About The Rega io Stereo Integrated Amplifier
The Rega io amplifier may have a lower case name but it steps up with decidedly upper case performance. Following in the footsteps of the popular Rega Brio, the io uses the same amplifier module scaled back a little to 30 watts per channel. Perfectly sufficient for small to medium size rooms with averagely efficient speakers.
The all new io amplifier is designed with every music lover in mind. Simple to setup and operate, the io is designed to integrate seamlessly into any hi-fi system.
The compact size allows it to be used in a variety of systems and delivers a performance well beyond its price point. As you would expect, there is a high quality built in MM (moving magnet) phono stage, two line level inputs, a redesigned mini remote control handset and high quality headphone output that is cleverly integrated to deliver optimum performance without compromising the audio circuit.
All of these features combine to deliver a powerful, well balanced musical performance at an incredible price.
The io uses the same power amplifier and phono stage as its larger brother, the multi-award winning Brio. The io aims to deliver exceptional sound quality in a smaller and more cost effective package. The class A/B circuit shares its DNA with the rest of Rega’s amplifiers, and as usual, great care has been taken in component selection. Sanken output transistors, an Alps volume potentiometer and a linear power supply that enables an output of 30 watts per channel into 8 ohms.
Two line level inputs and a high quality moving magnet phono input are available as sources. There is a headphone output provided on the front of the unit for powering standard hi-fi headphones; this is driven from the power amplifier stage of the unit through relays to avoid signal degradation when headphones are inserted or the product is muted. A new remote handset is included as well.
Rega io Reviews
“But Rega’s consistency with components and their implementation makes the io instantly recognisable as a descendant of the Brio. In fact, we could repeat the very same words we used in our Brio review, including ‘incredible sense of rhythm, punchy dynamics; agility, detail and fun’…. Ultimately, with the arrival of the io, Rega’s unmistakable and unquestionably entertaining signature amplifier sound is now more accessible than ever. And, as we cast our minds back to when we first learned of the Rega io’s existence, that is all we could have hoped for.” – What HiFi? 2019
“The Rega Io is a great little amplifier, it packs a punch that you don’t get from the far more highly featured competition that exists on the market and delivers music that you just want to keep playing” Jason Kennedy - Editor The Ear
"From the first bars of music it is clear that the io is something rather special. With any budget amplifier there is always a sense of trepidation when waiting to see what the first notes will bring. While many are fun to listen to, they can be a little over exuberant at times. This never falls into this trap and, as a result, has the character of something you would expect to be rather more expensive. The smoothness and lack of sibilance, even in lesser recordings, is the real prize here, io has the feel of something much more expensive than its price tag suggests" Adam Smith - Hi Fi Choice
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Remote controlled stereo amplifier with phono & line inputs and a headphone output
- Power Output: 30 Watts RMS both channels driven into 8 Ohms
- Phono Input Sensitivity: 2.1 mV @ 47 kΩ in parallel with 220 pF
- Maximum Phono Input Level: 100 mV
- Line Input Sensitivity: 210 mV @ 47 kΩ
- Maximum Line Input Level: 10.25 V
- Headphone Output
- No load 8 V
- 32 Ohms 1.6 V
- 54 Ohms 2.4 V
- 300 Ohms 5.7 V
- Source impedance: 109 Ω
- Power Consumption: 135 W @ 230 V into the rated load of 8 Ohms
- Frequency Response
- Phono: 15 Hz to 40 kHz (-3 dB points) / 27 Hz to 20.5 kHz (-1 dB points)
- RIAA Accuracy: (100Hz to 10 kHz) ±0.4 dB typically better than ±0.3 dB
- Line: 12 Hz (-1 dB points) to 43 kHz (-3 dB points)
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade to a Premium Power Cable for better performance
- Designed & Manufactured In The UK
- Finish: Black
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 180 x 68 x 290mm
- Net Weight: 2.9Kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 3 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.