Rega Elicit Integrated Amplifier

$2,995 in Black or Silver  (MM phono board, $145 addl., MC phono board $175 addl.)
www.rega.co.uk
www.soundorg.com (US)

The second product in Rega’s new line of premium components, (the Ios being the first) the Elicit amplifier is a compact powerhouse.  With the same size form factor as the Ios above, the only thing that gives it away are the nicely machined holes in the top of the cabinet where the heatsinks are located.

Like all Rega products, the Elicit has a quietly understated look until you power it up.  That’s when the magic begins, with its 80 watts per channel able to drive almost any speakers that you would want to pair it up with.  The MC phono board is amazingly good for the money and the perfect addition for the casual vinyl listener, but the fanatic will want the Ios.