Maia S3

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Maia S3
My Audiophile Integrated Amplifier, or MaiA, represents all that is good about modern hi-fi. It’s compact, powerful, feature-rich, elegant and affordable. Benefiting from Pro-Ject’s many years of success in the micro hi-fi realm, it brings a DAC, a phono stage, a wireless receiver, a headphone amplifier and an integrated amplifier all into one compact chassis that perfectly complements other S3 products.

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Boasting a massive eight inputs, MaiA S3 is designed to accommodate any modern source, including turntables, CD players, network music players and wireless devices. This is what starters with ambitious home audio systems need: A small integrated amplifier with ultimate input flexibility, future-proof technology and a core focus on uncompromising sound quality.

Through its built-in Cirrus Logic CS4344 DAC chip, capable of handling up to 24-bit / 192kHz digital audio files, MaiA S3 easily handles most common digital audio formats. Additionally, working with aptX HD® technology, MaiA S3 is also capable of streaming high-resolution audio wirelessly when the supplied Bluetooth antenna is connected.

As well as accommodating for modern and future audio technologies, MaiA S3 is also equipped to support traditional hi-fi sources. The built-in Moving Magnet phono stage is based upon Pro-Ject’s iconic Phono Box designs and produces an impressive sound performance. There are also four analogue Line-level inputs, so radios, CD players and Tape decks can also be easily connected.

On top of its extensive list of connection options, MaiA S3 is also designed to put sound quality first. Pro-Ject’s extensive knowledge of premium audio has produced a sound signature that is surprisingly analogue in its feel, thanks to the brand new low-noise circuitry, built-around the dual-mono design principle. So, when matched with a set of good-quality matching speakers, MaiA S3 will punch well above its diminutive weight. The system can also be expanded with a subwoofer or a separate power amplifier thanks to the variable pre-amplifier output.

MaiA S3 is finished off with a 6.3mm headphone socket, for when using speakers isn’t an option, and control is effortlessly simple, whether using the supplied remote control or the front-mounted buttons. With the S3 Series’ new all-aluminium casework in a slightly larger size than previous generations, MaiA S3 is a delight – both audibly and visually.

  • Remote control included
  • Compact and stylish build
  • Dual-mono electrical design
  • Connect headphones via mini-jack input
  • Wireless Bluetooth streaming input
  • Built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono stage for direct turntable connection
  • S Line solid metal casing protects from interferences

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Maia S3

RRP: £539.00

My Audiophile Integrated Amplifier, or MaiA, represents all that is good about modern hi-fi. It’s compact, powerful, feature-rich, elegant and affordable. Benefiting from Pro-Ject’s many years of success in the micro hi-fi realm, it brings a DAC, a phono stage, a wireless receiver, a headphone amplifier and an integrated amplifier all into one compact chassis that perfectly complements other S3 products.

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The Maia S3

My Audiophile Integrated Amplifier, or MaiA, represents all that is good about modern hi-fi. It’s compact, powerful, feature-rich, elegant and affordable. Benefiting from Pro-Ject’s many years of success in the micro hi-fi realm, it brings a DAC, a phono stage, a wireless receiver, a headphone amplifier, Bluetooth 5.0 input with aptX HD support and an integrated amplifier all into one compact chassis that perfectly complements other S3 products.

The Inputs

Boasting a massive eight inputs (five analogue inputs, including one MM phono input, and three digital inputs utilising built-in 24-bit/192kHz DAC), the MaiA S3 is designed to accommodate any modern source, including turntables, CD players, network music players and wireless devices. This is what starters with ambitious home audio systems need: A small integrated amplifier with ultimate input flexibility, future-proof technology and a core focus on uncompromising sound quality.

The Ouputs

The variable RCA output also allows you to include a subwoofer in your setup.

What's Inside

Through its built-in Cirrus Logic CS4344 DAC chip, capable of handling up to 24-bit / 192kHz digital audio files, MaiA S3 easily handles most common digital audio formats. Additionally, working with aptX HD technology, MaiA S3 is also capable of streaming high-resolution audio wirelessly when the supplied Bluetooth antenna is connected.

As well as accommodating for modern and future audio technologies, MaiA S3 is also equipped to support traditional hi-fi sources. The built-in Moving Magnet phono stage is based upon Pro-Ject’s iconic Phono Box designs and produces an impressive sound performance.

The Finish

MaiA S3 is finished off with a 6.3mm headphone socket, for when using speakers isn’t an option, and control is effortlessly simple, whether using the supplied remote control or the front-mounted buttons. With the S3 series’ new all-aluminium casework in a slightly larger size than previous generations, MaiA S3 is a delight – both audibly and visually.

Ed Selley , Hi-Fi Choice Grouptest Winner , August 2022

Pro-Ject Maia S3 Grouptest Review

"The digital board is the best here, the Bluetooth sounds great and the phono stage is also very accomplished indeed."

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Ed Selley , AV Forums , November 2022

Pro-Ject Maia S3 Integrated Amp Review

"From my perspective, I’d rather have 23 good watts than 100 indifferent ones and the Maia S3 delivers a performance and flexibility across those connections that is hard to match at the price."

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Ed Selley , AV Forums , November 2022

Best Hi-Fi Products of 2022 - Editor's Choice Awards

"...everything that an affordable amplifier should be..."

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James Michael Hughes , StereoNet Applause , November 2022

Pro-Ject MaiA S3 Integrated Amplifier Review

"No question about it; the Pro-Ject MaiA S3 is going to appeal to lots of people. Despite being tiny, it is hugely versatile, sounds excellent, runs cool, and sells for a very reasonable price."

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Gramophone , November 2022

Product Of The Month Review

"That's the story throughout this little amplifier with a big heart. It may seem at first glance to be something of a niche product, but it deserves much wider consideration than that might suggest."

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format_quoteHenley Says...

Pro-Ject's S3 line of electronics represent almost a Pick 'n Mix of solution products for entry - mid-level systems. All in compact chassis, they are designed to make as much or as little a statement as you want in your set-up. Looking for a click and pop remover but don't want to clutter your look? Simply tuck the Vinyl NRS Box S3 away out of sight. Equally, if you're looking for a neat separates layout with uniform styling and sizing, the entire S3 line are created with matching chassis widths, you can easily build a bespoke system tailored to the requirements you have without wasting money and effort on those that you don't.

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Simon Powell Operations Director

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