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Rega Brio vs Rega Elex-R
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Rega Brio

Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Rega Brio
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Rega Elex-R

Integrated Amplifier | 72 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Rega Brio vs Rega Elex-R Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Brio and Elex-R, two Integrated Amplifiers by Rega. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Rega Brio and Rega Elex-R first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Rega Brio Key Specs

  • 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 11.60 lbs / 5.10 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3.1inch x 8.5inch x 13.6inch

Rega Elex-R Key Specs

  • 72 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Phono Input
  • Weight: 24.90 lbs / 10.90 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3.15inch x 16.9inch x 12.6inch

What size room are the Rega Brio and Rega Elex-R Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Rega Brio Rega Elex-R
Near-field Average Poor
Small Room Good Average
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Average
Very Large Room Bad Poor

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Rega Brio and Rega Elex-R compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Rega Brio over Rega Elex-R
MSRP Price(*) 1,100USD vs 1,395USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Base Surface Area 745.2cm2/ 115.5inch2 vs 1376.0cm2/ 213.3inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 78mm vs 80mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Rega Elex-R over Rega Brio
Watts into 8-ohms 72 watts vs 50 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA vs No Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Rega Brio and Rega Elex-R differs from each other.

Rega Brio Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
Rega Elex-R Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
Rega Brio Back View
Rega Brio Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • 1/4-inch Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4-inch Headphone Output
Rega Elex-R Back View
Rega Elex-R Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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