Brio Mk7: Rega’s Mighty Mini Returns
Posted by The Sound Organisation on Nov 6th 2025
The Brio Mk7 marks a confident return for one of Rega’s most enduring and respected amplifiers. While the company may be best known for its turntables, the Brio has long played a key role in establishing Rega’s credibility as a maker of great electronics—and this latest iteration continues that legacy with style. Compact and solidly built, the Mk7 offers timeless design and just enough modern conveniences to stay competitive, all while keeping the focus firmly on sound quality. Ed Selley recently had the chance to try out the new Brio Mk7 for Trusted Reviews. Here's what he found:
Despite its half-width size, the Brio Mk7 packs serious punch with 50 watts of Class AB power and a notably refined phono stage that shines with vinyl playback. The addition of digital inputs is new for a Brio, and while it skips features like Bluetooth or USB, the built-in Wolfson DAC brings a smooth, musical presentation that stands out from many rivals at the price. Everything about the amp feels purposeful—from the clean, no-nonsense layout to the satisfying heft of the chassis.
Most importantly, the Brio Mk7 delivers music in a way that feels natural and involving. It brings rhythm, energy, and tonal balance across a wide range of genres and sources. The phono stage, in particular, is a standout—perfect for listeners building a vinyl-centered system. In a market full of feature-stacked amps, the Brio Mk7 keeps things focused, and the result is a piece of gear that just gets the fundamentals right. It’s another strong showing from Rega, built for listeners who care more about great sound than checking boxes.
"I can’t point to such definable performance areas… but I can tell you that this is a great piece of audio equipment. Absolutely key to this perception is that the Brio MK7 is delivering a sound that is fundamentally and consistently right. Give it the hard driving indie of Out of a Dream by The Slow Readers Club and the manner in which the Brio Mk7 responds is hugely engaging."