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Introduced built-in DAC for digital source compatibility, bridging analog and digital.
Maintains 50-watt per channel output and MM phono stage for vinyl enthusiasts.
Adds optical/coaxial digital inputs and a headphone jack for versatile connections.
In a significant update unveiled at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025, Rega introduced the seventh generation of its esteemed Brio integrated amplifier, the Brio Mk7. This latest iteration maintains the amplifier's hallmark 50-watt per channel output and the integrated moving magnet phono stage, catering to vinyl enthusiasts while embracing modern digital sources through a newly integrated DAC.
The inclusion of a built-in digital-to-analog converter marks a notable departure from its purely analog predecessors, aligning the Brio Mk7 more closely with Rega's higher-end models such as the Elicit Mk5 and Elex Mk4. Despite this enhancement, Rega has maintained the Brio Mk7's price point at approximately €930, offering audiophiles a compelling option that bridges analog warmth with digital convenience without a significant cost increase.
Technically, the Brio Mk7 retains three RCA line-level inputs and a dedicated MM phono input, while introducing both optical and coaxial digital inputs. This allows seamless connections with modern digital sources like CD players, televisions, and network streamers. Additionally, a 3.5mm headphone jack on the front panel ensures versatile listening options. The amplifier's design remains compact, though slightly deeper to accommodate the new digital sections, and features updated internal circuitry to minimize interference between digital and analog components, ensuring pristine audio fidelity.
Aesthetic updates to the Brio Mk7 harmonize with Rega's signature design language, incorporating subtle changes that enhance its visual synergy with the rest of the amplifier series. This meticulous attention to both form and function underscores Rega's commitment to delivering high-performance audio equipment that meets the evolving needs of discerning listeners.
Positioned between the Rega io and Elex Mk4 models, the Brio Mk7 presents an attractive proposition for those seeking an integrated amplifier with versatile connectivity and robust performance. Its balanced blend of analog heritage and digital advancement makes it a noteworthy contender in the mid-range segment of audiophile equipment.
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