W into 4 Ω
- Short circuit protection
- Thermal cut-out
- Limited Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
Re-laid circuit
Key improvements have been made across the circuit. The PCB layout has been fully upgraded to handle higher specifications for all critical parts. A second raw power supply is implemented to provide further isolation between the output stage and the driver stage/line and phono amplifiers. This improves the isolation between high and low level signal stages of the amplifier. Higher specification MUSES operational amplifiers have been used in the line, DAC and phono amplifier.
Headphone Socket
The Brio MK7 has an onboard circuit to drive standard hi-fi headphones from the internal amplifier. The headphone circuit was intelligently designed to reduce its impact on the main signal path so it doesn’t disrupt the overall sound quality. We have paid special attention to the switch that deactivates the main speakers once the socket on the front panel is used.
Auto standby
This unit is equipped with auto-standby functionality. After approximately 1 hour of no signal being present on the selected input, the unit will automatically enter a standby state. This function can be turned off if required.
Thermal cut-out
If the amplifier reaches a temperature liable to cause internal electronic damage, the thermal protection system will first disable the speaker output, indicated by the MUTE led on the front panel illuminating and the input LED indicator
turning off. If the over-temperature condition continues, the unit will turn itself off.
Short circuit protection
If the speaker leads are shorted, the fold-back short-circuit protection will protect the output stage from excessive currents. This protection circuit is not placed in the audio signal path and therefore does not affect sound quality.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 50 W per channel into 8 Ω 72 W per channel into 4 Ω |
| Power Consumption | 200 W |
| Digital Inputs | S/PDIF Isolated 0.5V 75Ω Co-axial S/PDIF Optical Toslink |
| Supported Sampling Rates | 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz |
| THD+Noise (A-weighted) | Typically 0.005% at 1 kHz |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 216 x 79 x 365 mm (8.5 x 3.1 x 14.4 in) |
| Weight | 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) |
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