{"title":"Musical Fidelity","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3x-vinyl-phono-stage-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M3x ViNYL Phono Stage - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe M3x ViNYL — Every Setting on the Front Panel, With the Record Still Playing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlmost every phono stage hides its loading switches underneath. You set them once, at installation, and you rarely check again. Musical Fidelity put all of the M3x ViNYL's controls on the front panel, each with an LED showing which value is active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat changes how you use it. Capacitance and impedance are supposed to be matched to your cartridge by ear as much as by specification sheet, and it is a far easier judgement to make when you can step through the options during a track instead of between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStuart Smith summed it up for Hifi Pig in October 2021: the M3x \"allows the cartridge you use to reveal its own character without adding too much of the character of the electronics inside the M3X itself.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the Front Panel Gives You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSix MM Loads and Six MC Loads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMoving magnet runs at 47 kΩ with 50, 100, 200, 300, 350 or 400 pF. Moving coil offers 25, 50, 100, 400, 800 or 1,200 ohms. That is a genuine spread, wide enough to cover nearly any cartridge you are likely to put in front of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Gain Steps, Plus Six More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMoving magnet delivers 40 dB, moving coil 60 dB, and a +6 dB button raises either to 46 or 66 dB. Sensitivity works out at 5 mV in for 500 mV out on moving magnet, and 500 microvolts in for the same 500 mV on moving coil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe IEC Button\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis engages the IEC rolloff, which cuts the subsonic content a warped record produces. It is a per-record decision that lives under your finger rather than under the chassis, which is the whole argument for this front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDiscrete Circuitry and the Measurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe signal path is entirely discrete rather than built around op-amp chips. RIAA accuracy is ±0.2 dB on moving magnet and ±0.3 dB on moving coil. Distortion measures below 0.028 percent, and crosstalk is better than 100 dB in moving magnet mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStuart Smith reviewed the M3x ViNYL for Hifi Pig in October 2021 and reached a conclusion that does not need much interpreting: \"there is very little to whine about and lots to commend.\" He listed the build as offering plenty of loading options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the character of the sound itself, his summary was \"Organic sounding with an overall lack of artifice\" — and on the price, that it \"represents good value for money given the sonics and the features on hand.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Musical Fidelity M3x ViNYL Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nAnyone who wants to hear what loading does rather than read about it — six values per cartridge type, all on the front, all switchable while a record plays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nOwners of a low-output moving coil. Sixty-six decibels with the gain button engaged, into a load as low as 25 ohms, covers the demanding end of the category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nListeners who change cartridges often. Nothing needs unscrewing, unplugging or turning over when the next one arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nBuyers who want a full-size component. This is a 17-inch-wide chassis weighing 14.5 pounds, built to sit in a rack alongside everything else rather than hide behind the turntable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nNot for a balanced system — connections are a single RCA pair in and out, with no XLR at any point. If your amplifier expects balanced inputs, check our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ephono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for one that offers them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA single pair of RCA inputs takes the turntable, and a single pair of outputs goes to a line input. Output sits at 500 mV nominal and will swing to 10 volts, so no realistic amplifier input is going to be short-changed by it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSet MM or MC first, then work through the loading positions with a familiar record playing. The unit draws 20 watts at most and nothing at all in standby, so leaving it connected costs you very little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA stage with this much adjustment is worth feeding properly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eA low-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e — the 25 and 50 ohm settings and the +6 dB button were built with these in mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntable-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eA shielded tonearm cable\u003c\/a\u003e — its capacitance adds to whatever you select on the front panel, so treat them as one setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCleaning fluid and a brush\u003c\/a\u003e — a discrete signal path this quiet makes surface debris the loudest thing left.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eA turntable worth the electronics\u003c\/a\u003e — loading adjustment can only refine what the cartridge and arm deliver to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat loading can I actually select?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMoving magnet capacitance runs 50, 100, 200, 300, 350 and 400 pF at a fixed 47 kΩ. Moving coil impedance covers 25, 50, 100, 400, 800 and 1,200 ohms. An LED shows which position is live in each case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much gain does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eForty decibels on moving magnet and 60 dB on moving coil, with a +6 dB button adding to either. That gives 46 dB and 66 dB respectively, which reaches into genuine low-output moving coil territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the IEC button do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt engages an additional rolloff that removes the subsonic energy a warped record generates. Think of it as a rumble filter with a switch on the front, usable record by record rather than set once and forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have balanced outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnections are RCA throughout — one pair in, one pair out. A system built around balanced interconnects will need a different phono stage, so this is worth confirming against your amplifier before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFull width, at 440 by 105 by 390 millimeters, or roughly 17.3 by 4.1 by 15.4 inches. It weighs 6.59 kilograms, about 14.5 pounds, and is built to occupy a proper shelf position rather than tuck away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it draw from the wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwenty watts at maximum, and zero in standby. Musical Fidelity specifies the unit for both 115 and 230 volt mains at 50 or 60 hertz, so it is indifferent to where in the world it ends up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980473229485,"sku":"NEW-MFM3X-BLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3X_BLK_01-Large__86743.1726825621.1280.1280_6200b3ba-1b6b-45b5-8dd3-613dfea5fcea.jpg?v=1778096975"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6scd-compact-disc-player-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6scd Compact Disc Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Digital Inputs and a Balanced Way Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6scd sits at the top of Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is the one that stops being a CD player. Five digital inputs feed its converter, and a balanced XLR output takes the result onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are two coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, two optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, two disc sources and a computer can all stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion steps up too. The converter is a 32-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design. It runs 8x oversampling with 192kHz upsampling. That is the main technical step up from the 24-bit models below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the XLR Output Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA balanced connection sends the signal twice, one copy inverted. The amplifier subtracts one from the other. Noise picked up along the cable lands on both copies, so it cancels. Over a long run, that is what you hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB. Channel separation reaches 105dB. Jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak, which is the figure that matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlongside the XLR pair are RCA line outputs, coaxial and optical digital outputs, and a trigger out. The case is 440mm wide, 385 deep and 125 tall, and weighs 11.2kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudiodrom found it dependable in daily use: \"In use the M6scd is a reliable player that reacts swiftly to the remote controller commands, reads the discs fast, and connects without any issues.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the remote, the same review misses what most players dropped: functions \"that I miss with other players nowadays, like track programming or A\u0026lt;\u0026gt;B repeat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR outputs keep the signal balanced from the player through to your amplifier, which is what keeps a long cable run as quiet as a short one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything in the room is digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — five inputs mean a television, two disc or streaming sources and a computer all share one good converter instead of four mediocre ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the 32-bit converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 32-bit dual differential design with 192kHz upsampling is the step up from the 24-bit models below, and it is the reason this one costs more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou still use a remote properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — track programming and A-B repeat survive here, which most modern players quietly dropped along with the buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building around one source\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M6scd can be the only digital component in the system, with RCA and XLR out, digital outs, and a trigger to switch the amplifier. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. Either way that one connection now carries every digital source in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, disc players or streamers on the two coaxial inputs, and a computer on USB-B. The second optical input covers a games console or a second screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally one with balanced inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed one of the coaxial inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial at 32 to 192kHz, two optical at 32 to 96kHz, and one asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have balanced outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. A balanced XLR line output sits alongside the RCA pair, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs and a trigger out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 32-bit converter with 192kHz upsampling instead of 24-bit, five digital inputs instead of three, and the balanced XLR output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it replace a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat is the design. Five inputs let every digital source in the system share the M6scd's converter and its outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 385 by 125mm and 11.2kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA detailed introduction to the M6sCD, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aT2P5PWGDLg?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6Scd CD player introduction\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about balanced connections, using a CD player as a DAC, or asynchronous USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45980585787565,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SCD-SIL","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/mfm6scd_lp34_sil-large__51023.1728373669.1280.1280_b6f4ca27-45e1-4f9d-8ae2-6f7613c92107.jpg?v=1778099120"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6x-dac-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6x DAC - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOne Box for the Whole Digital Front End\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6x DAC is a full-width converter, a preamplifier and a headphone amplifier in one chassis. Two ES9038Q2M chips run in dual differential mode, one per channel, so each side of the stereo image gets its own conversion rather than sharing a chip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEverything digital in the house has somewhere to go. There is a coaxial input, two optical, an AES\/EBU and a USB Type B. The USB takes PCM to 768kHz and native DSD512, and MQA decodes in hardware rather than in software on your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIt Can Run Your System Without a Preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth output pairs switch between fixed and variable. Set them variable and the M6x becomes the volume control for a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers. Set them fixed and it hands a clean signal to the preamp you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe 6.3mm headphone output is not an afterthought either. It delivers 1.5 watts per channel into 32 ohms and is specified from 16 ohms upward, so a serious pair of headphones is a cable away rather than another purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhere the Engineering Shows Up on the Bench\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 120dB A-weighted at 1kHz and distortion sits under 0.0005%. Channel separation is better than 130dB at 10kHz. Total correlated jitter stays under 12 picoseconds peak to peak, and linearity holds within 0.4dB all the way down to -130dB, which is where cheap converters usually give up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSeven Filters and an Off Switch for the Lot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEvery input is reclocked before conversion. Upsampling can lift incoming PCM to 352.8kHz or 384kHz, and it switches off if you would rather hear the native rate. Seven digital filters and an oversampling-bypass mode let you settle the question by ear rather than by argument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePower comes through an encapsulated toroidal transformer with a DC blocker and an EMI-filtered inlet. Frequency response runs -0.1dB at 10Hz and -0.4dB at 20kHz. The chassis is 440 by 100 by 390mm and weighs 6.9kg, drawing 20 watts at most and under half a watt in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePhil Gold of \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Hi-Fi\u003c\/em\u003e, in a July 15, 2023 review, wrote: \"I have yet to hear a DAC at this price level with such natural and realistic sound across such a broad range of music.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe added one setup note worth acting on: \"If you already have a good preamp or integrated amp and can bypass the M6x DAC’s volume control, I highly recommend it.\" The fixed output setting does exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more digital sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, two optical, AES\/EBU and USB mean the streamer, the TV, the disc player and the computer all stay connected at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to lose a box, not add one\u003c\/strong\u003e — variable outputs let the M6x drive a power amp directly, so the preamplifier and its interconnects come out of the rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen in headphones seriously\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1.5 watts into 32 ohms from the 6.3mm jack covers most of what you would want to plug in, with no separate amplifier to buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour library is high resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCM to 768kHz, native DSD512 and hardware MQA decoding mean nothing is downconverted before it reaches the chips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the streamer yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the M6x's digital inputs and it does the converting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePut your computer on USB and everything else on the coaxial, optical or AES\/EBU inputs. Run the balanced XLR outputs to a power amplifier if you have the cables, or the RCA pair to an integrated amp. Then set the rear switch: variable if the M6x is running volume, fixed if something downstream is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones plug into the front. The rest of the rack can stay where it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M6x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your network library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The front jack has the power for a good pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables for the run to your amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-width shelf for a full-width box — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eOne coaxial, two optical, one AES\/EBU and one USB Type B. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs run to 24-bit\/192kHz with MQA; USB goes further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePCM to 32-bit\/768kHz, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512, through a USB Audio Class 2.0 connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it replace my preamplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Switch the RCA or XLR outputs to variable and the front control governs volume, so a power amplifier or active speakers can connect directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich headphones will it drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe 6.3mm output gives 1.5W per channel into 32 ohms and Musical Fidelity specifies 16 ohms as the minimum load, which covers most full-size headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it decode MQA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, in hardware, on all of the S\/PDIF and AES\/EBU inputs as well as USB. It is also Roon Tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the digital filters for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSeven filter settings plus an oversampling-bypass mode change how the converter handles the top octave. Pick by ear; nothing is permanent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eaudio-2g looks over the M6x DAC and its connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9YpcqfkELCE\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6X DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ehxos plus unboxes one and walks through the rear panel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ne0bC6t6gog\" title=\"A top-quality DAC from Musical Fidelity M6x DAC | Deep Unboxing\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, digital filters, or running a system without a preamplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45980595912877,"sku":"NEW-MFM6X-SIL","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6X_BLK_02-Large__42773.1728468881.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778096318"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6si-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6si Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTotally Redesigned Upgrade of a Bestselling Integrated Amp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity's new 220-watt-per-channel M6si integrated amplifier improves on the bestselling M6i model, which earned the kind of rave reviews that we've come to expect from the British company's components. The M6si enhances your listening experience by providing more inputs and completely new internal circuitry to offer greatly improved technical and sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDespite its highly affordable price tag, the M6si provides true high-end sound quality. Because of the considerable amount of power on tap (220-watts-per-channel at 8 ohms), the sonics are effortless and unstressed. Its stability margins are huge, so it will drive any loudspeaker easily. But this is only the beginning of what the M6si really does, which is sounding fantastically musical. Because of its preamp\/power amp configuration it produces wide, stable images with an effortless, clear, un-grainy sound quality. The bottom end is delivered with a vast punch and speed of attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Tough Act to Follow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6i was a tough act to follow. \"We felt that the original M6i's package size, power and price were spot on,\" says Musical Fidelity Founder and CEO Antony Michaelson. What he felt was needed was the addition of extra input facilities and, if possible, an all around improvement of technical performance. \"By the way, despite endless component price rises during the M6i's life, we didn't alter its selling price. This made our final requirement even harder,\" reports Antony. \"The M6si should not be significantly more expensive than the outgoing model.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Completely Separate Internal Monoblock Amps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn designing the M6si, the engineers decided to use Musical Fidelity's exclusive SMD Surface Mount Design layout techniques. This reduced the size of the circuit's footprint and allowed greatly increased flexibility with the internal layout. Consequently, the M6si is configured as a preamp with two completely separate and independent monoblock power amps. In other words, the M6si is a proper preamp with its own separate regulated power supply and discrete monoblock power amps sharing same casework This is a big change from the outgoing M6i. The M6si's technical performance is a significant advance on the old model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImmaculate Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si performs immaculately. There is no other way to put it. Because of its preamp + two monoblocks power amp configuration, both channels perform virtually identically, which is exactly what you would expect from a preamp with separate power amps but \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e what you would expect from a normal integrated amplifier. The makes the M6si unique compared to other integrateds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDistortion is very low at less than 0.005%. More tellingly, HF distortion is incredibly low. The vast majority of amplifiers suffer huge increases in distortion as you go up in frequency. The M6si's meticulous PCB and circuit design means that HF performance is virtually identical to the LF performance. This is significant for sound quality. Thus, at 10 kHz distortion is only about 0.006% and at 20 kHz it measures an astonishingly low 0.007%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChannel separation is remarkable, and remarkably consistent, too. Most amplifiers (integrated or pre\/power) have dramatically worsening crosstalk as the frequency increases. The M6si's crosstalk is outstanding. Even at 20 kHz, it is better than 82dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImpressive Onboard Phono Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si's onboard phono stage is also special, starting with its MC moving coil and MM moving magnet compatibility. It boasts a very accurate RIAA, within ± 0.5dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Also it maintains its accuracy right out to 50 kHz. The MM noise ratio is an outstanding 93dB down, while even more amazingly the MC stage is about 87dB down. The phono stage distortion is a very low 0.01%. All in all the M6si's, phono stage is exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e24-bit\/96 kHz Asynchronous USB Input\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 24-bit\/96 kHz asynchronous USB input uses exactly the same circuitry and technology as Musical Fidelity's highly regarded V-Link and other top quality computer interfaces. Jitter is virtually eliminated. Noise is incredibly low and distortion is virtually nonexistent. The M6si's USB input is capable of eking out the finest details from the computer source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si also has a home theater bypass for easy integration into your theater system, preamp output jacks, and 12-volt trigger inputs and outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAt the end of it all, the M6si offers true high-end sound quality, an extensive range of useful inputs, a compact package, reliability, and a highly affordable price for the level of build and performance that it delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Masterful M6 Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity designed the M6 series to be the high-quality heart of your home entertainment, combining power, performance and future-proof features into beautifully built components that will delight for years to come. The series includes a CD player, DAC, integrated amplifier, preamplifier, and power amplifier. Each of these is packed with innovation, enabling it to deliver the best from both traditional discs and modern digital streams. Whatever style and source of music you love, the M6 series is ready to serve it up flawlessly. The exceptional sonic talents are matched by premium fit and finish. This is high-end hi-fi you'll be proud to own – all at an attainable price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45980601581741,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI-BLK","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI_BLK01-Large__60711.1739914869.1280.1280_ac4cecfe-65cd-48f0-ac84-94eb257b9576.jpg?v=1778101166"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Full-Width DAC That Does One Job Properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M3x DAC is a converter and nothing else. No streaming board, no app, no headphone stage sharing the power supply. A PCM1795 does the conversion, an SRC4392 handles upsampling ahead of it, and the whole chassis exists to serve those two chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFive inputs sit on the back. Two coaxial and two optical take 24-bit\/192kHz, and a USB Type B input handles 32-bit\/192kHz PCM plus DSD256 in both DoP and native form. Everything in the rack can stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalanced Outputs at a Sensible Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth output conventions are here: a balanced XLR pair at 4V and a single-ended RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M3x can feed a preamplifier or drive a power amplifier directly and save you a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEach analog output stage has its own buffer, built for low noise and enough current to hold up over a long cable run. Output impedance stays under 50 ohms, which means the input stage downstream is not being asked to work around the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat the Upsampling Is Actually Doing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIncoming PCM is reclocked and upsampled to 192kHz before it reaches the converter, which moves the filtering further away from the audible band. DSD, by contrast, plays in its native form rather than being converted to PCM first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Numbers Behind the Quiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 107dB A-weighted at 1kHz, distortion under 0.005%, and channel separation better than -115dB at 10kHz. Jitter is held under 48 picoseconds peak to peak and linearity holds within 0.2dB down to -100dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs -0.2dB at 20Hz and 0.1dB at 20kHz, and is still within 1.5dB at 70kHz. The chassis is a full-width 440 by 100 by 363mm at 6.8kg, drawing 15 watts at most and under half a watt in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a converter, not a Swiss army knife\u003c\/strong\u003e — the budget went into conversion and analog output stages rather than into features you would switch off anyway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have four digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — two coaxial and two optical inputs plus USB mean the streamer, disc player, television and computer all keep a permanent home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier has balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4V XLR pair uses them properly, and the fixed-or-variable switch decides which box holds the volume control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play DSD as well as PCM\u003c\/strong\u003e — DSD256 arrives over USB in native form or as DoP, so nothing is converted to PCM on the way in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the headphone stage chosen to suit your cans\u003c\/strong\u003e — line level out, into one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on one coaxial, disc player on the other, television and console on the optical pair. Out the back, run XLR to a balanced amplifier or RCA to anything else, then set the output switch to fixed if your amplifier is handling volume and variable if you want the M3x to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAfter that it is a component you stop thinking about, which is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M3x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your library on the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box the RCA output is looking for — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables to make use of the 4V output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-width shelf for a full-width box — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial, two optical and one USB Type B. The coaxial and optical inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e32-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM and DSD256, both as DoP and native, over USB Audio Class 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M3x controls the level. Set them fixed and volume stays with your preamplifier or integrated amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the output voltages?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e4V RMS at 0dBFS from the balanced XLR pair and 2V RMS from the RCA pair, with output impedance under 50 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFifteen watts at maximum and under half a watt in standby, so it can be left switched on without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6D26Aygx0Mk\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e2ndhandhifiuk examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YIwVRuejc1Y\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced connections, or upsampling? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45980604235949,"sku":"NEW-MFM3XDAC-BLK","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3XDAC-BLK_01_front_2026__92925.1770827762.1280.1280_82eb1fa2-9bcf-4ad3-a6f7-8ff62c7778aa.jpg?v=1778166209"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-x-tube-tube-output-buffer","title":"Musical Fidelity X-Tube Tube Output Buffer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Class A Tube Buffer for Line-Level Sources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Musical Fidelity X-Tube connects between a line-level source and an amplifier or preamplifier, presenting the source with an easy-to-drive 470k-ohm input and feeding the next component from a low-impedance output. This buffering can be especially useful when a source has a modest analog output stage or must drive a difficult input or cable load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo 6922\/E88CC Triodes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo 6922\/E88CC tubes operate in a pure Class A circuit. The X-Tube adds approximately 1 dB of gain while maintaining a wide 20 Hz–80 kHz response, less than 0.003% specified distortion, and greater than 96 dB unweighted signal-to-noise ratio. A front-panel bypass function makes it easy to compare the buffered and direct signal paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple RCA Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect one stereo RCA source to the input, then connect the X-Tube output to an available stereo RCA input on the amplifier or preamplifier. A separate RCA bypass output is also provided. The unit is single-ended only; it does not provide balanced XLR connections. Its compact aluminum chassis contains the power supply and accepts 100–230V AC through a standard IEC inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981152542893,"sku":"NEW-MFXTUBE","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFXTUBE_01_angle_2026__75386.1774018961.1280.1280_7be3fd2d-9e94-47a8-abd2-8c0a56e96c97.jpg?v=1778166200"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6xtt-turntable-with-tonearm","title":"Musical Fidelity M6xTT Turntable with Tonearm","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity's Entry Point Into Reference Turntable Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6xTT brings Musical Fidelity's flagship M8xTT design philosophy down to a more affordable tier, tracing back to the early-2000s M1 turntable created by founder Antony Michaelson with Heinz Lichtenegger, once its distributor, now its owner. That original idea still holds: combine the inert mass of metal alloys with zero-resonating acrylic, decoupling the motor from the tonearm and platter entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6xTT's 9-inch tonearm shares its low-resonance design with the M8xTT's, in a shorter tube with a streamlined headshell and a direct 5-pin DIN output. A transparent acrylic bearing ring and conical aluminum tonearm tube keep resonance to a minimum, and two TPE-damped counterweights are included to balance a wide range of cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis package ships without a cartridge, leaving that choice up to you. Electronic speed control switches between 33⅓ and 45rpm at the push of a button, driven by the same DC-generated AC motor control found in the pricier M8xTT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDual-Plinth Acrylic Construction, Refined From the Flagship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Acrylic Plinths, Decoupled by Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwin layers of zero-resonating acrylic are held apart by Teflon spacers and joined magnetically. The tonearm mounts to the upper plinth, the motor to the lower one. Isolation foam under the motor keeps its vibration from ever reaching the tonearm or platter through the shared structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour TPE-damped aluminum feet support the whole assembly, each height-adjustable by turning its middle section — the same kind of careful isolation Musical Fidelity built into the original M1 two decades ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA DC-Generated Motor and a 14.5-Pound Platter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe motor runs on a precision DC-driven AC generator. Its frequency and voltage are built from scratch by the turntable's own control electronics, not pulled from your wall current. Push a button to switch between 33⅓ and 45rpm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA one-piece belt, made without any gluing, connects the motor to a TPE-damped aluminum platter weighing a substantial 14.5 pounds — mass that helps keep speed steady once the platter is spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\"It strikes an elegant balance between excitement and poise that serves nearly every musical genre well,\" Hi-Fi Choice concluded after testing the M6xTT with an Ortofon Cadenza Blue cartridge. \"A turntable that sounds every bit as classy as it looks.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSoundStage! Australia's Mark Busby, listening with a Kiseki Blue moving-coil cartridge, called the M6xTT \"a very welcome addition to the vinyl replay world,\" concluding that it \"balances elegance and playability\" and is \"highly recommended.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Turntable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the M8xTT's design philosophy at a friendlier price\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same dual-plinth, decoupled-motor concept, refined for the M6 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a tonearm built for a wide range of cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e — VTA and azimuth adjustable, with two TPE-damped counterweights included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want push-button electronic speed switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — generated independently of your home's mains power quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious vibration isolation matters to your setup\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual acrylic plinths and TPE-damped feet work together to keep it quiet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the cartridge to be your choice\u003c\/strong\u003e — the tonearm is ready for anything in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ephono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6xTT has no built-in phono preamp, and this package includes no cartridge. Two choices come first: an MM or MC cartridge for the tonearm, and a phono preamp with gain and loading matched to whichever you pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOnce both are in place, the included semi-balanced phono interconnect cable (5-pin DIN to gold-plated RCA) runs from the tonearm to your amplifier or receiver's phono input, or to a separate outboard phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere the M6xTT goes from here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the adjustable tonearm and two included counterweights are ready for a wide range of MM and MC designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — required for playback, matched in gain and loading to whichever cartridge you choose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — with a phono input suited to your cartridge type, or paired with a separate phono preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio racks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rigid, level shelf lets the dual-plinth isolation and TPE-damped feet do their job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the M6xTT include a cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis package doesn't include one, so you can choose an MM or MC cartridge to match your system and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt needs an external phono preamp with gain and loading matched to whichever cartridge you install — there's no phono stage built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I change speeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePush a button. Electronic speed control switches between 33⅓ and 45rpm, generated by the turntable's own DC-driven AC motor control rather than your home's mains power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs a dust cover included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA clear acrylic dust cover is available separately, not included in this package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat cartridges will the tonearm accept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA wide range, thanks to the two included TPE-damped counterweights sized for different cartridge weights, plus full VTA and azimuth adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the M6xTT related to the M8xTT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt shares the M8xTT's dual-plinth, decoupled-motor design philosophy and DC-generated speed control, in a more affordable package with a shorter tonearm tube and streamlined headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn independent look at the M6xTT's design and construction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SFAQJ6gqE0U\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6xTT Turntable is Here with a stylish Design similar to the Bigger M8xTT Turntable\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, cartridge selection, or phono preamps? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981199794349,"sku":"NEW-MFM6XTT-ARM","price":6299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6XTT-ARM_01_front_mat_2024__14101.1735318821.1280.1280_766cb970-9bf6-4fc7-b7b9-881861418cbf.jpg?v=1778160198"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-dac-digital-to-analog-converter-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Digital-to-Analog Converter - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEight Tubes Between the Chips and Your Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC is the company's flagship converter. Its defining feature is what sits after the conversion. Eight 7586 nuvistor triodes form a balanced Class A buffer stage. What reaches your amplifier has passed through valves, not another op-amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is handled by two ES9038Q2M chips in dual mono, one per channel, with eight selectable digital filters. Digital and analog sections get their own power supplies, fed by a low-noise toroidal transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSix Ways In, and All of Them Serious\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical inputs, a coaxial, an AES\/EBU and a USB Type B cover the back panel. An I2S input sits alongside them for a matching transport. The USB input reaches 768kHz PCM and native DSD512. MQA decodes fully in hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs come as a balanced XLR pair at 4V and an RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable. Set them variable and the Nu-Vista runs a power amplifier directly, with no preamplifier in the chain at all. Set them fixed and it behaves as a source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere Twenty-One Kilos Goes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTotal correlated jitter is held under 100 femtoseconds. Signal-to-noise measures better than 120dB A-weighted at 1kHz, distortion under 0.003%, and channel separation better than 130dB at 10kHz. Linearity holds within 0.5dB down to -130dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Nuvistors, and Not Just Any Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 7586 is a metal-cased miniature triode. It was built for reliability and low microphony rather than for glow. Musical Fidelity uses it here as a low-impedance output stage, which is why output impedance stays under 10 ohms despite the valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis measures 483 by 188 by 510mm and weighs 21.5kg. Consumption is 40 watts at maximum, and under half a watt in standby. Trigger in and out are fitted. So are power connections for the optional Nu-Vista Uni PSU, which is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have chased the last of the digital edge\u003c\/strong\u003e — a balanced Class A nuvistor stage is a different answer than another op-amp. It is the reason this DAC exists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour system runs balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4V XLR pair and sub-10-ohm output impedance drive long cable runs, so the interconnect stays out of the way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to remove the preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — fixed and variable outputs mean the Nu-Vista can be your volume control, so one box and one interconnect leave the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour library is everything at once\u003c\/strong\u003e — 768kHz PCM, native DSD512 and full hardware MQA decoding mean nothing in your collection needs converting before it plays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the network side chosen separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the AES\/EBU or coaxial input and the Nu-Vista does the rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on AES\/EBU, disc player on coaxial. Televisions and consoles go across the three optical inputs. Run balanced XLR to your power amplifier where you can. Then choose fixed if a preamplifier handles volume, or variable to let the Nu-Vista do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGive it a shelf that will take the weight, and leave it powered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the Nu-Vista DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables worthy of the output stage — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a component with its own separate supplies — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shelf rated for 21.5kg — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the nuvistors actually doing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEight 7586 triodes form the balanced Class A buffer between the converter and the outputs. They are the analog stage, not a tone control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical, one coaxial, one AES\/EBU, one USB Type B and an I2S input. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs run to 24-bit\/192kHz, MQA to 384kHz and DoP DSD64.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePCM to 768kHz, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512, with full MQA decoding in hardware. It needs USB 2.0 or higher on the computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it replace my preamplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Switch the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the Nu-Vista controls level, so a power amplifier or active speakers connect directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the Nu-Vista Uni PSU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn outboard power supply Musical Fidelity sells separately. The DAC has the connections for it and works fully without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e483 by 188 by 510mm and 21.5kg, so a deep, well-supported shelf rather than a standard component space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KB32eqErnFI\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Overview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003einfoaudio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o4pwGfnqfDc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, valve output stages, or balanced connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981222666413,"sku":"NEW-MFNVDAC-SIL","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVDAC_SIL_01_2023__19136.1728469858.1280.1280_41e2014a-876c-45d0-9670-eb6870140981.jpg?v=1778148419"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-vinyl-2-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Reference Phono Stage Built Around a Rare Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 is a flagship MM\/MC phono stage built around eight 7586 nuvistor tubes, set in a balanced buffer circuit. Nuvistors are a tiny, metal-shelled kind of vacuum tube. They have been largely out of production since the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity has kept a private stock of them for its Nu-Vista line since the 1990s, and the Vinyl 2 is part of that same lineage. It shares the Nu-Vista name with the brand's Nu-Vista DAC, launched alongside it. The Nu-Vista 600.2 and 800.2 integrated amplifiers carry the name too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThis is the Vinyl 2, Musical Fidelity's reference phono stage, introduced in late 2023. It's distinct from the newer Nu-Vista Vinyl S. The Vinyl S is a companion model, built in a smaller, more affordable cabinet for owners of the compact 600.2 and 800.2 amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S is not a replacement for the Vinyl 2. Both remain current, and each is aimed at a different size of system, so the choice is about the rack it joins rather than which came later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuild quality matches the ambition. The chassis measures 483 by 188 by 510mm and weighs 22kg. An optional external Nu-Vista Uni PSU power supply is also available, for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePrecision Adjustment for Every Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eGain steps in 3dB increments across four MM settings: 40, 43, 46, and 49dB. Four MC settings step the same way: 60, 63, 66, and 69dB, each with an optional +6dB boost. Every setting is made from the front panel menu or the remote. There are no internal jumpers to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMC loading offers eight switchable values: 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 400, 800, and 1,000 ohms, plus a 47 kOhm setting. MM input loading is fixed at 47 kOhms. Capacitance is selectable from 50 to 400pF on MM, or fixed at 400pF on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree curves are built in: RIAA, Decca and Columbia. The last two suit older pressings, cut before RIAA became the standard. RIAA accuracy on the standard curve is rated within ±0.2dB on MM and ±0.2\/-0.25dB on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110dB A-weighted on MM, and 98dB on MC. THD at 1kHz stays under 0.005% on MM and under 0.008% on MC. Those are reference figures, not merely good ones. A subsonic filter offers off, mild or standard settings. The standard setting cuts at 20Hz with an 18dB per octave slope, which is enough for a warped record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMenu-Driven Control With a Warm-Up Ritual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA front-panel display and menu system replace the small switches found on most phono stages. Gain, loading, capacitance, EQ curve, and subsonic filtering are all set through the menu or the remote. Settings store per input, so each turntable keeps its own setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo balanced XLR inputs and two unbalanced RCA inputs are provided. One balanced XLR output and one unbalanced RCA output round out the back panel, and both can run at the same time. Each input has its own ground terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAn LED beside the tubes tracks warm-up. It glows red during a brief startup mute, then orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability, usually after about 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAdam Smith reviewed the Vinyl 2 for Hi-Fi News in March 2024, awarding it an \"HFN Outstanding\" rating. He described the \"bass lines\" as \"tight and deep, with a superb amount of detail at all times.\" He found the treble \"crisp, clean, open and precise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe noted the Vinyl 2 \"has abilities in terms of dynamics that are a rarity, even at this not inconsiderable price.\" He concluded that Musical Fidelity's \"preferred ‘neutral, dynamic and vivid’ sound is absolutely nailed\" by it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBarry James Johnston reviewed it for SoundStage Australia in October 2024. He found that it \"did not present any components that were not on the record.\" As he put it, \"it just didn't, full-stop.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe called it \"one of the best pieces of hi-fi equipment I have had my hands on, period.\" He praised its \"dynamics for days, and a beautifully clean insight into the track, at all times.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamp Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors building a genuine reference-level system.\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare nuvistor tube circuit and menu-driven precision aim squarely at the high end of vinyl playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of hard-to-match MC cartridges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight loading values and 3dB gain steps dial in a far finer match than a handful of fixed switch positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors with pre-RIAA pressings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in Decca and Columbia curves handle older records cut before the RIAA standard took hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone building a balanced XLR system.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two XLR inputs and a balanced XLR output sit alongside RCA connections throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt expects a front end of the same class\u003c\/strong\u003e — a nuvistor circuit, eight loading values and 3dB gain steps only show their worth behind a tonearm and cartridge built to match. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003emoving coil cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e include the ones it is designed to resolve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRun your turntable's cable into one of the Vinyl 2's RCA or XLR inputs, matched to your tonearm's cable. Connect its ground wire to the matching terminal, then connect its RCA or XLR output to your preamp the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUse the front panel menu or remote to set gain, loading, capacitance, and EQ curve for your cartridge. Give the nuvistor tubes roughly 20 minutes to reach full thermal stability before critical listening. The blue status LED will let you know when they're ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e with a balanced tonearm output to take advantage of its XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMoving coil phono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e matched to its eight-step loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e with balanced XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect cables\u003c\/a\u003e, balanced or unbalanced, to connect its outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat is a nuvistor, and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA nuvistor is a miniature metal-shelled vacuum tube, largely out of production since the 1970s. Musical Fidelity has held a private stock for its Nu-Vista components since the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Nu-Vista Vinyl S?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S uses similar nuvistor tube circuitry in a smaller, less expensive cabinet. It's aimed at owners of Musical Fidelity's compact integrated amps. The Vinyl 2 is the larger, full-featured reference model, and both remain current models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I use this with cartridges other than modern MM and MC types?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, to a degree. Built-in Decca and Columbia equalization curves are provided for older records cut before the RIAA standard. The standard RIAA curve handles everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDo I need the optional Nu-Vista Uni PSU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl 2 runs on its own internal power supply. The Uni PSU is an optional external upgrade. It's for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow do I know when the tubes are ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA status LED beside the tubes turns from red at startup to orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue after roughly 20 minutes, once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity covers the Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 with a two-year warranty, managed through its local authorized distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about matching a phono preamp to your cartridge, balanced connections, or getting the most from your vinyl collection? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981223157933,"sku":"NEW-MFNVVINYL2-SIL","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVVINYL2_SIL_01_2023__70588.1726826488.1280.1280_e0e003a9-21df-4088-88c2-70fe4fabed6a.jpg?v=1778148767"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Full-Width DAC That Does One Job Properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M3x DAC is a converter and nothing else. No streaming board, no app, no headphone stage sharing the power supply. A PCM1795 does the conversion, an SRC4392 handles upsampling ahead of it, and the whole chassis exists to serve those two chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFive inputs sit on the back. Two coaxial and two optical take 24-bit\/192kHz, and a USB Type B input handles 32-bit\/192kHz PCM plus DSD256 in both DoP and native form. Everything in the rack can stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalanced Outputs at a Sensible Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth output conventions are here: a balanced XLR pair at 4V and a single-ended RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M3x can feed a preamplifier or drive a power amplifier directly and save you a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEach analog output stage has its own buffer, built for low noise and enough current to hold up over a long cable run. Output impedance stays under 50 ohms, which means the input stage downstream is not being asked to work around the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat the Upsampling Is Actually Doing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIncoming PCM is reclocked and upsampled to 192kHz before it reaches the converter, which moves the filtering further away from the audible band. DSD, by contrast, plays in its native form rather than being converted to PCM first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Numbers Behind the Quiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 107dB A-weighted at 1kHz, distortion under 0.005%, and channel separation better than -115dB at 10kHz. Jitter is held under 48 picoseconds peak to peak and linearity holds within 0.2dB down to -100dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs -0.2dB at 20Hz and 0.1dB at 20kHz, and is still within 1.5dB at 70kHz. The chassis is a full-width 440 by 100 by 363mm at 6.8kg, drawing 15 watts at most and under half a watt in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a converter, not a Swiss army knife\u003c\/strong\u003e — the budget went into conversion and analog output stages rather than into features you would switch off anyway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have four digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — two coaxial and two optical inputs plus USB mean the streamer, disc player, television and computer all keep a permanent home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier has balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4V XLR pair uses them properly, and the fixed-or-variable switch decides which box holds the volume control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play DSD as well as PCM\u003c\/strong\u003e — DSD256 arrives over USB in native form or as DoP, so nothing is converted to PCM on the way in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the headphone stage chosen to suit your cans\u003c\/strong\u003e — line level out, into one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on one coaxial, disc player on the other, television and console on the optical pair. Out the back, run XLR to a balanced amplifier or RCA to anything else, then set the output switch to fixed if your amplifier is handling volume and variable if you want the M3x to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAfter that it is a component you stop thinking about, which is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M3x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your library on the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box the RCA output is looking for — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables to make use of the 4V output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-width shelf for a full-width box — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial, two optical and one USB Type B. The coaxial and optical inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e32-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM and DSD256, both as DoP and native, over USB Audio Class 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M3x controls the level. Set them fixed and volume stays with your preamplifier or integrated amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the output voltages?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e4V RMS at 0dBFS from the balanced XLR pair and 2V RMS from the RCA pair, with output impedance under 50 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFifteen watts at maximum and under half a watt in standby, so it can be left switched on without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6D26Aygx0Mk\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e2ndhandhifiuk examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YIwVRuejc1Y\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced connections, or upsampling? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981232660653,"sku":"NEW-MFM3XDAC-SIL","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3XDAC-SIL_01_front_2026__33163.1770827843.1280.1280_a7f58eec-eb43-47c3-af80-104fbe2bfd39.jpg?v=1778166216"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-power-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s PRX Power Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Hundred and Thirty Watts, Choke Regulated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6s PRX makes 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms. The interesting part is how it is powered. Musical Fidelity uses a Choke Regulated Power Supply, which is not what you find in most amps at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA choke filters the supply passively, rather than leaning on regulation circuitry near the signal path. The measured result is a signal-to-noise ratio better than 120dB. That is where this amp pulls away from its rivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion sits below 0.007% typical, and frequency response runs from 10Hz up to 100kHz within a single decibel. Those are numbers that hold up against amplifiers costing a good deal more than this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eInside the Chassis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnectivity is more generous than most power amps offer. Two RCA line inputs are fitted alongside one balanced XLR, so more than one source can stay plugged in without a switch box sitting in front of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is 440mm wide, 125 high and 395 deep, and the amp weighs 19.7kg. Most of that mass is transformer and heatsink. That is simply what 230 watts a channel of linear amplification costs you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt comes in black or silver, finished to sit alongside the rest of Musical Fidelity's M6s series, so a matching preamplifier and this amplifier look like one system rather than two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a genuinely quiet amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — better than 120dB signal-to-noise, from a choke-regulated supply rather than regulation circuitry sitting near the signal path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers ask for power\u003c\/strong\u003e — 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms drives the great majority of domestic loudspeakers without the amplifier ever being the limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more than one source\u003c\/strong\u003e — two RCA inputs plus a balanced XLR means a second source can stay connected, which most power amplifiers do not allow at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour preamplifier is balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — the XLR input is there for the long run from preamp to amplifier, which is where single-ended cable picks up hum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — volume and input switching live in the preamp or streamer\/DAC ahead of it. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/musical-fidelity-m6s-preamplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eM6s\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your preamplifier by balanced XLR, or a source by either of the two RCA inputs. Speakers go to the binding posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 19.7kg it wants a shelf rated for the weight, and 395mm of depth plus room behind for cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHere are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required, and the natural next decision — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carry the current properly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR is the better run from preamp to amp — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the amplifier a proper shelf — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e230 watts per channel into 8 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a Choke Regulated Power Supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA supply filtered passively by a choke rather than by regulation circuitry near the signal path. Musical Fidelity credits it for the amplifier's signal-to-noise figure of better than 120dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree: two RCA line-level inputs and one balanced XLR, which is unusually generous for a power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the bench figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTHD plus noise below 0.007% typical, signal-to-noise better than 120dB, and frequency response of 10Hz to 100kHz within a decibel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440mm wide, 125mm high and 395mm deep, weighing 19.7kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, matching the rest of the M6s series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA three-way comparison against the Arcam PA240 and Cambridge Edge W:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bpWe7Bjnct8\" title=\"Arcam PA240 vs Cambridge Edge W vs Musical Fidelity M6s PRX Amplifier Comparison\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about power amplifiers, bridging an amplifier to mono, or building a separates system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981453615277,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRX-BLK","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-black-front-enhanced.jpg?v=1785614741"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-dac-digital-to-analog-converter-black","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Digital-to-Analog Converter - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEight Tubes Between the Chips and Your Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC is the company's flagship converter. Its defining feature is what sits after the conversion. Eight 7586 nuvistor triodes form a balanced Class A buffer stage. What reaches your amplifier has passed through valves, not another op-amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is handled by two ES9038Q2M chips in dual mono, one per channel, with eight selectable digital filters. Digital and analog sections get their own power supplies, fed by a low-noise toroidal transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSix Ways In, and All of Them Serious\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical inputs, a coaxial, an AES\/EBU and a USB Type B cover the back panel. An I2S input sits alongside them for a matching transport. The USB input reaches 768kHz PCM and native DSD512. MQA decodes fully in hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs come as a balanced XLR pair at 4V and an RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable. Set them variable and the Nu-Vista runs a power amplifier directly, with no preamplifier in the chain at all. Set them fixed and it behaves as a source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere Twenty-One Kilos Goes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTotal correlated jitter is held under 100 femtoseconds. Signal-to-noise measures better than 120dB A-weighted at 1kHz, distortion under 0.003%, and channel separation better than 130dB at 10kHz. Linearity holds within 0.5dB down to -130dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Nuvistors, and Not Just Any Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 7586 is a metal-cased miniature triode. It was built for reliability and low microphony rather than for glow. Musical Fidelity uses it here as a low-impedance output stage, which is why output impedance stays under 10 ohms despite the valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis measures 483 by 188 by 510mm and weighs 21.5kg. Consumption is 40 watts at maximum, and under half a watt in standby. Trigger in and out are fitted. So are power connections for the optional Nu-Vista Uni PSU, which is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have chased the last of the digital edge\u003c\/strong\u003e — a balanced Class A nuvistor stage is a different answer than another op-amp. It is the reason this DAC exists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour system runs balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4V XLR pair and sub-10-ohm output impedance drive long cable runs, so the interconnect stays out of the way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to remove the preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — fixed and variable outputs mean the Nu-Vista can be your volume control, so one box and one interconnect leave the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour library is everything at once\u003c\/strong\u003e — 768kHz PCM, native DSD512 and full hardware MQA decoding mean nothing in your collection needs converting before it plays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the network side chosen separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the AES\/EBU or coaxial input and the Nu-Vista does the rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on AES\/EBU, disc player on coaxial. Televisions and consoles go across the three optical inputs. Run balanced XLR to your power amplifier where you can. Then choose fixed if a preamplifier handles volume, or variable to let the Nu-Vista do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGive it a shelf that will take the weight, and leave it powered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the Nu-Vista DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables worthy of the output stage — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a component with its own separate supplies — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shelf rated for 21.5kg — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the nuvistors actually doing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEight 7586 triodes form the balanced Class A buffer between the converter and the outputs. They are the analog stage, not a tone control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical, one coaxial, one AES\/EBU, one USB Type B and an I2S input. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs run to 24-bit\/192kHz, MQA to 384kHz and DoP DSD64.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePCM to 768kHz, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512, with full MQA decoding in hardware. It needs USB 2.0 or higher on the computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it replace my preamplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Switch the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the Nu-Vista controls level, so a power amplifier or active speakers connect directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the Nu-Vista Uni PSU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn outboard power supply Musical Fidelity sells separately. The DAC has the connections for it and works fully without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e483 by 188 by 510mm and 21.5kg, so a deep, well-supported shelf rather than a standard component space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KB32eqErnFI\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Overview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003einfoaudio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o4pwGfnqfDc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, valve output stages, or balanced connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981509976237,"sku":"NEW-MFNVDAC-BLK","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVDAC_BLK_01_2023__05866.1728469665.1280.1280_6dcf8326-92a1-475f-94a1-468adad54309.jpg?v=1778148445"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6si500-dual-mono-integrated-amplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6si500 Dual Mono Integrated Amplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Monoblocks and a Preamp, in One Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6si500 is an integrated amplifier only in the sense that it lives in one box. Inside are a separate preamp stage and two independent monoblock power amps, each with its own large toroidal transformer feeding it. The preamp sits above them on its own level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat layout is why the numbers look the way they do. Power is 500 watts per channel into 8 ohms. There is no shared supply for the two channels to fight over, so what one channel is doing has no effect on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat 500 Watts Buys You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is not really about volume. A speaker that dips low in impedance asks for current, and most amplifiers start to strain when it does. This one does not, which is why it holds its shape on dense music where a smaller amp turns the bottom end to mush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt Like the Price Suggests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front panel is milled from a single extrusion of military-grade aluminum, and the heatsinks are made specially rather than bought in. The whole thing weighs 30kg, or 66 pounds, and measures 440 by 160 by 460mm. It needs a shelf that means it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Bench Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.01% across the audio band, and signal-to-noise is better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response runs from 10Hz to 20kHz within a tenth of a decibel. Those are the figures of a well-sorted power amplifier, not a compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnections are deliberately plain. Four line-level RCA inputs, one of them switchable to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input. On the way out there is a preamp output and a fixed-level output. Nothing else is in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDoug Schroeder reviewed this amplifier for \u003cem\u003eDagogo\u003c\/em\u003e, under its earlier M6 500i name. His verdict on power was unambiguous: it \"has power on reserve to drive nearly any speaker you care to use.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat he valued was that the reserve was never audible as effort. \"I never felt the music lacked punch or weight,\" he wrote, having enjoyed \"the crispness of the M6 500i\" on bass-heavy material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers are hard to drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — 500 watts a channel from two independent monoblocks means the amplifier stops being the reason a difficult pair sounds flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want separates without the separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — a preamp and two monoblocks in one chassis saves two boxes, two power cords and a pair of interconnects, and the shelf space they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a home theater\u003c\/strong\u003e — one line input switches to bypass, so a processor can drive the front channels and the same amplifier serves both systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to last\u003c\/strong\u003e — a machined aluminum front, custom heatsinks and 66 pounds of build are what you are paying for as much as the watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe M6si500 is a pure analog amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no converter, no phono stage and no streaming on board, so digital sources need something ahead of it. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs take a CD player, a converter, a phono stage or a streamer, and a balanced XLR input takes a source with balanced outputs. One of the RCA inputs can be set to home theater bypass for an AV processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable goes to the binding posts. A preamp output and a fixed-level output are on the back for a subwoofer or a recorder, and the amplifier is happy driving long cable runs given the supply behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 watts a channel deserves a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The digital front end this amplifier leaves to you — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced or single-ended into the amp, and good cable out — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 66 pounds it needs a shelf built for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e500 watts per channel into 8 ohms, which Musical Fidelity quotes as 27dBW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does dual mono actually mean here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo independent monoblock power amps, each with its own toroidal transformer, plus a separate preamp stage above them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs, one of which can be set to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in DAC or phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a pure analog amplifier. A converter or phono stage connects to one of the line inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 160 by 460mm, weighing 30kg, or about 66 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the measured figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise below 0.01%, signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted, and response within 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHIghFIdelity Stereo runs the amplifier with a pair of PMC Twenty26:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LdqWbUiOwfc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500i + PMC Twenty26\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Phil Ear takes a closer look at the same amplifier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lzB6PykPpHo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500 i\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, matching an amp to your speakers, or building a two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981579673773,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI500-SIL","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI500-SIL_01_angle_2026__04955.1776436906.1280.1280_56a47ed3-87e9-4dce-beba-93fcc68fec31.jpg?v=1778166231"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6si-integrated-amplifier-chrome","title":"Musical Fidelity M6si Integrated Amplifier - Chrome","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTotally Redesigned Upgrade of a Bestselling Integrated Amp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity's new 220-watt-per-channel M6si integrated amplifier improves on the bestselling M6i model, which earned the kind of rave reviews that we've come to expect from the British company's components. The M6si enhances your listening experience by providing more inputs and completely new internal circuitry to offer greatly improved technical and sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDespite its highly affordable price tag, the M6si provides true high-end sound quality. Because of the considerable amount of power on tap (220-watts-per-channel at 8 ohms), the sonics are effortless and unstressed. Its stability margins are huge, so it will drive any loudspeaker easily. But this is only the beginning of what the M6si really does, which is sounding fantastically musical. Because of its preamp\/power amp configuration it produces wide, stable images with an effortless, clear, un-grainy sound quality. The bottom end is delivered with a vast punch and speed of attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Tough Act to Follow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6i was a tough act to follow. \"We felt that the original M6i's package size, power and price were spot on,\" says Musical Fidelity Founder and CEO Antony Michaelson. What he felt was needed was the addition of extra input facilities and, if possible, an all around improvement of technical performance. \"By the way, despite endless component price rises during the M6i's life, we didn't alter its selling price. This made our final requirement even harder,\" reports Antony. \"The M6si should not be significantly more expensive than the outgoing model.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Completely Separate Internal Monoblock Amps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn designing the M6si, the engineers decided to use Musical Fidelity's exclusive SMD Surface Mount Design layout techniques. This reduced the size of the circuit's footprint and allowed greatly increased flexibility with the internal layout. Consequently, the M6si is configured as a preamp with two completely separate and independent monoblock power amps. In other words, the M6si is a proper preamp with its own separate regulated power supply and discrete monoblock power amps sharing same casework This is a big change from the outgoing M6i. The M6si's technical performance is a significant advance on the old model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImmaculate Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si performs immaculately. There is no other way to put it. Because of its preamp + two monoblocks power amp configuration, both channels perform virtually identically, which is exactly what you would expect from a preamp with separate power amps but \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e what you would expect from a normal integrated amplifier. The makes the M6si unique compared to other integrateds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDistortion is very low at less than 0.005%. More tellingly, HF distortion is incredibly low. The vast majority of amplifiers suffer huge increases in distortion as you go up in frequency. The M6si's meticulous PCB and circuit design means that HF performance is virtually identical to the LF performance. This is significant for sound quality. Thus, at 10 kHz distortion is only about 0.006% and at 20 kHz it measures an astonishingly low 0.007%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChannel separation is remarkable, and remarkably consistent, too. Most amplifiers (integrated or pre\/power) have dramatically worsening crosstalk as the frequency increases. The M6si's crosstalk is outstanding. Even at 20 kHz, it is better than 82dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImpressive Onboard Phono Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si's onboard phono stage is also special, starting with its MC moving coil and MM moving magnet compatibility. It boasts a very accurate RIAA, within ± 0.5dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Also it maintains its accuracy right out to 50 kHz. The MM noise ratio is an outstanding 93dB down, while even more amazingly the MC stage is about 87dB down. The phono stage distortion is a very low 0.01%. All in all the M6si's, phono stage is exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e24-bit\/96 kHz Asynchronous USB Input\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 24-bit\/96 kHz asynchronous USB input uses exactly the same circuitry and technology as Musical Fidelity's highly regarded V-Link and other top quality computer interfaces. Jitter is virtually eliminated. Noise is incredibly low and distortion is virtually nonexistent. The M6si's USB input is capable of eking out the finest details from the computer source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si also has a home theater bypass for easy integration into your theater system, preamp output jacks, and 12-volt trigger inputs and outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAt the end of it all, the M6si offers true high-end sound quality, an extensive range of useful inputs, a compact package, reliability, and a highly affordable price for the level of build and performance that it delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Masterful M6 Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity designed the M6 series to be the high-quality heart of your home entertainment, combining power, performance and future-proof features into beautifully built components that will delight for years to come. The series includes a CD player, DAC, integrated amplifier, preamplifier, and power amplifier. Each of these is packed with innovation, enabling it to deliver the best from both traditional discs and modern digital streams. Whatever style and source of music you love, the M6 series is ready to serve it up flawlessly. The exceptional sonic talents are matched by premium fit and finish. This is high-end hi-fi you'll be proud to own – all at an attainable price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Chrome \/ New","offer_id":45981716545709,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI-CHR","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI_CHR_01_2023__91137.1724902972.1280.1280_ef642e12-6f7a-426c-a311-764b8ddf9c6f.jpg?v=1778147669"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m2scd-compact-disc-player-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M2SCD Compact Disc Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player That Does One Thing Completely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M2scd is the entry point to Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is a player rather than a hub. A disc goes in the front slot, a 24-bit converter handles it, and the music leaves on RCA outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat converter is a Delta-Sigma dual differential design running 8x oversampling. Dual differential means each channel is handled by its own pair of converter sections, which is where the channel separation figure of over 105dB comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo filters sit in the power path. A mains choke filter cleans what arrives from the wall, and a digital stream noise filter deals with what the digital section generates. Both exist to keep the analog stage quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Measurements Behind the Simplicity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB A-weighted. Frequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB, and linearity is within 0.1dB all the way down to -96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. That figure matters more than most on a disc player, because timing errors are the fault a converter cannot correct once they have happened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is 2.2 volts nominal from a 50-ohm source, with coaxial and optical digital outputs alongside. The case is 440mm wide, 375 deep and 100 tall, weighs 6.65kg and draws 20 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? described the look: \"Musical Fidelity has opted for a sleek, fuss-free design, with a small silver M2sCD insignia plate the only real flourish in terms of bodywork.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHifi Pig covered the engineering: \"The CD player features a mains choke filter and a high-tech digital stream noise filter which Musical Fidelity say allows the player to perform like much more expensive models\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a player, not a project\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slot, a remote and a pair of RCA outputs are the whole interface, so it works with any amplifier from the first disc you load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou partner it with an M2si\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed together and match in size, finish and character, so the pair reads as one system rather than two purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — jitter under 135 picoseconds and linearity within 0.1dB to -96dB are the figures that separate a good disc player from a merely adequate one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a slot to a tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — the disc is drawn in and held rather than carried on a plastic drawer, which is both quieter in use and one less thing to break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs let the M2scd serve as a transport whenever you want, so it stays useful as the system grows. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. At 2.2 volts from a 50-ohm source, the M2scd drives a long interconnect without losing its grip on the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter, take the coaxial or optical output to it instead. The disc data then leaves untouched and your DAC does the work the internal one would have done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M2scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The M2si is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the day you use the digital outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, giving channel separation of better than 105dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 2.2 volts nominal from 50 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd adds digital inputs so it also works as a converter for other sources. The M2scd concentrates entirely on playing discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, jitter under 135 picoseconds, and 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. The disc is drawn in from your hand, and the player pulls it back if you leave it protruding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 375 by 100mm and 6.65kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHenley Audio, Musical Fidelity's own distributor, on the M2sCD:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rgTX1EIdgXs\" title=\"Musical Fidelity | M2sCD and M2si\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, jitter and timing, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981860233389,"sku":"NEW-MFM2SCD-SIL","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM2SCD_SIL_01-Large__07469.1728370113.1280.1280_fb44cbe2-d02d-453f-a516-377ebe7a4d7d.jpg?v=1778095390"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3scd-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd plays discs like its smaller sibling, then adds the thing that changes what it is for. Three digital inputs on the back let other sources borrow its converter, so it becomes the digital hub of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are a coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, an optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B running to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, a set-top box and a computer all have somewhere to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAsynchronous is the word doing the work on that USB port. The M3scd clocks the data itself rather than following the computer, which keeps the computer's own timing out of the conversion entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSame Engineering, More Sockets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling. Distortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz, and signal-to-noise measures better than 117dB. The architecture is shared across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB. Linearity stays inside 0.1dB down to -96dB, channel separation reaches 105dB, and jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. Jitter is the number that matters most on a disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are line-level RCA, coaxial and optical digital, and a 12-volt trigger on a 3.5mm jack for switching a matching amplifier on with it. The case is 440 by 380 by 100mm and weighs 6.05kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds thin\u003c\/strong\u003e — run its optical output into the M3scd and the same converter that handles your discs handles broadcast and streaming sound as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep music on a computer\u003c\/strong\u003e — the asynchronous USB-B input takes 24-bit files to 96kHz and clocks them itself, so the computer's timing never reaches the conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, optical and USB together mean a disc player, a set-top box and a laptop can all stay connected and switched from the remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one converter for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — instead of a different DAC quality per source, every digital thing in the room ends up sounding like the M3scd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the system to power up together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger output switches a matching amplifier on with the player, which is a small thing that stops feeling small after a week. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the line-level RCA outputs to your amplifier. That single connection now carries your discs and everything you plug into the three digital inputs behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, a disc player or set-top box on coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The trigger output can switch a matching amplifier on at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M3scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial at 32 to 192kHz, optical at 32 to 96kHz, and asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does asynchronous USB mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd controls the timing rather than the computer, so jitter from the computer's own clock stays out of the conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M2scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe three digital inputs and the trigger output. The M2scd plays discs only; the M3scd also converts for other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, the same architecture used across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 380 by 100mm and 6.05kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA look at the M3sCD and its 24-bit\/192kHz converter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NSPHly2wU2M\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3SCD CD player \u0026amp; 192kHz x 24bit DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about using a CD player as a DAC, asynchronous USB, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981931077805,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-BLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3SCD_BLK_02-Large__70833.1728372507.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778095166"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-x-power-power-supply","title":"Musical Fidelity X-POWER Power Supply","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need To Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is A Power Conditioner — And Why Should You Care?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of a power conditioner as a filter between your wall outlet and your audio equipment. The electricity coming out of your wall socket isn’t always as clean and stable as you might expect. Modern homes are full of devices — LED lights, phone chargers, Wi-Fi routers, smart-home gadgets — that dump electrical noise back into your wiring. That noise can sneak into your audio components and affect how they sound and how long they last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA power conditioner cleans up that electricity before it reaches your gear. The Musical Fidelity X-Power does this while also protecting your components from sudden voltage spikes (like those caused by lightning or power-grid fluctuations) and blocking a common problem called DC offset that can make transformers inside your equipment hum or buzz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Layers Of Protection In One Compact Unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the X-Power stand out is that it combines three separate functions into a single, affordable device. According to Musical Fidelity, finding all three in one product at this price point is genuinely uncommon. Here’s what each layer does for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurge \u0026amp; Overvoltage Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — The X-Power uses a two-stage protection design. One protection circuit sits at the input and another at the output, so your equipment is shielded at both ends. If a voltage spike hits your power line — from a lightning strike, a utility-grid fluctuation, or a sudden load change — the X-Power diverts that excess energy away from your connected gear. Think of it as an insurance policy for your amplifier, DAC, and turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEMI\/RFI Filtering\u003c\/strong\u003e — EMI (electromagnetic interference) and RFI (radio-frequency interference) are types of electrical noise that travel along your power lines and can affect sensitive audio circuits. The X-Power uses a custom-built filter with dual common-mode chokes and specialized capacitors to suppress this interference. According to Musical Fidelity, the filter achieves greater than 60 dB of noise reduction at 100 kHz and more than 80 dB at 1 MHz — numbers that represent very serious noise suppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC Blocking\u003c\/strong\u003e — DC offset is a sneaky problem. It’s a small amount of unwanted direct-current voltage that rides along on your AC power line. Even a tiny bit of DC offset can push the transformer inside an amplifier or CD player into “saturation,” which causes audible mechanical humming and reduces the transformer’s efficiency. The X-Power’s DC blocker uses a carefully designed network of diodes and capacitors to strip out DC components (up to 2V) while letting the AC power pass through cleanly. If you’ve ever heard a faint buzz or hum from your amplifier that doesn’t go away no matter what you do, DC offset could be the culprit — and this is designed to fix it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Enough For Sources And Amplifiers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-Power is rated at 10A, which means it can handle up to approximately 1,100 watts in 110V regions (like the U.S.). That’s plenty for most audio setups. For source components like CD players, DACs, streamers, and phono stages — which typically draw only 20–40 watts each — you can connect the X-Power to a high-quality, unfiltered power strip and run several sources from one unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also has enough headroom for integrated amplifiers and power amplifiers. Musical Fidelity recommends connecting one amplifier per X-Power for the best results. For Class AB stereo amplifiers, they suggest it can comfortably handle amps up to around 700 watts. For Class A designs, it’s rated for stereo amps up to roughly 2 × 550W, and for tube amplifiers, up to about 2 × 200W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important tip from Musical Fidelity: they recommend keeping your digital sources (streamers, CD players, DACs) and analog sources (turntables, phono preamps) on separate X-Power units. Mixing digital and analog gear on the same conditioned line can potentially allow interference between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Return Of An Iconic Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re a long-time audio enthusiast, you might recognize the X-Power’s distinctive cylindrical shape. Musical Fidelity’s original X-Series from the late 1990s used this same “X-profile” design, and it became one of the most recognizable shapes in hi-fi. The X-Power revives that heritage with modern engineering inside a one-piece extruded aluminum chassis. Beyond looking great, the aluminum body serves a functional purpose: it provides excellent shielding against electromagnetic interference. A brushed aluminum faceplate on the front completes the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 108 × 105 × 274 mm and only 2.29 kg (about 5 lbs), the X-Power is compact enough to sit unobtrusively in a rack or alongside your existing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You own a quality audio system and want to protect it from power surges and electrical noise without spending a fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You’ve noticed a faint hum or buzz from your amplifier or power supply and suspect your home’s electrical supply might be the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You live in an area with unreliable power, frequent storms, or known electrical noise from nearby appliances or industrial equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want a single device that handles surge protection, EMI\/RFI filtering, and DC blocking instead of buying three separate products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You’re building or expanding a Musical Fidelity X-Series system and want a matching power conditioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s In The Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusical Fidelity X-Power Power Conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIEC power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the X-Power:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Strips \u0026amp; Distribution\u003c\/strong\u003e — Musical Fidelity recommends using the X-Power with a high-quality, \u003cem\u003eunfiltered\u003c\/em\u003e power strip to feed multiple source components. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/search-results\/?q=power+strip\"\u003ePower Strips \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusical Fidelity X-Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pair the X-Power with Musical Fidelity’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/prnt-mfxtube\"\u003eX-Tube Tube Output Buffer\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete X-Series duo that cleans your power and adds tube warmth to your signal chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDACs \u0026amp; Streamers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Feed conditioned power to your digital sources for the cleanest possible performance. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/shop-dacs\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/shop-music-streamers\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Give your amp a cleaner power foundation. Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/shop-integrated-amplifiers\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e, including models from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/search-results\/?lp=brand-musical-fidelity\"\u003eMusical Fidelity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e — A quality IEC power cable between your wall and the X-Power can make a difference. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/shop-power-cables\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Filtering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Stage Surge \u0026amp; Overvoltage Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — Protection circuits at both the input and output stages guard your equipment against voltage spikes from lightning, grid fluctuations, or sudden electrical load changes. The redundant two-stage design means your gear is protected even if one stage is overwhelmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance EMI\/RFI Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e — A custom filter built around dual common-mode chokes with common-mode and differential-mode capacitors suppresses electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. Musical Fidelity claims attenuation greater than 60 dB at 100 kHz and exceeding 80 dB at 1 MHz — meaning it strips away a very high percentage of the electrical noise riding on your power line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated DC Blocker (up to 2V)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Blocks unwanted DC voltage on your AC power line using a network of diodes and electrolytic capacitors. This prevents transformer saturation, which is the leading cause of mechanical hum and reduced efficiency in audio equipment with linear power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10A Rated Output\u003c\/strong\u003e — At 110V (North America), this translates to approximately 1,100 watts of clean power throughput. That’s enough to run a single amplifier or multiple low-draw source components through a quality power strip. Source gear (DACs, streamers, CD players, phono stages) typically draws 20–40W each, so you can comfortably power six or more at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Piece Extruded Aluminum Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e — The main body is machined from a single aluminum extrusion in Musical Fidelity’s iconic “X-profile” shape. This isn’t just for looks — the seamless aluminum construction provides excellent shielding against electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrushed Aluminum Faceplate\u003c\/strong\u003e — A polished, brushed aluminum front panel gives the X-Power a clean, modern look that matches well with other Musical Fidelity components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × IEC C14 10A socket (standard detachable power cord connection)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × Region-specific outlet (US NEMA variant available, also offered in Schuko, UK, and Australian versions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003ePower \u0026amp; Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Power Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. 10A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. Power Throughput (110V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈1,100W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. Power Throughput (230V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈2,300W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC 230\/240V 50\/60 Hz (110V version available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurge Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-stage (input \u0026amp; output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRFI Attenuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 60 dB @ 100 kHz, \u0026gt; 80 dB @ 1 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Blocker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC C14 10A socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × region-specific outlet (US, Schuko, UK, or AU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W × H × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108 × 105 × 274 mm (4.3” × 4.1” × 10.8”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (Net)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.29 kg (5.0 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.58 kg (5.7 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-piece extruded aluminum (X-profile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFaceplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushed aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does A Power Conditioner Actually Do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA power conditioner cleans up the electricity coming from your wall outlet before it reaches your audio gear. Your home’s power can carry electrical noise from other devices (Wi-Fi routers, LED bulbs, chargers), voltage spikes, and unwanted DC voltage. A conditioner filters out that noise and protects your equipment from power surges. The X-Power combines all three functions — surge protection, noise filtering, and DC blocking — in a single unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill The X-Power Make My System Sound Better?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe impact of power conditioning varies from system to system and depends on the quality of your home’s electrical supply. Some listeners notice immediately reduced hum and a quieter noise floor. Others may find the benefit is more about long-term equipment protection than a dramatic sonic change. The X-Power is designed first and foremost to provide cleaner, more stable power — which gives your components the best possible environment to perform as they were designed to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I Plug Multiple Components Into One X-Power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The X-Power has a single outlet, but you can connect it to a high-quality, \u003cem\u003eunfiltered\u003c\/em\u003e power strip and then plug multiple source components into that strip. Source devices like DACs, streamers, CD players, and phono preamps typically draw only 20–40 watts each, so the X-Power can comfortably handle six or more at once. Just make sure the power strip doesn’t have its own built-in filtering, which could conflict with the X-Power’s circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I Use One X-Power For My Whole System, Or Separate Units For Sources And Amplification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusical Fidelity recommends dedicating one X-Power per amplifier and a separate X-Power for your source components. They also suggest keeping digital devices (streamers, CD players, DACs) and analog devices (turntables, phono preamps) on separate conditioned lines. For a typical two-channel setup with one integrated amp and a few sources, two X-Power units would be ideal — one for the amp and one for your sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The X-Power Powerful Enough For My Amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn most cases, yes. At 110V (North America), the X-Power can deliver approximately 1,100 watts. Musical Fidelity provides guidelines: it can handle Class AB stereo amps up to around 700W, Class A stereo amps up to 2 × 550W, and tube amps up to 2 × 200W. Keep in mind that Class AB amplifiers draw power proportional to listening level, so in normal use, they draw much less than their peak rating. If you’re unsure about your specific amplifier, give us a call and we’ll help you figure it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Does The X-Power Compare To The Musical Fidelity BPC3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BPC3 is Musical Fidelity’s larger balanced power conditioner. It uses a toroidal transformer with two isolated 300VA output zones and four outlets — designed to power multiple components with complete zone isolation between them. The X-Power is a smaller, simpler, and more affordable single-outlet conditioner with passive filtering (no transformer). If you need multiple isolated outlet zones or have a complex system, the BPC3 is the step up. If you want straightforward, high-quality power conditioning for one amplifier or a group of source components, the X-Power is a great fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Kind Of Power Cable Should I Use With The X-Power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-Power uses a standard IEC C14 inlet, which is the same type of detachable power cable used by most audio components. It comes with a power cable in the box, but if you’d like to use a higher-quality aftermarket power cable, any standard IEC cable rated for 10A will work. Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/shop-power-cables\"\u003epower cable selection\u003c\/a\u003e if you’d like to explore options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Outlet Type Does The US Version Have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe US version of the X-Power features a standard NEMA outlet. Musical Fidelity also offers Schuko (European), UK, and Australian outlet variants for other markets. If you need to verify the specific outlet type for your order, please contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan The X-Power Help With Transformer Hum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossibly, yes. Transformer hum in amplifiers is often caused by DC offset on the AC power line. Even a small amount of DC voltage can cause a transformer’s core to saturate, resulting in an audible buzz or vibration. The X-Power’s integrated DC blocker is specifically designed to remove DC offset up to 2V, which can reduce or eliminate this type of hum. If your transformer hum is caused by a mechanical issue inside the component itself, a DC blocker won’t solve it — but for DC-offset-related hum, the X-Power is designed to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about power conditioning and how to get the best performance from your system? 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No streaming board, no app, no headphone stage sharing the power supply. A PCM1795 does the conversion, an SRC4392 handles upsampling ahead of it, and the whole chassis exists to serve those two chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFive inputs sit on the back. Two coaxial and two optical take 24-bit\/192kHz, and a USB Type B input handles 32-bit\/192kHz PCM plus DSD256 in both DoP and native form. Everything in the rack can stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBalanced Outputs at a Sensible Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth output conventions are here: a balanced XLR pair at 4V and a single-ended RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M3x can feed a preamplifier or drive a power amplifier directly and save you a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEach analog output stage has its own buffer, built for low noise and enough current to hold up over a long cable run. Output impedance stays under 50 ohms, which means the input stage downstream is not being asked to work around the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat the Upsampling Is Actually Doing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIncoming PCM is reclocked and upsampled to 192kHz before it reaches the converter, which moves the filtering further away from the audible band. DSD, by contrast, plays in its native form rather than being converted to PCM first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Numbers Behind the Quiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 107dB A-weighted at 1kHz, distortion under 0.005%, and channel separation better than -115dB at 10kHz. Jitter is held under 48 picoseconds peak to peak and linearity holds within 0.2dB down to -100dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs -0.2dB at 20Hz and 0.1dB at 20kHz, and is still within 1.5dB at 70kHz. The chassis is a full-width 440 by 100 by 363mm at 6.8kg, drawing 15 watts at most and under half a watt in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a converter, not a Swiss army knife\u003c\/strong\u003e — the budget went into conversion and analog output stages rather than into features you would switch off anyway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have four digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — two coaxial and two optical inputs plus USB mean the streamer, disc player, television and computer all keep a permanent home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier has balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 4V XLR pair uses them properly, and the fixed-or-variable switch decides which box holds the volume control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play DSD as well as PCM\u003c\/strong\u003e — DSD256 arrives over USB in native form or as DoP, so nothing is converted to PCM on the way in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the headphone stage chosen to suit your cans\u003c\/strong\u003e — line level out, into one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on one coaxial, disc player on the other, television and console on the optical pair. Out the back, run XLR to a balanced amplifier or RCA to anything else, then set the output switch to fixed if your amplifier is handling volume and variable if you want the M3x to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAfter that it is a component you stop thinking about, which is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M3x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your library on the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The box the RCA output is looking for — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables to make use of the 4V output — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-width shelf for a full-width box — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial, two optical and one USB Type B. The coaxial and optical inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e32-bit\/192kHz stereo PCM and DSD256, both as DoP and native, over USB Audio Class 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M3x controls the level. Set them fixed and volume stays with your preamplifier or integrated amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the output voltages?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e4V RMS at 0dBFS from the balanced XLR pair and 2V RMS from the RCA pair, with output impedance under 50 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFifteen watts at maximum and under half a watt in standby, so it can be left switched on without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6D26Aygx0Mk\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e2ndhandhifiuk examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YIwVRuejc1Y\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced connections, or upsampling? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981935534253,"sku":"NEW-MFMX3-BLK","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/musical-fidelity-m6-x-dac-2_a662106c-eecc-40fd-abb2-6e0bd92dcc20.jpg?v=1788888947"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-b1-xi-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity B1 xi Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Budget Classic, Rebuilt for a TV Era\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity built its reputation on the original B1, a plain budget integrated from the late 1980s that outplayed its price. The B1xi revives the name with a fully discrete Class A\/B power stage and an extruded aluminum front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower is 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 100 watts into 4 ohms, with peaks to 140 watts into 2 ohms. A toroidal transformer feeds it, and the preamplifier and digital stages each get their own linear supply on isolated boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMore Sockets Than the Original Ever Imagined\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog inputs are three RCA line pairs, a 3.5mm auxiliary jack, and a moving-magnet phono stage. Digital covers optical, coaxial, and HDMI ARC for a television, with Bluetooth 5.1 for a phone. A 6.3mm headphone jack sits on the front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are a variable RCA preamp out for a subwoofer or a second amplifier, one pair of 4mm binding posts, and a 5V USB-C socket on the back that will power a small streamer without another wall wart. The chassis weighs 7.2kg and stands 90mm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the Digital Section Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs through an ESS9018. The optical, coaxial, and HDMI ARC inputs all accept stereo PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz. There is no DSD support, so a DSD library will need converting or a separate DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity rates line-input distortion below 0.02% across 20Hz to 20kHz, and signal-to-noise above 100dB A-weighted. Line response runs 10Hz to 30kHz at +0 and −3dB. The phono stage measures better than 70dB A-weighted, with RIAA accuracy held inside ±1dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Phono Stage Takes More Than You Would Think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono input is specified as moving magnet, with 42dB of gain and 5mV sensitivity. Musical Fidelity notes it will accept any cartridge putting out 1.5mV or more, which brings high-output moving-coil types into range. Low-output moving coils still need a step-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHDMI ARC is the connection that separates this from most amplifiers near the price. One cable carries your television's sound into the B1xi, and the set's own remote handles volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDavid Price scored the B1xi 8.5 out of 10 at \u003cem\u003eStereoNET\u003c\/em\u003e in December 2025 and gave it an Applause Award, judging that it \"offers the best combination of functionality, speaker-driving ability, and sound quality at the price\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHarry McKerrell of \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called it \"a punchy, muscular amplifier\" in November 2025, scoring four stars for sound and five for features. His pros list leads with \"Direct, punchy presentation with ample bass\" and \"Broad, cinematic soundstage\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television is part of the stereo\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC is rare at this price, and it turns the B1xi into your TV's sound system over one cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box to cover everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — turntable, TV, CD player, phone over Bluetooth, and headphones, without a separate DAC or phono preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run bookshelf speakers or smaller floorstanders\u003c\/strong\u003e — 60 watts into 8 ohms suits them well, and reviewers drove standmounts well above the amplifier's own price with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play moving-magnet vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in stage is quiet enough that most owners will not feel pushed toward an outboard phono preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you need moving-coil phono or more power,\u003c\/strong\u003e step up — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/musical-fidelity-m5xi-integrated-amplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity M5xi\u003c\/a\u003e adds a switchable MM\/MC stage, HDMI eARC, and 160 watts per channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA turntable goes to the phono input with its ground lead on the post beside it. A CD player, tuner, or anything else line-level takes one of the three RCA pairs, and a phone or portable player can use the 3.5mm aux jack on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects over HDMI ARC, and a CD transport or games console over optical or coaxial. Speakers go to the single pair of binding posts, headphones to the 6.3mm jack, and a powered subwoofer to the variable preamp output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the B1xi? Here are some good companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e This amplifier is happiest with standmounts or a smaller floorstander — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The moving-magnet phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is a 6.3mm jack on the front panel — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need something to reach the speakers and sources — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the B1xi have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a moving-magnet stage with 42dB of gain and 5mV sensitivity. It accepts cartridges rated 1.5mV and up, so high-output moving coils will work. Low-output moving-coil cartridges need an outboard stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect my television?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, through the HDMI ARC input. This is ARC rather than eARC, which is fine for the stereo audio this amplifier handles. Optical is the fallback if your set has no ARC port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it play DSD files?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe built-in DAC handles stereo PCM up to 24-bit\/192kHz over the optical, coaxial, and HDMI inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a 6.3mm jack on the front panel. It is a convenience rather than a highlight; \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e listed it among the amplifier's weaker points, so serious headphone listeners may want a dedicated amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the USB-C socket for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePower only, not audio. It supplies 5V to run a small streamer or similar device from the amplifier, so you do not need another plug at the wall. Music still arrives over one of the regular inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive large or power-hungry speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWithin reason. 60 watts into 8 ohms and 100 into 4 covers most standmounts and modest floorstanders. For big, difficult loads, the M5xi or M6xi are the sensible step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA British Audiophile reviews the B1xi's sound, features, and value:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ghG2cLk1s84\" title=\"NEW CLASS LEADER! Musical Fidelity B1xi Amplifier Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg shares his hands-on impressions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/52OrFMswXSk\" title=\"MUSICAL FIDELITY B1xi Checks all the boxes\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or connecting a television to a stereo system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981947396269,"sku":"NEW-MFB1XI-BLK","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFB1XI-BLK_01_front_2025__68926.1757437252.1280.1280_faf8666b-d699-43eb-b8d2-b2055e8c2ba0.jpg?v=1778164373"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6si500-dual-mono-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6si500 Dual Mono Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwo Monoblocks and a Preamp, in One Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6si500 is an integrated amplifier only in the sense that it lives in one box. Inside are a separate preamp stage and two independent monoblock power amps, each with its own large toroidal transformer feeding it. The preamp sits above them on its own level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThat layout is why the numbers look the way they do. Power is 500 watts per channel into 8 ohms. There is no shared supply for the two channels to fight over, so what one channel is doing has no effect on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat 500 Watts Buys You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIt is not really about volume. A speaker that dips low in impedance asks for current, and most amplifiers start to strain when it does. This one does not, which is why it holds its shape on dense music where a smaller amp turns the bottom end to mush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuilt Like the Price Suggests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe front panel is milled from a single extrusion of military-grade aluminum, and the heatsinks are made specially rather than bought in. The whole thing weighs 30kg, or 66 pounds, and measures 440 by 160 by 460mm. It needs a shelf that means it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Bench Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.01% across the audio band, and signal-to-noise is better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response runs from 10Hz to 20kHz within a tenth of a decibel. Those are the figures of a well-sorted power amplifier, not a compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eConnections are deliberately plain. Four line-level RCA inputs, one of them switchable to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input. On the way out there is a preamp output and a fixed-level output. Nothing else is in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDoug Schroeder reviewed this amplifier for \u003cem\u003eDagogo\u003c\/em\u003e, under its earlier M6 500i name. His verdict on power was unambiguous: it \"has power on reserve to drive nearly any speaker you care to use.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWhat he valued was that the reserve was never audible as effort. \"I never felt the music lacked punch or weight,\" he wrote, having enjoyed \"the crispness of the M6 500i\" on bass-heavy material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers are hard to drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — 500 watts a channel from two independent monoblocks means the amplifier stops being the reason a difficult pair sounds flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want separates without the separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — a preamp and two monoblocks in one chassis saves two boxes, two power cords and a pair of interconnects, and the shelf space they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a home theater\u003c\/strong\u003e — one line input switches to bypass, so a processor can drive the front channels and the same amplifier serves both systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to last\u003c\/strong\u003e — a machined aluminum front, custom heatsinks and 66 pounds of build are what you are paying for as much as the watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe M6si500 is a pure analog amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no converter, no phono stage and no streaming on board, so digital sources need something ahead of it. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs take a CD player, a converter, a phono stage or a streamer, and a balanced XLR input takes a source with balanced outputs. One of the RCA inputs can be set to home theater bypass for an AV processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable goes to the binding posts. A preamp output and a fixed-level output are on the back for a subwoofer or a recorder, and the amplifier is happy driving long cable runs given the supply behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 watts a channel deserves a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The digital front end this amplifier leaves to you — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced or single-ended into the amp, and good cable out — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 66 pounds it needs a shelf built for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e500 watts per channel into 8 ohms, which Musical Fidelity quotes as 27dBW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does dual mono actually mean here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo independent monoblock power amps, each with its own toroidal transformer, plus a separate preamp stage above them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs, one of which can be set to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in DAC or phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIt is a pure analog amplifier. A converter or phono stage connects to one of the line inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e440 by 160 by 460mm, weighing 30kg, or about 66 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the measured figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise below 0.01%, signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted, and response within 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIghFIdelity Stereo runs the amplifier with a pair of PMC Twenty26:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LdqWbUiOwfc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500i + PMC Twenty26\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd Phil Ear takes a closer look at the same amplifier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lzB6PykPpHo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500 i\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, matching an amp to your speakers, or building a two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982106288301,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI500-BLK","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI500-BLK_01_angle_2026__27763.1776436763.1280.1280_2f7c3c84-af63-479c-8aad-236057861b7c.jpg?v=1778166222"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-vinyl-2-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Reference Phono Stage Built Around a Rare Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 is a flagship MM\/MC phono stage built around eight 7586 nuvistor tubes, set in a balanced buffer circuit. Nuvistors are a tiny, metal-shelled kind of vacuum tube. They have been largely out of production since the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity has kept a private stock of them for its Nu-Vista line since the 1990s, and the Vinyl 2 is part of that same lineage. It shares the Nu-Vista name with the brand's Nu-Vista DAC, launched alongside it. The Nu-Vista 600.2 and 800.2 integrated amplifiers carry the name too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThis is the Vinyl 2, Musical Fidelity's reference phono stage, introduced in late 2023. It's distinct from the newer Nu-Vista Vinyl S. The Vinyl S is a companion model, built in a smaller, more affordable cabinet for owners of the compact 600.2 and 800.2 amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S is not a replacement for the Vinyl 2. Both remain current, and each is aimed at a different size of system, so the choice is about the rack it joins rather than which came later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuild quality matches the ambition. The chassis measures 483 by 188 by 510mm and weighs 22kg. An optional external Nu-Vista Uni PSU power supply is also available, for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePrecision Adjustment for Every Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eGain steps in 3dB increments across four MM settings: 40, 43, 46, and 49dB. Four MC settings step the same way: 60, 63, 66, and 69dB, each with an optional +6dB boost. Every setting is made from the front panel menu or the remote. There are no internal jumpers to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMC loading offers eight switchable values: 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 400, 800, and 1,000 ohms, plus a 47 kOhm setting. MM input loading is fixed at 47 kOhms. Capacitance is selectable from 50 to 400pF on MM, or fixed at 400pF on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree curves are built in: RIAA, Decca and Columbia. The last two suit older pressings, cut before RIAA became the standard. RIAA accuracy on the standard curve is rated within ±0.2dB on MM and ±0.2\/-0.25dB on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110dB A-weighted on MM, and 98dB on MC. THD at 1kHz stays under 0.005% on MM and under 0.008% on MC. Those are reference figures, not merely good ones. A subsonic filter offers off, mild or standard settings. The standard setting cuts at 20Hz with an 18dB per octave slope, which is enough for a warped record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMenu-Driven Control With a Warm-Up Ritual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA front-panel display and menu system replace the small switches found on most phono stages. Gain, loading, capacitance, EQ curve, and subsonic filtering are all set through the menu or the remote. Settings store per input, so each turntable keeps its own setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo balanced XLR inputs and two unbalanced RCA inputs are provided. One balanced XLR output and one unbalanced RCA output round out the back panel, and both can run at the same time. Each input has its own ground terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAn LED beside the tubes tracks warm-up. It glows red during a brief startup mute, then orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability, usually after about 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAdam Smith reviewed the Vinyl 2 for Hi-Fi News in March 2024, awarding it an \"HFN Outstanding\" rating. He described the \"bass lines\" as \"tight and deep, with a superb amount of detail at all times.\" He found the treble \"crisp, clean, open and precise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe noted the Vinyl 2 \"has abilities in terms of dynamics that are a rarity, even at this not inconsiderable price.\" He concluded that Musical Fidelity's \"preferred ‘neutral, dynamic and vivid’ sound is absolutely nailed\" by it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBarry James Johnston reviewed it for SoundStage Australia in October 2024. He found that it \"did not present any components that were not on the record.\" As he put it, \"it just didn't, full-stop.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe called it \"one of the best pieces of hi-fi equipment I have had my hands on, period.\" He praised its \"dynamics for days, and a beautifully clean insight into the track, at all times.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamp Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors building a genuine reference-level system.\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare nuvistor tube circuit and menu-driven precision aim squarely at the high end of vinyl playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of hard-to-match MC cartridges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight loading values and 3dB gain steps dial in a far finer match than a handful of fixed switch positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors with pre-RIAA pressings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in Decca and Columbia curves handle older records cut before the RIAA standard took hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone building a balanced XLR system.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two XLR inputs and a balanced XLR output sit alongside RCA connections throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt expects a front end of the same class\u003c\/strong\u003e — a nuvistor circuit, eight loading values and 3dB gain steps only show their worth behind a tonearm and cartridge built to match. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003emoving coil cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e include the ones it is designed to resolve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRun your turntable's cable into one of the Vinyl 2's RCA or XLR inputs, matched to your tonearm's cable. Connect its ground wire to the matching terminal, then connect its RCA or XLR output to your preamp the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUse the front panel menu or remote to set gain, loading, capacitance, and EQ curve for your cartridge. Give the nuvistor tubes roughly 20 minutes to reach full thermal stability before critical listening. The blue status LED will let you know when they're ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e with a balanced tonearm output to take advantage of its XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMoving coil phono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e matched to its eight-step loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e with balanced XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect cables\u003c\/a\u003e, balanced or unbalanced, to connect its outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat is a nuvistor, and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA nuvistor is a miniature metal-shelled vacuum tube, largely out of production since the 1970s. Musical Fidelity has held a private stock for its Nu-Vista components since the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Nu-Vista Vinyl S?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S uses similar nuvistor tube circuitry in a smaller, less expensive cabinet. It's aimed at owners of Musical Fidelity's compact integrated amps. The Vinyl 2 is the larger, full-featured reference model, and both remain current models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I use this with cartridges other than modern MM and MC types?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, to a degree. Built-in Decca and Columbia equalization curves are provided for older records cut before the RIAA standard. The standard RIAA curve handles everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDo I need the optional Nu-Vista Uni PSU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl 2 runs on its own internal power supply. The Uni PSU is an optional external upgrade. It's for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow do I know when the tubes are ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA status LED beside the tubes turns from red at startup to orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue after roughly 20 minutes, once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity covers the Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 with a two-year warranty, managed through its local authorized distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about matching a phono preamp to your cartridge, balanced connections, or getting the most from your vinyl collection? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982876074157,"sku":"NEW-MFNVVINYL2-BLK","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVVINYL2_BLK_01_2023__93833.1719927165.1280.1280_e28f8801-5798-495d-9cfd-cbf2d247fefb.jpg?v=1778148431"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6x-vinyl-phono-stage-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6x ViNYL Phono Stage - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThree Turntables, One Fully Discrete Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6x ViNYL is a phono stage for moving magnet and moving coil cartridges. The circuit is fully discrete, board to board. A chip-controlled input section does the switching. It replaces the earlier M6 Vinyl and adds a balanced XLR input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree turntables can stay connected at once. Each input is set on its own for MM or MC, with its own loading. One is balanced XLR, two are RCA, so most tonearm cables land somewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe unit remembers what you set for each one. Switching decks is a matter of picking a source, not crawling behind the rack to swap cables. For anyone running a second arm, or a mono cartridge on its own deck, that is the whole appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eOutputs run in both forms too: an RCA pair and a balanced XLR pair, both live. The RCA sits at 500mV nominal and the XLR at 1V, so either will drive a long run to the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eEach Input Set on Its Own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEach input switches between MM and MC. In MM the impedance is fixed at 47 kOhms, and capacitance steps from 50 to 400pF. In MC the impedance runs from 25 ohms to 1.2 kOhms, with capacitance fixed at 470pF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSensitivity is 5mV on MM and 500 microvolts on MC, both measured for 500mV out. Overload margin is 26dB on either setting. That is the headroom which stops a loud passage from breaking up before the amplifier has seen it at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRIAA accuracy is held within ±0.2dB on MM and ±0.25dB on MC. Signal-to-noise runs better than 101dB on MM and better than 90dB on MC. Distortion at 1kHz stays under 0.005% and 0.02% respectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe case measures 440 by 100 by 385mm and weighs 5.5kg. It draws 20 watts at most and under half a watt in standby, so it can be left switched on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDavid Price reviewed the M6x ViNYL for StereoNET in June 2021. He found it had \"a spry, light and detailed sound with lots of detail and a lovely spacious soundstage.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe singled out its \"excellent detail retrieval and fine timbre.\" This phono stage, he added, \"lets the music sashay along with a spring in its step.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAshley Cox reviewed it for Audio Appraisal in March 2021. She noted \"an appreciable reduction in its noise floor.\" Dynamics improved too, reaching what she called \"infinitely expansive imaging.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eShe summed up the sound as \"neither warm nor bright, neither coloured nor does it display any real character of its own.\" She closed with her \"unreserved recommendation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamp Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone running more than one turntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Three inputs, each with independent MM\/MC settings, cover multiple tables without recabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of both MM and MC cartridges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every input switches between the two, with adjustable loading for each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone building a balanced XLR system.\u003c\/strong\u003e A balanced XLR input pairs with balanced XLR outputs, alongside standard RCA connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners who want proven, independently reviewed performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two named reviewers at established publications praised its detail and low noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree inputs mean three cable runs\u003c\/strong\u003e — every deck needs its own tonearm lead reaching this one box, so work out the shelf layout before you buy. With the runs planned it replaces three separate stages. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003einterconnect cables\u003c\/a\u003e come in lengths that keep a long run quiet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRun each turntable's cable into its own RCA or XLR input on the M6x ViNYL. Match the input to your tonearm's cable type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eConnect the RCA or XLR output to your amplifier or preamp the same way. Set each input's MM\/MC mode and loading to match its cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe unit remembers those settings. You can switch sources later without resetting anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Musical Fidelity M6x ViNYL:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e, one or several, with a balanced or unbalanced tonearm output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, MM or MC, matched to its per-input settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e with balanced XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect cables\u003c\/a\u003e, balanced or unbalanced, to connect its outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I connect more than one turntable at once?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Three inputs are provided, each independently configurable for MM or MC operation and loading, with settings remembered per input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the M3x Vinyl?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe M3x Vinyl is a smaller, single-input phono stage lower in Musical Fidelity's current lineup. The M6x ViNYL adds three independently configurable inputs and balanced connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I use balanced XLR connections with this preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. A balanced XLR input is included alongside two unbalanced RCA inputs, and both balanced and unbalanced outputs are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDo I have to reset the loading when I switch inputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe M6x ViNYL stores MM\/MC mode, impedance and capacitance separately for each of the three inputs. Pick a source and its settings come with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity covers the M6x ViNYL with a two-year warranty, managed through its local authorized distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man takes a close-up look, including single-ended and balanced tests:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kT84Ye11F-I\" title=\"MUSICAL FIDELITY M6X VINYL PHONO AMPLIFIER REVIEW: CLOSE UP, RATING, SINGLE-ENDED \u0026amp; BALANCED TESTS!\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eGerman retailer WE LOVE HIFI shares its own hands-on impressions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vzIOId0E06M\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6x Vinyl: Ist das tatsächlich der beste Phonovorverstärker?\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about matching a phono preamp to your cartridge, balanced connections, or getting the most from your vinyl collection? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982886527149,"sku":"NEW-MFM6XVI-BLK","price":2699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/exec-f431771c-9d2e-4c04-a3b3-9508eb1ac041.jpg?v=1787331997"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-preamplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s Preamplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Class A Preamp That Already Has Your Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity builds the M6s PRE fully balanced, from the input sockets to the output sockets. It runs Class A throughout. That is the expensive way to make a preamplifier, and it is the reason this one weighs 11.4kg and measures 440 by 126 by 400mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe input list covers a full system. Four RCA line pairs and two balanced XLR pairs take your components. A USB type B socket takes a computer directly. An MM\/MC phono input takes a turntable, so vinyl needs nothing extra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs run to three. A variable XLR pair and a variable RCA pair feed power amplifiers. A fixed RCA pair feeds a recorder. Home theater bypass is available on the balanced and line inputs alike, and an infrared remote is in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Class A Bill Comes Due\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe measurements show what the balanced path buys. Distortion reads 0.005% through the RCA outputs. Through the XLR outputs it drops to 0.0004%. Signal-to-noise beats 96dB A-weighted, and channel separation matches it at better than 96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs 10Hz to 80kHz, within a decibel. Output impedance sits at 47 ohms, low enough to drive a long cable without losing the top end. Maximum output is 9.5V through RCA and 19V balanced. No power amplifier will ask for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage is a real one, not a token. Sensitivity is 3.5mV for moving-magnet cartridges and 440 microvolts for moving-coil. Loading is 47k ohms on MM. The overload margin runs to 29dB, which is what keeps a hot cartridge from clipping the input on loud passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are done buying boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — the phono stage and the USB input are already inside. A turntable and a computer both connect without another component on the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifiers live across the room\u003c\/strong\u003e — 19V of balanced output and a 47-ohm output impedance push a long XLR run. The top end arrives intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou switch between a lot of sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — four RCA pairs and two XLR pairs give you six line inputs. Nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a home theater too\u003c\/strong\u003e — bypass is available on the balanced and the line inputs. A processor drives your front speakers at its own level, and your two-channel setup stays as you left it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to plug a TV or CD transport in digitally\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB is the only digital input here; there is no optical or coaxial socket. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e on a line input and every digital source in the house comes through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the variable XLR outputs to your power amplifier, or the variable RCA pair if it is single-ended. Line sources fill the four RCA pairs and the two XLR pairs. A turntable goes into the phono socket with its ground wire, and a computer plugs into the USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed RCA output stays at one level for a recorder. Set an input to home theater bypass and a surround processor shares your main speakers. One remote handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6s PRE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the balanced outputs a partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced cable suits a long run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It takes moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, at 3.5mV and 440 microvolts sensitivity, with 47k-ohm loading on MM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, through the USB type B socket on the back. It takes a standard printer-style USB cable from a Mac or PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it really fully balanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The balanced path runs from the input sockets all the way to the output sockets, in Class A, rather than being converted at the jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA variable balanced XLR pair, a variable RCA pair, and a fixed-level RCA pair for recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it work with a home theater system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Home theater bypass is offered on the balanced and the line-level inputs, so a processor passes through at fixed level to your front speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat size is it, and what finishes are there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 126 by 400mm, and 11.4kg, in black or silver. Leave clearance behind the rack for XLR plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA close look at the M6s PRE and its connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mgwZmP-RzhA\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6s PRE\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about preamplifiers, phono stages, or balanced connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983063179437,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRE-BLK","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SPRE-BLK_02_front_2025__21323.1762270359.1280.1280_3f393434-b6f9-43ce-af0c-387e8866df95.jpg?v=1778094949"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-a1-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity A1 Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Amplifier With the Famously Hot Lid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe original A1 arrived in 1985 and became notorious for a top plate you could not comfortably touch. That was the point: the finned lid is the heatsink for output transistors biased deep into Class A. The sound made it a classic; the heat made it a headline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis is the reissue. Musical Fidelity kept Tim de Paravicini's original circuit and changed everything around it. The chassis is wider, with more heatsink area. The transformer is bigger, the boards are better, and the parts are rated for more heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe output stage is Class A\/B. It is rated for 25 pure Class A watts into 8 ohms. Push it past that and it slides into Class B instead of switching over sharply, so you do not hear the handover. Damping factor is 150.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAnalog Only, and Unapologetic About It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are no digital inputs, no DAC, no Bluetooth, and no streaming. The A1 is built around five RCA line inputs. The selector reads CD, Tuner, Tape, Aux 1, and Aux 2, with phono beside them. Every socket is RCA. There is no balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage takes both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. Pick MC and gain rises to 60dB. Input impedance drops to about 1 kilohm on its own. The manual puts the usable moving-coil range between 100 and 800 microvolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the Normal\/Direct Button Really Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe unlit button between the dials skips the gain block ahead of the volume control. That cuts about 10dB. Modern sources put out far more signal than 1985 expected, so this hands you back the useful part of the volume dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are a fixed Tape Out and a variable Pre Out, both RCA, plus one pair of binding posts. Volume runs through a motorised ALPS RK pot. That is why the metal remote in the box can drive it. The 1985 original had no remote at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYes, It Still Runs Hot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHerb Reichert measured the top plate at 140.1°F, or 60°C, for \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e. That is about five degrees cooler than the original's design target. It is still too warm to rest a hand on. Give it open air above and at the sides, and put nothing on the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHerb Reichert reviewed the A1 for \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e in October 2024. It became the magazine's Budget Product of the Year. He wrote that it \"engages my brain's right and left hemispheres in roughly equal fashion\", and that this is \"something very few amps at any price can do\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn vinyl he went further. Of all the integrated amplifiers he has owned or reviewed, he found \"none with a moving magnet phono stage that impressed me more than the A1's\". \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e called the sound \"Bold, smooth and effortlessly musical\" in August 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e names the practical limits, listing \"Still runs very hot\", \"Needs care in partnering\", and \"Limited features\" among its cons. The heat and the speaker matching are the two to plan around before it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the Class A sound that made the name\u003c\/strong\u003e — the original circuit, built with modern parts and a power supply that no longer cooks itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinyl is your main source\u003c\/strong\u003e — the MM stage drew the strongest praise in the \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e review, and the MC option handles cartridges from 0.1 to 0.8mV, so a low-output moving coil plays without an outboard step-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run efficient speakers in a small or medium room\u003c\/strong\u003e — 25 Class A watts went further than expected in reviews, but this is not an amp for difficult loads at volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have somewhere it can breathe\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lid is the heatsink, so it needs clear air and an open shelf, not a closed cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your music is digital,\u003c\/strong\u003e the A1 is pure analog — no DAC, no Bluetooth, no HDMI. One of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e on any of the five line inputs brings in streaming, computer audio and a TV with an optical output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA turntable goes to the phono input, with the MM\/MC selection made on the amplifier and the ground lead on the post beside the sockets. A CD player, tuner, or streamer takes any of the five line inputs, all of them RCA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeakers connect to the single pair of binding posts. The Pre Out feeds a power amplifier or a subwoofer, the Tape Out runs at fixed level for a recorder, and the remote handles volume and mute. There is no headphone jack on this amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the A1? Here are some good companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Efficient standmounts are the natural match for 25 Class A watts — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MM\/MC phono stage is the heart of this amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A1 needs open air around it, so give it a shelf of its own — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everything here is RCA and binding posts — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the A1 have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, and it handles both cartridge types. Moving magnet works straight away; selecting moving coil raises gain to 60dB and sets input impedance to about 1 kilohm automatically, suiting cartridges rated 0.1 to 0.8mV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have Bluetooth or digital inputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe A1 is entirely analog. To feed it from a digital source you will need an outboard DAC, or a streamer with analog outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does this amplifier run so hot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe output transistors are biased hard into Class A. That throws off a lot of heat by nature, and the top plate is the heatsink. Reviewers measured about 60°C on the lid. It also draws real power while sitting idle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive large or power-hungry speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot the difficult ones. Reviewers drove low-sensitivity standmounts with it more happily than the 25-watt rating suggests, but it is best matched to efficient speakers in a small or medium room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the Direct switch do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt skips a gain stage ahead of the volume control and drops gain by about 10dB. That helps with loud modern sources and sensitive speakers. You get usable range on the dial, instead of everything happening in the first inch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs this the same as the 1985 original?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe circuit is, on purpose. The chassis is larger. The transformer is now dual-mono with split-rail windings, the parts are rated for more heat, and there is a remote. The brief was reliability, not redesign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg shares his hands-on impressions of the revived A1:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2-gQc7Y7iW4\" title=\"Musical Fidelity A1 Amplifier, A KNOCKOUT!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eZero Fidelity reviews the A1's sound, heritage, and value:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/asjOtBpgb2Y\" title=\"FINALLY!! A FAIR PRICE for Nostalgic Hi-Fi! 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Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about Class A amplifiers, phono stages, or building an all-analog system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983096307885,"sku":"NEW-MFA1-BLK","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983096340653,"sku":"DEMO-MFA1-BLK","price":1499.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFA1_BLK_01_2023__11368.1733334790.1280.1280_08d72db5-4de1-4c6a-9241-4cab97aff573.jpg?v=1778146759"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3scd-compact-disc-player-chrome","title":"Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player - Chrome","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd plays discs like its smaller sibling, then adds the thing that changes what it is for. Three digital inputs on the back let other sources borrow its converter, so it becomes the digital hub of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are a coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, an optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B running to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, a set-top box and a computer all have somewhere to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAsynchronous is the word doing the work on that USB port. The M3scd clocks the data itself rather than following the computer, which keeps the computer's own timing out of the conversion entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSame Engineering, More Sockets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling. Distortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz, and signal-to-noise measures better than 117dB. The architecture is shared across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB. Linearity stays inside 0.1dB down to -96dB, channel separation reaches 105dB, and jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. Jitter is the number that matters most on a disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are line-level RCA, coaxial and optical digital, and a 12-volt trigger on a 3.5mm jack for switching a matching amplifier on with it. The case is 440 by 380 by 100mm and weighs 6.05kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds thin\u003c\/strong\u003e — run its optical output into the M3scd and the same converter that handles your discs handles broadcast and streaming sound as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep music on a computer\u003c\/strong\u003e — the asynchronous USB-B input takes 24-bit files to 96kHz and clocks them itself, so the computer's timing never reaches the conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, optical and USB together mean a disc player, a set-top box and a laptop can all stay connected and switched from the remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one converter for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — instead of a different DAC quality per source, every digital thing in the room ends up sounding like the M3scd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the system to power up together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger output switches a matching amplifier on with the player, which is a small thing that stops feeling small after a week. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the line-level RCA outputs to your amplifier. That single connection now carries your discs and everything you plug into the three digital inputs behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, a disc player or set-top box on coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The trigger output can switch a matching amplifier on at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M3scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial at 32 to 192kHz, optical at 32 to 96kHz, and asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does asynchronous USB mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd controls the timing rather than the computer, so jitter from the computer's own clock stays out of the conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M2scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe three digital inputs and the trigger output. The M2scd plays discs only; the M3scd also converts for other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, the same architecture used across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 380 by 100mm and 6.05kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA look at the M3sCD and its 24-bit\/192kHz converter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NSPHly2wU2M\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3SCD CD player \u0026amp; 192kHz x 24bit DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about using a CD player as a DAC, asynchronous USB, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Chrome \/ New","offer_id":45983161254061,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-CHR","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3SCD_CHR_02_2023__60266.1728372794.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778147661"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m8x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter at the Top of the M Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M8x DAC is the full-width, 10.6kg statement of the range. Two ES9038Q2M chips run in dual mono, and the analog stages behind them are given room a smaller chassis simply does not have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnection is not a constraint here. Three optical inputs, a coaxial, an AES\/EBU, a USB Type B and an I2S input all sit on the back panel. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz and MQA to 384kHz; USB goes to 768kHz PCM and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Headphone Amplifier That Deserves the Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo headphone outputs sit on the front: a 6.3mm jack and a four-pin XLR for balanced cables. The amplifier behind them delivers 3.9 watts into 8 ohms, 3.2 watts into 32 ohms and 400mW into 300 ohms. Very little in a headphone catalog asks for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe line outputs cover both conventions, with a balanced XLR pair at 4V and an RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M8x can be a source or the volume control for the whole system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFemtoseconds, and Why They Matter Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter is held under 100 femtoseconds peak to peak. That is timing error measured in quadrillionths of a second. It is the figure that separates a converter which merely reads the data from one that reads it on schedule, and it is the hardest of these numbers to buy cheaply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Rest of the Bench Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion measures under 0.001% at 1kHz and signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response stays inside 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz, channel separation reaches -114dB at 10kHz, and output impedance sits under 100 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEight digital filters are on hand for the converter section. The I2S input carries a 16.9344MHz master clock output for a compatible transport, which is the connection that keeps clocking duties in the DAC rather than the disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis measures 483 by 102 by 381mm and draws 70 watts at maximum. It is built for a rack shelf that was designed for amplifiers rather than for source components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePhil Wright of \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e, in a March 4, 2026 review, concluded: \"The M8x is a stonking fixed-output DAC, combining strong detail retrieval with a powerful low end and a lovely organic sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run demanding headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.9 watts into 8 ohms and a balanced four-pin XLR mean planars and high-impedance dynamics are both handled without a second amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack is full of digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — three optical, coaxial, AES\/EBU, USB and I2S mean nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the DAC to run the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — switch the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and a power amplifier connects directly, with no preamplifier in the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou buy at the top of a range and keep it\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual-mono conversion, sub-100-femtosecond jitter and a 10.6kg chassis are what you are paying for, and none of it dates quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the streamer separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the M8x's digital inputs and it handles the conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on AES\/EBU or coaxial, TV and console on the optical inputs, and a compatible transport on I2S. Out the back, balanced XLR to a power amplifier or RCA to an integrated. Set fixed or variable depending on which box you want holding the volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones go in the front, balanced or single-ended. Nothing else needs buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M8x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The balanced XLR output is built for a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your network library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables for the run to your amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shelf that will take the weight — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical, one coaxial, one AES\/EBU, one USB Type B and an I2S input for a compatible transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution does each input handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical, coaxial and AES\/EBU run to 24-bit\/192kHz, MQA to 384kHz and DSD64 over DoP. USB reaches 768kHz PCM, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich headphone connections are on the front?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 6.3mm single-ended jack and a four-pin XLR balanced socket, both fed by the same Class A circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M8x controls volume. Set them fixed and a preamplifier downstream takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e483 by 102 by 381mm and 10.6kg, so a full-width shelf rated for an amplifier rather than a source component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LPPc17t4wSs\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMad Audio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qeVP6P1V2fo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced headphone connections, or I2S digital connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983168135341,"sku":"NEW-MFM8XDAC-SIL","price":4599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM8XDAC-SIL_01_front_2026__74525.1770826979.1280.1280_d3208501-7ace-48a9-8a21-0bd89e91924d.jpg?v=1778166188"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m2scd-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M2SCD Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player That Does One Thing Completely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M2scd is the entry point to Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is a player rather than a hub. A disc goes in the front slot, a 24-bit converter handles it, and the music leaves on RCA outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat converter is a Delta-Sigma dual differential design running 8x oversampling. Dual differential means each channel is handled by its own pair of converter sections, which is where the channel separation figure of over 105dB comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo filters sit in the power path. A mains choke filter cleans what arrives from the wall, and a digital stream noise filter deals with what the digital section generates. Both exist to keep the analog stage quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Measurements Behind the Simplicity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB A-weighted. Frequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB, and linearity is within 0.1dB all the way down to -96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. That figure matters more than most on a disc player, because timing errors are the fault a converter cannot correct once they have happened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is 2.2 volts nominal from a 50-ohm source, with coaxial and optical digital outputs alongside. The case is 440mm wide, 375 deep and 100 tall, weighs 6.65kg and draws 20 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? described the look: \"Musical Fidelity has opted for a sleek, fuss-free design, with a small silver M2sCD insignia plate the only real flourish in terms of bodywork.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHifi Pig covered the engineering: \"The CD player features a mains choke filter and a high-tech digital stream noise filter which Musical Fidelity say allows the player to perform like much more expensive models\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a player, not a project\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slot, a remote and a pair of RCA outputs are the whole interface, so it works with any amplifier from the first disc you load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou partner it with an M2si\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed together and match in size, finish and character, so the pair reads as one system rather than two purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — jitter under 135 picoseconds and linearity within 0.1dB to -96dB are the figures that separate a good disc player from a merely adequate one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a slot to a tray\u003c\/strong\u003e — the disc is drawn in and held rather than carried on a plastic drawer, which is both quieter in use and one less thing to break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs let the M2scd serve as a transport whenever you want, so it stays useful as the system grows. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the RCA analog outputs to a line input on your amplifier. At 2.2 volts from a 50-ohm source, the M2scd drives a long interconnect without losing its grip on the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a converter, take the coaxial or optical output to it instead. The disc data then leaves untouched and your DAC does the work the internal one would have done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M2scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The M2si is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the day you use the digital outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, giving channel separation of better than 105dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog RCA at 2.2 volts nominal from 50 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd adds digital inputs so it also works as a converter for other sources. The M2scd concentrates entirely on playing discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, jitter under 135 picoseconds, and 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. The disc is drawn in from your hand, and the player pulls it back if you leave it protruding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 375 by 100mm and 6.65kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHenley Audio, Musical Fidelity's own distributor, on the M2sCD:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rgTX1EIdgXs\" title=\"Musical Fidelity | M2sCD and M2si\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, jitter and timing, or matching a player to your amplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983181439149,"sku":"NEW-MFM2SCD-BLK","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM2SCD_BLK_01-Large__08443.1728369971.1280.1280_c58eb9da-aa23-4dac-bd9d-aca3bc09dc82.jpg?v=1778095377"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6scd-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6scd Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFive Digital Inputs and a Balanced Way Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6scd sits at the top of Musical Fidelity's CD range, and it is the one that stops being a CD player. Five digital inputs feed its converter, and a balanced XLR output takes the result onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are two coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, two optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, two disc sources and a computer can all stay plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion steps up too. The converter is a 32-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design. It runs 8x oversampling with 192kHz upsampling. That is the main technical step up from the 24-bit models below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the XLR Output Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA balanced connection sends the signal twice, one copy inverted. The amplifier subtracts one from the other. Noise picked up along the cable lands on both copies, so it cancels. Over a long run, that is what you hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz. Signal-to-noise is better than 117dB. Channel separation reaches 105dB. Jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak, which is the figure that matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlongside the XLR pair are RCA line outputs, coaxial and optical digital outputs, and a trigger out. The case is 440mm wide, 385 deep and 125 tall, and weighs 11.2kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudiodrom found it dependable in daily use: \"In use the M6scd is a reliable player that reacts swiftly to the remote controller commands, reads the discs fast, and connects without any issues.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the remote, the same review misses what most players dropped: functions \"that I miss with other players nowadays, like track programming or A\u0026lt;\u0026gt;B repeat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — XLR outputs keep the signal balanced from the player through to your amplifier, which is what keeps a long cable run as quiet as a short one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything in the room is digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — five inputs mean a television, two disc or streaming sources and a computer all share one good converter instead of four mediocre ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the 32-bit converter\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 32-bit dual differential design with 192kHz upsampling is the step up from the 24-bit models below, and it is the reason this one costs more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou still use a remote properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — track programming and A-B repeat survive here, which most modern players quietly dropped along with the buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building around one source\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M6scd can be the only digital component in the system, with RCA and XLR out, digital outs, and a trigger to switch the amplifier. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for the other half.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. Either way that one connection now carries every digital source in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, disc players or streamers on the two coaxial inputs, and a computer on USB-B. The second optical input covers a games console or a second screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally one with balanced inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed one of the coaxial inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo coaxial at 32 to 192kHz, two optical at 32 to 96kHz, and one asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have balanced outputs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. A balanced XLR line output sits alongside the RCA pair, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs and a trigger out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M3scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 32-bit converter with 192kHz upsampling instead of 24-bit, five digital inputs instead of three, and the balanced XLR output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it replace a separate DAC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat is the design. Five inputs let every digital source in the system share the M6scd's converter and its outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 385 by 125mm and 11.2kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA detailed introduction to the M6sCD, with English subtitles switched on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aT2P5PWGDLg?cc_load_policy=1\u0026amp;cc_lang_pref=en\u0026amp;hl=en\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6Scd CD player introduction\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about balanced connections, using a CD player as a DAC, or asynchronous USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983211585709,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SCD-BLK","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/mfm6scd_lp34-large__25740.1728373452.1280.1280_d974ccce-8227-4049-bdc9-2cf05d83b175.jpg?v=1778125017"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-preamplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s Preamplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Class A Preamp That Already Has Your Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity builds the M6s PRE fully balanced, from the input sockets to the output sockets. It runs Class A throughout. That is the expensive way to make a preamplifier, and it is the reason this one weighs 11.4kg and measures 440 by 126 by 400mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe input list covers a full system. Four RCA line pairs and two balanced XLR pairs take your components. A USB type B socket takes a computer directly. An MM\/MC phono input takes a turntable, so vinyl needs nothing extra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs run to three. A variable XLR pair and a variable RCA pair feed power amplifiers. A fixed RCA pair feeds a recorder. Home theater bypass is available on the balanced and line inputs alike, and an infrared remote is in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Class A Bill Comes Due\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe measurements show what the balanced path buys. Distortion reads 0.005% through the RCA outputs. Through the XLR outputs it drops to 0.0004%. Signal-to-noise beats 96dB A-weighted, and channel separation matches it at better than 96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs 10Hz to 80kHz, within a decibel. Output impedance sits at 47 ohms, low enough to drive a long cable without losing the top end. Maximum output is 9.5V through RCA and 19V balanced. No power amplifier will ask for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage is a real one, not a token. Sensitivity is 3.5mV for moving-magnet cartridges and 440 microvolts for moving-coil. Loading is 47k ohms on MM. The overload margin runs to 29dB, which is what keeps a hot cartridge from clipping the input on loud passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are done buying boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — the phono stage and the USB input are already inside. A turntable and a computer both connect without another component on the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifiers live across the room\u003c\/strong\u003e — 19V of balanced output and a 47-ohm output impedance push a long XLR run. The top end arrives intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou switch between a lot of sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — four RCA pairs and two XLR pairs give you six line inputs. Nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a home theater too\u003c\/strong\u003e — bypass is available on the balanced and the line inputs. A processor drives your front speakers at its own level, and your two-channel setup stays as you left it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to plug a TV or CD transport in digitally\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB is the only digital input here; there is no optical or coaxial socket. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e on a line input and every digital source in the house comes through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the variable XLR outputs to your power amplifier, or the variable RCA pair if it is single-ended. Line sources fill the four RCA pairs and the two XLR pairs. A turntable goes into the phono socket with its ground wire, and a computer plugs into the USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed RCA output stays at one level for a recorder. Set an input to home theater bypass and a surround processor shares your main speakers. One remote handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6s PRE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the balanced outputs a partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced cable suits a long run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It takes moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, at 3.5mV and 440 microvolts sensitivity, with 47k-ohm loading on MM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, through the USB type B socket on the back. It takes a standard printer-style USB cable from a Mac or PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it really fully balanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The balanced path runs from the input sockets all the way to the output sockets, in Class A, rather than being converted at the jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA variable balanced XLR pair, a variable RCA pair, and a fixed-level RCA pair for recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it work with a home theater system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Home theater bypass is offered on the balanced and the line-level inputs, so a processor passes through at fixed level to your front speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat size is it, and what finishes are there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 126 by 400mm, and 11.4kg, in black or silver. Leave clearance behind the rack for XLR plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA close look at the M6s PRE and its connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mgwZmP-RzhA\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6s PRE\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about preamplifiers, phono stages, or balanced connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983226265773,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRE-SIL","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SPRE-SIL_01_front_2025__26185.1762270192.1280.1280_ff79c78c-ac43-4cdb-b9f3-b1a8a0203db9.jpg?v=1778094972"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m8x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter at the Top of the M Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M8x DAC is the full-width, 10.6kg statement of the range. Two ES9038Q2M chips run in dual mono, and the analog stages behind them are given room a smaller chassis simply does not have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnection is not a constraint here. Three optical inputs, a coaxial, an AES\/EBU, a USB Type B and an I2S input all sit on the back panel. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz and MQA to 384kHz; USB goes to 768kHz PCM and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Headphone Amplifier That Deserves the Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo headphone outputs sit on the front: a 6.3mm jack and a four-pin XLR for balanced cables. The amplifier behind them delivers 3.9 watts into 8 ohms, 3.2 watts into 32 ohms and 400mW into 300 ohms. Very little in a headphone catalog asks for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe line outputs cover both conventions, with a balanced XLR pair at 4V and an RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M8x can be a source or the volume control for the whole system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFemtoseconds, and Why They Matter Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter is held under 100 femtoseconds peak to peak. That is timing error measured in quadrillionths of a second. It is the figure that separates a converter which merely reads the data from one that reads it on schedule, and it is the hardest of these numbers to buy cheaply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Rest of the Bench Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion measures under 0.001% at 1kHz and signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response stays inside 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz, channel separation reaches -114dB at 10kHz, and output impedance sits under 100 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEight digital filters are on hand for the converter section. The I2S input carries a 16.9344MHz master clock output for a compatible transport, which is the connection that keeps clocking duties in the DAC rather than the disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis measures 483 by 102 by 381mm and draws 70 watts at maximum. It is built for a rack shelf that was designed for amplifiers rather than for source components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePhil Wright of \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e, in a March 4, 2026 review, concluded: \"The M8x is a stonking fixed-output DAC, combining strong detail retrieval with a powerful low end and a lovely organic sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run demanding headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.9 watts into 8 ohms and a balanced four-pin XLR mean planars and high-impedance dynamics are both handled without a second amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack is full of digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — three optical, coaxial, AES\/EBU, USB and I2S mean nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the DAC to run the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — switch the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and a power amplifier connects directly, with no preamplifier in the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou buy at the top of a range and keep it\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual-mono conversion, sub-100-femtosecond jitter and a 10.6kg chassis are what you are paying for, and none of it dates quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the streamer separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the M8x's digital inputs and it handles the conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on AES\/EBU or coaxial, TV and console on the optical inputs, and a compatible transport on I2S. Out the back, balanced XLR to a power amplifier or RCA to an integrated. Set fixed or variable depending on which box you want holding the volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones go in the front, balanced or single-ended. Nothing else needs buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M8x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The balanced XLR output is built for a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your network library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables for the run to your amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shelf that will take the weight — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical, one coaxial, one AES\/EBU, one USB Type B and an I2S input for a compatible transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution does each input handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical, coaxial and AES\/EBU run to 24-bit\/192kHz, MQA to 384kHz and DSD64 over DoP. USB reaches 768kHz PCM, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich headphone connections are on the front?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 6.3mm single-ended jack and a four-pin XLR balanced socket, both fed by the same Class A circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M8x controls volume. Set them fixed and a preamplifier downstream takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e483 by 102 by 381mm and 10.6kg, so a full-width shelf rated for an amplifier rather than a source component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LPPc17t4wSs\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMad Audio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qeVP6P1V2fo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced headphone connections, or I2S digital connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983261687981,"sku":"NEW-MFM8XDAC-BLK","price":4599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM8XDAC-BLK_01_front_2026__93391.1770827485.1280.1280_95347103-0552-42f9-a41d-3ff3eff1963a.jpg?v=1778166246"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-power-amplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s PRX Power Amplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Hundred and Thirty Watts, Choke Regulated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6s PRX makes 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms. The interesting part is how it is powered. Musical Fidelity uses a Choke Regulated Power Supply, which is not what you find in most amps at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA choke filters the supply passively, rather than leaning on regulation circuitry near the signal path. The measured result is a signal-to-noise ratio better than 120dB. That is where this amp pulls away from its rivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion sits below 0.007% typical, and frequency response runs from 10Hz up to 100kHz within a single decibel. Those are numbers that hold up against amplifiers costing a good deal more than this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eInside the Chassis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnectivity is more generous than most power amps offer. Two RCA line inputs are fitted alongside one balanced XLR, so more than one source can stay plugged in without a switch box sitting in front of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is 440mm wide, 125 high and 395 deep, and the amp weighs 19.7kg. Most of that mass is transformer and heatsink. That is simply what 230 watts a channel of linear amplification costs you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt comes in black or silver, finished to sit alongside the rest of Musical Fidelity's M6s series, so a matching preamplifier and this amplifier look like one system rather than two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a genuinely quiet amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — better than 120dB signal-to-noise, from a choke-regulated supply rather than regulation circuitry sitting near the signal path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers ask for power\u003c\/strong\u003e — 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms drives the great majority of domestic loudspeakers without the amplifier ever being the limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more than one source\u003c\/strong\u003e — two RCA inputs plus a balanced XLR means a second source can stay connected, which most power amplifiers do not allow at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour preamplifier is balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — the XLR input is there for the long run from preamp to amplifier, which is where single-ended cable picks up hum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — volume and input switching live in the preamp or streamer\/DAC ahead of it. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/musical-fidelity-m6s-preamplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eM6s\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your preamplifier by balanced XLR, or a source by either of the two RCA inputs. Speakers go to the binding posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 19.7kg it wants a shelf rated for the weight, and 395mm of depth plus room behind for cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHere are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required, and the natural next decision — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carry the current properly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR is the better run from preamp to amp — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the amplifier a proper shelf — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e230 watts per channel into 8 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a Choke Regulated Power Supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA supply filtered passively by a choke rather than by regulation circuitry near the signal path. Musical Fidelity credits it for the amplifier's signal-to-noise figure of better than 120dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree: two RCA line-level inputs and one balanced XLR, which is unusually generous for a power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the bench figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTHD plus noise below 0.007% typical, signal-to-noise better than 120dB, and frequency response of 10Hz to 100kHz within a decibel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440mm wide, 125mm high and 395mm deep, weighing 19.7kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, matching the rest of the M6s series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA three-way comparison against the Arcam PA240 and Cambridge Edge W:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bpWe7Bjnct8\" title=\"Arcam PA240 vs Cambridge Edge W vs Musical Fidelity M6s PRX Amplifier Comparison\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about power amplifiers, bridging an amplifier to mono, or building a separates system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983264145581,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRX-SIL","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-power-amplifier-enhanced.jpg?v=1785613025"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3scd-compact-disc-player-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd plays discs like its smaller sibling, then adds the thing that changes what it is for. Three digital inputs on the back let other sources borrow its converter, so it becomes the digital hub of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose inputs are a coaxial taking 32 to 192kHz, an optical taking 32 to 96kHz, and an asynchronous USB-B running to 24-bit and 96kHz. A television, a set-top box and a computer all have somewhere to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAsynchronous is the word doing the work on that USB port. The M3scd clocks the data itself rather than following the computer, which keeps the computer's own timing out of the conversion entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSame Engineering, More Sockets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling. Distortion plus noise stays under 0.003% from 10Hz to 20kHz, and signal-to-noise measures better than 117dB. The architecture is shared across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response holds 10Hz to 20kHz within 0.2dB. Linearity stays inside 0.1dB down to -96dB, channel separation reaches 105dB, and jitter measures under 135 picoseconds peak to peak. Jitter is the number that matters most on a disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs are line-level RCA, coaxial and optical digital, and a 12-volt trigger on a 3.5mm jack for switching a matching amplifier on with it. The case is 440 by 380 by 100mm and weighs 6.05kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds thin\u003c\/strong\u003e — run its optical output into the M3scd and the same converter that handles your discs handles broadcast and streaming sound as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep music on a computer\u003c\/strong\u003e — the asynchronous USB-B input takes 24-bit files to 96kHz and clocks them itself, so the computer's timing never reaches the conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, optical and USB together mean a disc player, a set-top box and a laptop can all stay connected and switched from the remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one converter for everything\u003c\/strong\u003e — instead of a different DAC quality per source, every digital thing in the room ends up sounding like the M3scd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the system to power up together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 12-volt trigger output switches a matching amplifier on with the player, which is a small thing that stops feeling small after a week. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the line-level RCA outputs to your amplifier. That single connection now carries your discs and everything you plug into the three digital inputs behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television goes in on optical, a disc player or set-top box on coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The trigger output can switch a matching amplifier on at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M3scd? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed the coaxial or USB input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial at 32 to 192kHz, optical at 32 to 96kHz, and asynchronous USB-B up to 24-bit and 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does asynchronous USB mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M3scd controls the timing rather than the computer, so jitter from the computer's own clock stays out of the conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the M2scd?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe three digital inputs and the trigger output. The M2scd plays discs only; the M3scd also converts for other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 24-bit Delta-Sigma dual differential design with 8x oversampling, the same architecture used across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder 0.003% distortion plus noise, better than 117dB signal-to-noise, 105dB channel separation, and jitter under 135 picoseconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 380 by 100mm and 6.05kg. One year as standard, extended to two when you register with the US distributor within 30 days of purchase. It covers the original purchaser only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA look at the M3sCD and its 24-bit\/192kHz converter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NSPHly2wU2M\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M3SCD CD player \u0026amp; 192kHz x 24bit DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about using a CD player as a DAC, asynchronous USB, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983399542957,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-SIL","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3SCD_SIL_02-Large__86987.1728373105.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778095179"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6x-dac-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6x DAC - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOne Box for the Whole Digital Front End\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6x DAC is a full-width converter, a preamplifier and a headphone amplifier in one chassis. Two ES9038Q2M chips run in dual differential mode, one per channel, so each side of the stereo image gets its own conversion rather than sharing a chip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEverything digital in the house has somewhere to go. There is a coaxial input, two optical, an AES\/EBU and a USB Type B. The USB takes PCM to 768kHz and native DSD512, and MQA decodes in hardware rather than in software on your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIt Can Run Your System Without a Preamplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth output pairs switch between fixed and variable. Set them variable and the M6x becomes the volume control for a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers. Set them fixed and it hands a clean signal to the preamp you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe 6.3mm headphone output is not an afterthought either. It delivers 1.5 watts per channel into 32 ohms and is specified from 16 ohms upward, so a serious pair of headphones is a cable away rather than another purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhere the Engineering Shows Up on the Bench\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise measures better than 120dB A-weighted at 1kHz and distortion sits under 0.0005%. Channel separation is better than 130dB at 10kHz. Total correlated jitter stays under 12 picoseconds peak to peak, and linearity holds within 0.4dB all the way down to -130dB, which is where cheap converters usually give up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSeven Filters and an Off Switch for the Lot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEvery input is reclocked before conversion. Upsampling can lift incoming PCM to 352.8kHz or 384kHz, and it switches off if you would rather hear the native rate. Seven digital filters and an oversampling-bypass mode let you settle the question by ear rather than by argument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePower comes through an encapsulated toroidal transformer with a DC blocker and an EMI-filtered inlet. Frequency response runs -0.1dB at 10Hz and -0.4dB at 20kHz. The chassis is 440 by 100 by 390mm and weighs 6.9kg, drawing 20 watts at most and under half a watt in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePhil Gold of \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Hi-Fi\u003c\/em\u003e, in a July 15, 2023 review, wrote: \"I have yet to hear a DAC at this price level with such natural and realistic sound across such a broad range of music.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe added one setup note worth acting on: \"If you already have a good preamp or integrated amp and can bypass the M6x DAC’s volume control, I highly recommend it.\" The fixed output setting does exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have more digital sources than inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial, two optical, AES\/EBU and USB mean the streamer, the TV, the disc player and the computer all stay connected at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to lose a box, not add one\u003c\/strong\u003e — variable outputs let the M6x drive a power amp directly, so the preamplifier and its interconnects come out of the rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen in headphones seriously\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1.5 watts into 32 ohms from the 6.3mm jack covers most of what you would want to plug in, with no separate amplifier to buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour library is high resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCM to 768kHz, native DSD512 and hardware MQA decoding mean nothing is downconverted before it reaches the chips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the streamer yourself\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the M6x's digital inputs and it does the converting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePut your computer on USB and everything else on the coaxial, optical or AES\/EBU inputs. Run the balanced XLR outputs to a power amplifier if you have the cables, or the RCA pair to an integrated amp. Then set the rear switch: variable if the M6x is running volume, fixed if something downstream is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones plug into the front. The rest of the rack can stay where it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M6x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your network library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The front jack has the power for a good pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables for the run to your amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-width shelf for a full-width box — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eOne coaxial, two optical, one AES\/EBU and one USB Type B. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs run to 24-bit\/192kHz with MQA; USB goes further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does the USB input support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePCM to 32-bit\/768kHz, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512, through a USB Audio Class 2.0 connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it replace my preamplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Switch the RCA or XLR outputs to variable and the front control governs volume, so a power amplifier or active speakers can connect directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich headphones will it drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe 6.3mm output gives 1.5W per channel into 32 ohms and Musical Fidelity specifies 16 ohms as the minimum load, which covers most full-size headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it decode MQA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, in hardware, on all of the S\/PDIF and AES\/EBU inputs as well as USB. It is also Roon Tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the digital filters for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSeven filter settings plus an oversampling-bypass mode change how the converter handles the top octave. Pick by ear; nothing is permanent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eaudio-2g looks over the M6x DAC and its connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9YpcqfkELCE\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6X DAC\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ehxos plus unboxes one and walks through the rear panel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ne0bC6t6gog\" title=\"A top-quality DAC from Musical Fidelity M6x DAC | Deep Unboxing\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, digital filters, or running a system without a preamplifier? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983410290861,"sku":"NEW-MFM6X-BLK","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6X_BLK_01-Large__21205.1728468056.1280.1280_97ff18e3-8b5b-4363-8d29-c1bf436953be.jpg?v=1778096456"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3scd-compact-disc-player","title":"Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCD Player Worth Discovering Award - \u003cem\u003estereoinedex.com\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Recommended\" Award – \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive Stars - \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Best Silver Disc Spinner at the Price\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M3scd Compact Disc Player has been designed to deliver outstanding CD reproduction and to be a very high quality digital hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to playing CDs, it has three digital inputs: coax, optical, and asynchronous USB. This makes it particularly useful for set-top boxes or TV sound improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe technical performance of the M3scd is excellent, It has everything you would ever want in in an audio component, including very low distortion, extremely low jitter, excellent signal-to-noise ratio, extremely flat frequency response, exemplary linearity, and excellent channel separation. It provides excellent CD replay and superb performance with other digital sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn a joint review of the Musical Fidelity M3scd CD player and M3sci integrated amp, England's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-fi?\u003c\/em\u003e magazine gives the duo its top rating of Five Stars, praising the components for their \"clean, detailed, sophisticated sound, styling, build.\" The magazine calls them a \"classy, midpriced combo with genuine appeal.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M3scd won a CD Player Worth Discovering Award from \u003cem\u003estereoinedex.com\u003c\/em\u003e, September 4, 2025. \"Musical and authoritative… The M3scd is an evolution of Musical Fidelity’s well-regarded M3CD. With a new disc mechanism, a 24\/192 DAC that doubles as an external digital converter, and a beefed-up power supply, this player feels built for the long haul. Its sound is rich, bold, and confident — a true musical performer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine gave the M3scd a \"Recommended\" Award, reporting, \"This is an elegant way of doing things. The Musical Fidelity combo appoints its CD player to be the centre of attention, with full CD playback offered plus DAC functionality. Given that a CD player needs a DAC, then it makes sense to offer additional digital inputs on it, as is the case here with the M3scd. The result is something that is easy and intuitive to use.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Wide, Immersive Soundstage\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sonic performance of the M3scd is where it truly shines,\" notes \u003cem\u003etheaudiotailor.com\u003c\/em\u003e, January 27, 2025. \"Its exemplary linearity ensures that every nuance in your music is reproduced with stunning accuracy. The excellent channel separation creates a wide, immersive soundstage that brings recordings to life.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Don't be dissuaded by the fact that Musical Fidelity isn't especially renowned for Compact Disc, then,\" suggest David Price, \u003cem\u003estereonet.com\u003c\/em\u003e, February 9, 2021. \"It's crisp, well-etched and detailed, yet not overly analytical or forensic. To my ears at least, this is the best-balanced silver disc spinner at the price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUnsurpassed Playability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M3scd uses a top quality CD mechanism with unsurpassed playability. For best performance, Musical Fidelity advises caution with using cheap and\/or computer type CD-R\/RW disks for audio. To ensure optimum reliability and performance, home-generated CDs intended for playback should be recorded as CDDA AUDIO CDs (the unit does not playback MP3, WAV, encoded disks) on good quality household brand AUDIO type CD-R\/RWs burned at a slower speed, such as 16x.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Ins and Outs You Need\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn addition to CD it has three digital inputs: coax, optical, and asynchronous USB. This makes it particularly useful for set top boxes and\/or TV sound improvement. Music streamers and Blu-ray players love the M3scd. The technical performance is excellent. It has very low distortion, extremely low jitter, excellent signal-to-noise ratio, extremely flat frequency response, exemplary linearity, and excellent channel separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOutputs consist of one line level unbalanced analog stereo RCA out, one RCA coaxial digital out, and one Toslink optical digital out. There's also a trigger in and out for convenient integration with your other gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHighly Capable Stand-alone DAC\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOne reason that CDs sound so great is the M3scd's superior DAC. It uses 24-bit Delta-Sigma (bit stream) dual differential chipset with 8x over-sampling. And you can harness the musical power of the M3scd's circuitry with your other digital gear, because it also functions as a highly capable stand-alone DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImmeasurably Low Jitter, Noise, and Distortion with All Sources\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M3scd's digital inputs allow the connection of external digital audio sources such as TV, streamers, and computers, which benefit from its internal high quality DAC circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eInputs consist of one RCA coaxial connection SPDIF, 32-192kHz (16-24 bit stereo PCM), one Toslink optical connection 32-96kHz (16-24 bit stereo PCM), and one USB type ‘B’ connection with asynchronous data stream at up to 24-bit\/96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOutputs consist of one line level RCA analog connection, one RCA coaxial connection (Digital SPDIF), and one Toslink optical connection (Digital SPDIF).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA trigger input and output provide convenient system integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOversampling, Upsampling, and Digital Filtering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAll connections use a top quality oversampling 24 bit 192 kHz upsampling digital-to-analog converter. The upsampling action moves the digital artefacts to well outside the audio band, allowing easy removal without detriment to the top end of the audio band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe well-tuned proprietary filtering circuit gives immeasurably low jitter, noise and distortion artefacts, allowing astounding imaging, detail and transparency, to deliver all music types exactly as the artist originally intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePartners with M3\/M3s and M6\/M6s Series Products\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M3scd is designed to be partnered with present and future M3\/M3s and M6\/M6s series products. This combination yields one of the best high-fidelity systems available at any price. Used properly and carefully, it should give many years of outstanding musical reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor convenient armchair operation, a universal wireless remote control is included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981931077805,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-BLK","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chrome \/ New","offer_id":45983161254061,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-CHR","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983399542957,"sku":"NEW-MFM3SCD-SIL","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM3SCD_BLK_02-Large__70833.1728372507.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778095166"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6scd-compact-disc-player","title":"Musical Fidelity M6scd Compact Disc Player","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh Performance CD Player That's Also a Superb Outboard DAC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity's M6scd is a superb performer that will reveal a wealth of details in standard Red Book CDs plus other digital sources. The M6scd uses a 32-bit DAC with 192 kHz upsampling and delivers outstanding technical and musical performance. Old favorites will take on new life, while you will also get the most out of the latest CD recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Complete Digital Hub\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIf the only thing that the M6scd did was play standard CDs as beautifully as it does, it would easily earn its keep. But it does far more. The M6scd includes a a range of digital inputs, allowing you to use it as a highly revealing, musically satisfying outboard DAC with music streamers, Blu-ray players, and lots of other digital sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Generous Selection of Ins and Outs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe inputs consist of two coaxial digital inputs, two optical inputs, and an asynchronous USB connection that ensures the lowest jitter and lowest distortion playback. This wide selection of inputs makes the M6scd particularly useful for set top boxes and\/or TV sound improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOutputs consist of one line level unbalanced analog stereo RCA out, one line level balanced analog stereo XLR out, one RCA coaxial digital out, and one Toslink optical digital out. There's also a trigger in and out for convenient integration with your other gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6scd is a top notch CD player and digital hub inside one beautifully engineered component. But you already knew that. It's a Musical Fidelity product, after all.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45980585787565,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SCD-SIL","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983211585709,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SCD-BLK","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/mfm6scd_lp34_sil-large__51023.1728373669.1280.1280_b6f4ca27-45e1-4f9d-8ae2-6f7613c92107.jpg?v=1778099120"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6x-dac","title":"Musical Fidelity M6x DAC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct of the Year Award 2025 – \u003cem\u003estereonet.com\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviewers' Choice Award – \u003cem\u003esoundstagehifi.com\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutstanding Product Award – \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Milestone DAC Design from Musical Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe powerful, feature-rich M6x DAC is a new milestone in the history of Musical Fidelity DACs. Going all the way back, the M6x DAC is the proud successor to the Digilog model that started it all way back in 1988. The M6x's immediate predecessor, the M6s DAC was one of the first to use the critically acclaimed ESS 32-bit HyperStream II DAC architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith the M6sR DAC, Musical Fidelity continued to improve the firmware and added a few other quality of life improvements. DSD was now easier to use, it had full Roon Support and inputs and outputs were updated to keep up with the fast moving digital audio landscape. And the M6sR DAC was now being made in the EU!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBuilding on knowledge and experience with Sabre ESS chips, Musical Fidelity upgraded them to the newer ES9038Q2M, and now use two of them in dual differential mode for a pristine dual mono design. The inclusion of a Time Domain Jitter Eliminator results in superb SNR and THD+N performance with unbelievably detailed transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOther advances in the DAC section include upsampling and re-clocking. Upsampling can independently be switched on or off. The 16-core XMOS and CPLD MAX II Altera processors ensure there is always enough headroom for these operations, the new digital filters and the MQA processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe USB Class 2.0 input takes PCM sample rates up to 768 kHz and 32 bit. DSD support goes up to DSD256 via DoP and native DSD512. The S\/PDIF inputs accept stereo PCM sample rates up to 192 kHz \/ 24 bit and include full MQA support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6x won a Product of the Year Award 2025 from \u003cem\u003estereonet.com\u003c\/em\u003e in the DAC category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The latest in a long line of Musical Fidelity M-series DACs, the 6x is the company’s current flagship number cruncher. An old-school design sans streaming or any other such fancy stuff, it’s still come a long way since the first Digilog of the nineteen eighties. Large, heavy and festooned with buttons and status LEDs, it’s extremely well made inside and out while offering 32-bit, 768kHz PCM and DSD512 playback plus MQA, and excellent connectivity. Its sound is the star attraction though, thanks to its wonderfully open, detailed and musically enjoyable character.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOutstanding Product Award\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6x was honored with an Outstanding Product Award from \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e magazine. \"Musical Fidelity's latest converter is a winning combination of foolproof usability, wide file compatibility and accomplished performance that favours any musical genre. Add in the eminently sensible price tag, and this full-width DAC has serious X appeal.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIt also grabbed a Reviewers' Choice Award from \u003cem\u003esoundstagehifi.com\u003c\/em\u003e, which raves, \"I have yet to hear a DAC at this price level with such natural and realistic sound across such a broad range of music… From a price-performance perspective in this crowded, competitive field, the M6x DAC stands out.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Output Buffers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe single-ended RCA and balanced XLR outputs each have their own output buffer. Via the XLR plugs you can enjoy a fully-differential amplifier design enabling a fully balanced output. Both output stages deliver superior audio quality, exhibit very low noise, large output voltage swing and high current drive. The excellent gain bandwidth and very fast slew rate produce exceptionally low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuper Silent Power Transformers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6x DAC displays Musical Fidelity's continued development of its Super Silent Power Transformers. The industrial grade power jack with an EMI filter and DC blocker stop interferences and eliminate transformer hum. The encapsulated toroidal transformer with low core saturation is ideal for audio applications and especially perfect for digital audio due to its extremely low electromagnetic radiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCorrect PCB Design and Layout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters, compared to analog amplifiers, present their own design challenges. They work in different domains with their own requirements, and they need to be treated as such. Power requirements are unique, and solutions designed for amplifiers will not show similar results when paired with digital circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity has always elevated circuit board design and layout up to the highest of standards. The design and layout need to be custom-tailored to each application, measure well, AND sound as envisioned. Only then have the engineers done their job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOutstanding Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe built-in headphone amplifier's current-feedback AB architecture delivers high bandwidth, extremely low noise, and up to 128dB of dynamic range. Three key features make current-feedback amplifiers outstanding for audio. The high slew rate prevents odd order distortion anomalies. Current-on-demand at the output enables the amplifier to respond quickly and linearly; when large amounts of output power are suddenly needed, the amplifier can respond extremely quickly without raising the noise floor of the system and degrading the signal-to-noise ratio. Gain-independent frequency response allows the full bandwidth of the amplifier to be used over a wide range of volume settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMechanically Sound, Too!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith close attention paid to every aspect of the M6x DAC, the mechanical construction is uncompromisingly rigid and solid in typical Musical Fidelity tradition. Front panel and side panels are milled from extruded aluminum profiles. The exterior doesn’t only look clean, stunning and indestructible, but it also protects the internals against outer electromagnetic fields, and in the same way it protects your other hi-fi gear against electromagnetic fields generated by the M6x DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConnect with Your Favorite Music on a Hypnotic Level\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6x DAC connects you to your favorite artists on a hypnotic level. Unpack the M6x DAC, connect the cables, and then just leave it at its standard settings and feel the immediate musical integration. The whole sound is sweet and clear. The treble is completely grain free and extended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe bottom end sounds endless with tactile bass dynamics. As you get reintroduced to your music library, you might want to discover what else is possible and hear it from different stages. Customizability and settings turn the M6x DAC into a powerful tool for experts, which elevates it into a league of its own. Explore the sound stage with upsampling or without, and see if you are drawn in deeper. Choose between seven different digital filters and a complete oversampling bypass, disabling those filters. 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The M6si enhances your listening experience by providing more inputs and completely new internal circuitry to offer greatly improved technical and sonic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDespite its highly affordable price tag, the M6si provides true high-end sound quality. Because of the considerable amount of power on tap (220-watts-per-channel at 8 ohms), the sonics are effortless and unstressed. Its stability margins are huge, so it will drive any loudspeaker easily. But this is only the beginning of what the M6si really does, which is sounding fantastically musical. Because of its preamp\/power amp configuration it produces wide, stable images with an effortless, clear, un-grainy sound quality. The bottom end is delivered with a vast punch and speed of attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Tough Act to Follow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6i was a tough act to follow. \"We felt that the original M6i's package size, power and price were spot on,\" says Musical Fidelity Founder and CEO Antony Michaelson. What he felt was needed was the addition of extra input facilities and, if possible, an all around improvement of technical performance. \"By the way, despite endless component price rises during the M6i's life, we didn't alter its selling price. This made our final requirement even harder,\" reports Antony. \"The M6si should not be significantly more expensive than the outgoing model.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Completely Separate Internal Monoblock Amps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn designing the M6si, the engineers decided to use Musical Fidelity's exclusive SMD Surface Mount Design layout techniques. This reduced the size of the circuit's footprint and allowed greatly increased flexibility with the internal layout. Consequently, the M6si is configured as a preamp with two completely separate and independent monoblock power amps. In other words, the M6si is a proper preamp with its own separate regulated power supply and discrete monoblock power amps sharing same casework This is a big change from the outgoing M6i. The M6si's technical performance is a significant advance on the old model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImmaculate Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si performs immaculately. There is no other way to put it. Because of its preamp + two monoblocks power amp configuration, both channels perform virtually identically, which is exactly what you would expect from a preamp with separate power amps but \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e what you would expect from a normal integrated amplifier. The makes the M6si unique compared to other integrateds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDistortion is very low at less than 0.005%. More tellingly, HF distortion is incredibly low. The vast majority of amplifiers suffer huge increases in distortion as you go up in frequency. The M6si's meticulous PCB and circuit design means that HF performance is virtually identical to the LF performance. This is significant for sound quality. Thus, at 10 kHz distortion is only about 0.006% and at 20 kHz it measures an astonishingly low 0.007%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChannel separation is remarkable, and remarkably consistent, too. Most amplifiers (integrated or pre\/power) have dramatically worsening crosstalk as the frequency increases. The M6si's crosstalk is outstanding. Even at 20 kHz, it is better than 82dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImpressive Onboard Phono Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si's onboard phono stage is also special, starting with its MC moving coil and MM moving magnet compatibility. It boasts a very accurate RIAA, within ± 0.5dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Also it maintains its accuracy right out to 50 kHz. The MM noise ratio is an outstanding 93dB down, while even more amazingly the MC stage is about 87dB down. The phono stage distortion is a very low 0.01%. All in all the M6si's, phono stage is exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e24-bit\/96 kHz Asynchronous USB Input\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 24-bit\/96 kHz asynchronous USB input uses exactly the same circuitry and technology as Musical Fidelity's highly regarded V-Link and other top quality computer interfaces. Jitter is virtually eliminated. Noise is incredibly low and distortion is virtually nonexistent. The M6si's USB input is capable of eking out the finest details from the computer source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6si also has a home theater bypass for easy integration into your theater system, preamp output jacks, and 12-volt trigger inputs and outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAt the end of it all, the M6si offers true high-end sound quality, an extensive range of useful inputs, a compact package, reliability, and a highly affordable price for the level of build and performance that it delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Masterful M6 Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity designed the M6 series to be the high-quality heart of your home entertainment, combining power, performance and future-proof features into beautifully built components that will delight for years to come. The series includes a CD player, DAC, integrated amplifier, preamplifier, and power amplifier. Each of these is packed with innovation, enabling it to deliver the best from both traditional discs and modern digital streams. Whatever style and source of music you love, the M6 series is ready to serve it up flawlessly. The exceptional sonic talents are matched by premium fit and finish. This is high-end hi-fi you'll be proud to own – all at an attainable price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45980601581741,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI-BLK","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chrome \/ New","offer_id":45981716545709,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI-CHR","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI_BLK01-Large__60711.1739914869.1280.1280_ac4cecfe-65cd-48f0-ac84-94eb257b9576.jpg?v=1778101166"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m3x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design","title":"Musical Fidelity M3x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M3x DAC features true dual mono architecture with 32-bit processing, supporting PCM up to 32-bit\/192kHz and DSD128 for exceptional digital-to-analog conversion. 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The Nu-Vista DAC incorporates Musical Fidelity's famous Nuvistor circuitry, each channel having a fully balanced stage of Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes involved in a discrete Class A amplifier buffer. It features RCA and XLR outputs, 3x optical and 1x coax SPDIF inputs, 1x USB and 1x AES\/EBU inputs. A I2S input is also there, for a future yet to be announced Nu-Vista CD-player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBuilding on Musical Fidelity's knowledge and experience with Sabre ESS chips, the Nu-Vista DAC uses 2 x ES9038Q2M chips in dual differential mode for a pristine dual mono design. Thanks to these converters, the Nu-Vista DAC supports up to 768 kHz files in PCM and DSD256 via DoP and native DSD512 via USB, covering any digital file you can buy or stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe SPDIF inputs are greatly improved as well, now supporting MQA (up to 384kHz) and DSD (DoP 64) as well! Building on Musical Fidelity's knowledge and experience with Sabre ESS chips, the Nu-Vista DAC uses 2 x ES9038Q2M chips in dual differential mode for a pristine dual mono design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThanks to these converters, the Nu-Vista DAC supports up to 768 kHz files in PCM and DSD256 via DoP and native DSD512 via USB, covering any digital file you can buy or stream. The SPDIF inputs have been upgraded as well, now supporting MQA (up to 384kHz) and DSD (DoP 64).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDigital Architecture\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical Fidelity utilizes an extremely low-noise, low-dropout regulator designed specifically for high-performance audio systems and optimized for high-resolution audio thanks to its revolutionary dual-regulator architecture. The inclusion of a Time Domain Jitter Eliminator results in superb SNR and THD+N performance with unbelievably detailed transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDigital audio is the art of time. Musical Fidelity's proprietary clock design manages jitter rates of unrivalled and below 100 femtoseconds. This outperforms many renowned and respected audiophile clock generators! Other advances in the DAC section include optional upsampling and reclocking and an oversampling bypass mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe 16-core XMOS and CPLD MAX II Altera processors ensure there is always enough headroom for these operations, the digital filters, including Musical Fidelity's own new proprietary filter for optimum transient response, and the MQA processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Legendary Nu-Vista Stage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNever before in the history of hi-fi have Nuvistor tubes been coupled with state-of-the-art fully balanced and discrete technology and sophisticated modern digital architecture. The DAC section goes directly into a high-performance, fully differential analogue stage with technical characteristics that are astonishing. Each channel has its own fully balanced Nuvistor output stage; the Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes running in a completely discrete Class A setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe power of the Nuvistors is leveraged as an excellent low-impedance output stage with ultra-low distortion and unfathomably low noise. But dreamlike technical measurements aren’t everything. Silky smooth sound with enormous transients and effortless feel that retains all its punchiness and clarity, without any harshness or astringent sound behavior. This is what the Nu-Vista DAC so masterfully accomplishes. Something that DACs often struggle with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUpsampling, Reclocking, and Digital Filters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe CPLD MAX II (Complex Programmable Logic Device) Altera is used for re-clocking, which together with the XMOS microcontroller brings high-quality processing of both PCM, DSD and MQA technology. Upsampling and reclocking can be individually turned on and off for PCM signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDSD and MQA use their own format specific settings and filters. For PCM signals, the Nu-Vista DAC has eight selectable digital filters. One of them is Musical Fidelity's proprietary optimal transient digital filter. In this filter, Musical Fidelity trades off frequency domain performance for optimum time domain performance resulting in a slight frequency roll-off at 20kHz, but zero pre-ringing and zero post ringing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMusical Fidelity for the Sake of Music\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMusical purists looking to feel that hypnotic sensation of communication between listener and artist will find it here. Just leave it at its standard settings and feel the immediate musical integration. The whole sound is sweet and clear. The treble is completely grain free and extended. The bottom end sounds endless with tactile bass dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAs you get reintroduced to your music library, you might want to discover what else is possible and hear it from different perspectives. Explore the sound stage with upsampling or without. See what reclocking does and let yourself be drawn in deeper. Choose between 7 different digital filters, or Musical Fidelity's favorite, the optimum transient filter. If you have the ultra-high-res files at hand, experience what the Nu-Vista DAC is truly capable of in oversampling bypass mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHeroic Build Quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eLike all Nu-Vistas, the mechanical construction is uncompromisingly rigid and solid in typical Musical Fidelity tradition. Front panel and side panels are milled from extruded aluminum profiles and are extremely massive. The Nu-Vista DAC is basically immune against the effects of vibration from the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe same can be said about electromagnetic immunity. The massive aluminum case acts as a Faraday cage. It protects the incredibly sensitive phono stage internals against outer electromagnetic fields. Also included is the Nu-Vista remote control which is a solid \"Nu-Vista\" style re-imagination of usual remote controls. Machined from solid, it has the same feel as front panel of unit, has powerful beam, and runs off easily replaceable AAA Batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNuvistor Tubes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNuvistor tubes were invented in the 1950s to solve the many shortcomings of conventional tubes. Unlike them, Nuvistor tubes offer very high reliability, low microphony, low noise, consistency from batch to batch, small size, relatively low power consumption and great technical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eOne famous application was in the Ampex MR-70, a costly studio tape recorder whose entire electronics section was based on nuvistors. Another limited application of this very small tube was in studio-grade microphones from that era, the AKG\/Norelco C12a, which employed the 7586, being a good example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIt was also later found in the famed Neumann U 47 studio microphone. This microphone was highly regarded by artists all over the world, and was used by many top recording artists, including Frank Sinatra and the Beatles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBut just as uses for Nuvistor tubes were being explored, the transistor was invented and it was ‘game over’ for Nuvistors. There the matter rested until about fifteen years ago, when Musical Fidelity created the first of its ground-breaking Nu-Vista series. These legendary, limited-edition products sold out in a matter of months. Today, fifteen years later, they command very high secondhand prices because of their beautiful sound, build quality, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KB32eqErnFI\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Overview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003einfoaudio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o4pwGfnqfDc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC Demonstration\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981222666413,"sku":"NEW-MFNVDAC-SIL","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981509976237,"sku":"NEW-MFNVDAC-BLK","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVDAC_SIL_01_2023__19136.1728469858.1280.1280_41e2014a-876c-45d0-9670-eb6870140981.jpg?v=1778148419"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-nu-vista-vinyl-2-mm-mc-phono-preamplifier","title":"Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 MM\/MC Phono Preamplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Reference Phono Stage Built Around a Rare Tube\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 is a flagship MM\/MC phono stage built around eight 7586 nuvistor tubes, set in a balanced buffer circuit. Nuvistors are a tiny, metal-shelled kind of vacuum tube. They have been largely out of production since the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity has kept a private stock of them for its Nu-Vista line since the 1990s, and the Vinyl 2 is part of that same lineage. It shares the Nu-Vista name with the brand's Nu-Vista DAC, launched alongside it. The Nu-Vista 600.2 and 800.2 integrated amplifiers carry the name too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThis is the Vinyl 2, Musical Fidelity's reference phono stage, introduced in late 2023. It's distinct from the newer Nu-Vista Vinyl S. The Vinyl S is a companion model, built in a smaller, more affordable cabinet for owners of the compact 600.2 and 800.2 amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S is not a replacement for the Vinyl 2. Both remain current, and each is aimed at a different size of system, so the choice is about the rack it joins rather than which came later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuild quality matches the ambition. The chassis measures 483 by 188 by 510mm and weighs 22kg. An optional external Nu-Vista Uni PSU power supply is also available, for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePrecision Adjustment for Every Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eGain steps in 3dB increments across four MM settings: 40, 43, 46, and 49dB. Four MC settings step the same way: 60, 63, 66, and 69dB, each with an optional +6dB boost. Every setting is made from the front panel menu or the remote. There are no internal jumpers to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMC loading offers eight switchable values: 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 400, 800, and 1,000 ohms, plus a 47 kOhm setting. MM input loading is fixed at 47 kOhms. Capacitance is selectable from 50 to 400pF on MM, or fixed at 400pF on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree curves are built in: RIAA, Decca and Columbia. The last two suit older pressings, cut before RIAA became the standard. RIAA accuracy on the standard curve is rated within ±0.2dB on MM and ±0.2\/-0.25dB on MC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio exceeds 110dB A-weighted on MM, and 98dB on MC. THD at 1kHz stays under 0.005% on MM and under 0.008% on MC. Those are reference figures, not merely good ones. A subsonic filter offers off, mild or standard settings. The standard setting cuts at 20Hz with an 18dB per octave slope, which is enough for a warped record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMenu-Driven Control With a Warm-Up Ritual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA front-panel display and menu system replace the small switches found on most phono stages. Gain, loading, capacitance, EQ curve, and subsonic filtering are all set through the menu or the remote. Settings store per input, so each turntable keeps its own setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo balanced XLR inputs and two unbalanced RCA inputs are provided. One balanced XLR output and one unbalanced RCA output round out the back panel, and both can run at the same time. Each input has its own ground terminal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAn LED beside the tubes tracks warm-up. It glows red during a brief startup mute, then orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability, usually after about 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAdam Smith reviewed the Vinyl 2 for Hi-Fi News in March 2024, awarding it an \"HFN Outstanding\" rating. He described the \"bass lines\" as \"tight and deep, with a superb amount of detail at all times.\" He found the treble \"crisp, clean, open and precise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe noted the Vinyl 2 \"has abilities in terms of dynamics that are a rarity, even at this not inconsiderable price.\" He concluded that Musical Fidelity's \"preferred ‘neutral, dynamic and vivid’ sound is absolutely nailed\" by it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBarry James Johnston reviewed it for SoundStage Australia in October 2024. He found that it \"did not present any components that were not on the record.\" As he put it, \"it just didn't, full-stop.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe called it \"one of the best pieces of hi-fi equipment I have had my hands on, period.\" He praised its \"dynamics for days, and a beautifully clean insight into the track, at all times.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamp Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors building a genuine reference-level system.\u003c\/strong\u003e A rare nuvistor tube circuit and menu-driven precision aim squarely at the high end of vinyl playback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of hard-to-match MC cartridges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight loading values and 3dB gain steps dial in a far finer match than a handful of fixed switch positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors with pre-RIAA pressings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in Decca and Columbia curves handle older records cut before the RIAA standard took hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone building a balanced XLR system.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two XLR inputs and a balanced XLR output sit alongside RCA connections throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt expects a front end of the same class\u003c\/strong\u003e — a nuvistor circuit, eight loading values and 3dB gain steps only show their worth behind a tonearm and cartridge built to match. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003emoving coil cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e include the ones it is designed to resolve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRun your turntable's cable into one of the Vinyl 2's RCA or XLR inputs, matched to your tonearm's cable. Connect its ground wire to the matching terminal, then connect its RCA or XLR output to your preamp the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUse the front panel menu or remote to set gain, loading, capacitance, and EQ curve for your cartridge. Give the nuvistor tubes roughly 20 minutes to reach full thermal stability before critical listening. The blue status LED will let you know when they're ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e with a balanced tonearm output to take advantage of its XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eMoving coil phono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e matched to its eight-step loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e with balanced XLR inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect cables\u003c\/a\u003e, balanced or unbalanced, to connect its outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat is a nuvistor, and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA nuvistor is a miniature metal-shelled vacuum tube, largely out of production since the 1970s. Musical Fidelity has held a private stock for its Nu-Vista components since the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Nu-Vista Vinyl S?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl S uses similar nuvistor tube circuitry in a smaller, less expensive cabinet. It's aimed at owners of Musical Fidelity's compact integrated amps. The Vinyl 2 is the larger, full-featured reference model, and both remain current models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I use this with cartridges other than modern MM and MC types?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, to a degree. Built-in Decca and Columbia equalization curves are provided for older records cut before the RIAA standard. The standard RIAA curve handles everything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDo I need the optional Nu-Vista Uni PSU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Vinyl 2 runs on its own internal power supply. The Uni PSU is an optional external upgrade. It's for owners who want to isolate the power section further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow do I know when the tubes are ready?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA status LED beside the tubes turns from red at startup to orange once the unit is operational. It turns blue after roughly 20 minutes, once the nuvistors reach full thermal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity covers the Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 with a two-year warranty, managed through its local authorized distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about matching a phono preamp to your cartridge, balanced connections, or getting the most from your vinyl collection? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981223157933,"sku":"NEW-MFNVVINYL2-SIL","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982876074157,"sku":"NEW-MFNVVINYL2-BLK","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFNVVINYL2_SIL_01_2023__70588.1726826488.1280.1280_e0e003a9-21df-4088-88c2-70fe4fabed6a.jpg?v=1778148767"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-power-amplifier","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s PRX Power Amplifier","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\"A True World-Class Product\" – \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi+\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePraised by \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi+\u003c\/em\u003e as \"a true world-class product\", Musical Fidelity's M6s PRX is a 260 watts-per-channel power amplifier with a unique Choke Regulated Power Supply (CRPS). The M6s PRX shares the same basic circuit topology as its premium Titan or AMS50 siblings, featuring eight output transistors per channel, but the CRPS gives it a technical twist of its own, enabling performance levels that eclipse its rivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe awesome combination of precision and power means the M6s PRX can drive even demanding speakers with complete neutrality. England's \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi Choice\u003c\/em\u003e magazine said the M6s PRX has an \"aura of unflappable invincibility. You can push the amp hard without ever sensing that it's struggling.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThese sentiments were echoed by the \u003cem\u003eHi-Fi+\u003c\/em\u003e review, which described the M6s PRX as having \"an effortless quality it almost makes your speakers seem bigger and better than they really are.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe main characteristics of the M6s PRX include extremely low wide-band distortion, low output impedance, excellent load driving, huge stability margins and very high peak current delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBalanced and Unbalanced Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6s PRX is also a flexible design, featuring 2 x RCA unbalanced line level inputs and 1 x line level XLR balanced inputs. Its line output jacks also allow it to be easily used in a bi-amp or even tri-amp configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCRPS Choke Regulation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe M6s PRXA has a high quality power supply featuring choke filtration on the mains input. This effectively acts as a an AC line conditioner which increases the performance and value of the M6s PRX to even greater heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTypical choke designs can end up causing as many difficulties as they solve, because they create a magnetic field that has deleterious effects on the musical signal. But the bifilar choke regulation system used by Musical Fidelity cancels out the magnetic fields that other styles of chokes generate. The circuit takes advantage of a tried and true design. The company has been using this technology since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981453615277,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRX-BLK","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983264145581,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRX-SIL","price":3299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/musical-fidelity-m6s-prx-black-front-enhanced.jpg?v=1785614741"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6si500-dual-mono-integrated-amplifier","title":"Musical Fidelity M6si500 Dual Mono Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003c!-- SECTION 3A: PRODUCT TITLE \u0026 SUBTITLE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTwo Monoblocks and a Preamp, in One Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M6si500 is an integrated amplifier only in the sense that it lives in one box. Inside are a separate preamp stage and two independent monoblock power amps, each with its own large toroidal transformer feeding it. The preamp sits above them on its own level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThat layout is why the numbers look the way they do. Power is 500 watts per channel into 8 ohms. There is no shared supply for the two channels to fight over, so what one channel is doing has no effect on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat 500 Watts Buys You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIt is not really about volume. A speaker that dips low in impedance asks for current, and most amplifiers start to strain when it does. This one does not, which is why it holds its shape on dense music where a smaller amp turns the bottom end to mush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuilt Like the Price Suggests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe front panel is milled from a single extrusion of military-grade aluminum, and the heatsinks are made specially rather than bought in. The whole thing weighs 30kg, or 66 pounds, and measures 440 by 160 by 460mm. It needs a shelf that means it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Bench Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise stays under 0.01% across the audio band, and signal-to-noise is better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response runs from 10Hz to 20kHz within a tenth of a decibel. Those are the figures of a well-sorted power amplifier, not a compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eConnections are deliberately plain. Four line-level RCA inputs, one of them switchable to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input. On the way out there is a preamp output and a fixed-level output. Nothing else is in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDoug Schroeder reviewed this amplifier for \u003cem\u003eDagogo\u003c\/em\u003e, under its earlier M6 500i name. His verdict on power was unambiguous: it \"has power on reserve to drive nearly any speaker you care to use.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWhat he valued was that the reserve was never audible as effort. \"I never felt the music lacked punch or weight,\" he wrote, having enjoyed \"the crispness of the M6 500i\" on bass-heavy material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers are hard to drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — 500 watts a channel from two independent monoblocks means the amplifier stops being the reason a difficult pair sounds flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want separates without the separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — a preamp and two monoblocks in one chassis saves two boxes, two power cords and a pair of interconnects, and the shelf space they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a home theater\u003c\/strong\u003e — one line input switches to bypass, so a processor can drive the front channels and the same amplifier serves both systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want it to last\u003c\/strong\u003e — a machined aluminum front, custom heatsinks and 66 pounds of build are what you are paying for as much as the watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe M6si500 is a pure analog amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no converter, no phono stage and no streaming on board, so digital sources need something ahead of it. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs take a CD player, a converter, a phono stage or a streamer, and a balanced XLR input takes a source with balanced outputs. One of the RCA inputs can be set to home theater bypass for an AV processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable goes to the binding posts. A preamp output and a fixed-level output are on the back for a subwoofer or a recorder, and the amplifier is happy driving long cable runs given the supply behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 watts a channel deserves a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The digital front end this amplifier leaves to you — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eDACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced or single-ended into the amp, and good cable out — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 66 pounds it needs a shelf built for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e500 watts per channel into 8 ohms, which Musical Fidelity quotes as 27dBW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does dual mono actually mean here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eTwo independent monoblock power amps, each with its own toroidal transformer, plus a separate preamp stage above them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFour line-level RCA inputs, one of which can be set to home theater bypass, and one balanced XLR input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in DAC or phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eIt is a pure analog amplifier. A converter or phono stage connects to one of the line inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e440 by 160 by 460mm, weighing 30kg, or about 66 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat are the measured figures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDistortion plus noise below 0.01%, signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted, and response within 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIghFIdelity Stereo runs the amplifier with a pair of PMC Twenty26:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LdqWbUiOwfc\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500i + PMC Twenty26\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd Phil Ear takes a closer look at the same amplifier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lzB6PykPpHo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6 500 i\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, matching an amp to your speakers, or building a two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981579673773,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI500-SIL","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982106288301,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SI500-BLK","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SI500-SIL_01_angle_2026__04955.1776436906.1280.1280_56a47ed3-87e9-4dce-beba-93fcc68fec31.jpg?v=1778166231"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6s-preamplifier","title":"Musical Fidelity M6s Preamplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Class A Preamp That Already Has Your Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity builds the M6s PRE fully balanced, from the input sockets to the output sockets. It runs Class A throughout. That is the expensive way to make a preamplifier, and it is the reason this one weighs 11.4kg and measures 440 by 126 by 400mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe input list covers a full system. Four RCA line pairs and two balanced XLR pairs take your components. A USB type B socket takes a computer directly. An MM\/MC phono input takes a turntable, so vinyl needs nothing extra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eOutputs run to three. A variable XLR pair and a variable RCA pair feed power amplifiers. A fixed RCA pair feeds a recorder. Home theater bypass is available on the balanced and line inputs alike, and an infrared remote is in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhere the Class A Bill Comes Due\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe measurements show what the balanced path buys. Distortion reads 0.005% through the RCA outputs. Through the XLR outputs it drops to 0.0004%. Signal-to-noise beats 96dB A-weighted, and channel separation matches it at better than 96dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs 10Hz to 80kHz, within a decibel. Output impedance sits at 47 ohms, low enough to drive a long cable without losing the top end. Maximum output is 9.5V through RCA and 19V balanced. No power amplifier will ask for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage is a real one, not a token. Sensitivity is 3.5mV for moving-magnet cartridges and 440 microvolts for moving-coil. Loading is 47k ohms on MM. The overload margin runs to 29dB, which is what keeps a hot cartridge from clipping the input on loud passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are done buying boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — the phono stage and the USB input are already inside. A turntable and a computer both connect without another component on the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifiers live across the room\u003c\/strong\u003e — 19V of balanced output and a 47-ohm output impedance push a long XLR run. The top end arrives intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou switch between a lot of sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — four RCA pairs and two XLR pairs give you six line inputs. Nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a home theater too\u003c\/strong\u003e — bypass is available on the balanced and the line inputs. A processor drives your front speakers at its own level, and your two-channel setup stays as you left it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to plug a TV or CD transport in digitally\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB is the only digital input here; there is no optical or coaxial socket. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e on a line input and every digital source in the house comes through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eRun the variable XLR outputs to your power amplifier, or the variable RCA pair if it is single-ended. Line sources fill the four RCA pairs and the two XLR pairs. A turntable goes into the phono socket with its ground wire, and a computer plugs into the USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed RCA output stays at one level for a recorder. Set an input to home theater bypass and a surround processor shares your main speakers. One remote handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6s PRE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the balanced outputs a partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/amplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced cable suits a long run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. It takes moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, at 3.5mV and 440 microvolts sensitivity, with 47k-ohm loading on MM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I connect a computer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, through the USB type B socket on the back. It takes a standard printer-style USB cable from a Mac or PC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIs it really fully balanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. The balanced path runs from the input sockets all the way to the output sockets, in Class A, rather than being converted at the jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA variable balanced XLR pair, a variable RCA pair, and a fixed-level RCA pair for recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it work with a home theater system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Home theater bypass is offered on the balanced and the line-level inputs, so a processor passes through at fixed level to your front speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat size is it, and what finishes are there?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e440 by 126 by 400mm, and 11.4kg, in black or silver. Leave clearance behind the rack for XLR plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA close look at the M6s PRE and its connections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mgwZmP-RzhA\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6s PRE\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about preamplifiers, phono stages, or balanced connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983063179437,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRE-BLK","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983226265773,"sku":"NEW-MFM6SPRE-SIL","price":2099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6SPRE-BLK_02_front_2025__21323.1762270359.1280.1280_3f393434-b6f9-43ce-af0c-387e8866df95.jpg?v=1778094949"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m8x-dac-32-bit-dual-mono-design","title":"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC - 32 Bit Dual Mono Design","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter at the Top of the M Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Musical Fidelity M8x DAC is the full-width, 10.6kg statement of the range. Two ES9038Q2M chips run in dual mono, and the analog stages behind them are given room a smaller chassis simply does not have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnection is not a constraint here. Three optical inputs, a coaxial, an AES\/EBU, a USB Type B and an I2S input all sit on the back panel. The S\/PDIF and AES inputs handle 24-bit\/192kHz and MQA to 384kHz; USB goes to 768kHz PCM and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Headphone Amplifier That Deserves the Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo headphone outputs sit on the front: a 6.3mm jack and a four-pin XLR for balanced cables. The amplifier behind them delivers 3.9 watts into 8 ohms, 3.2 watts into 32 ohms and 400mW into 300 ohms. Very little in a headphone catalog asks for more than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe line outputs cover both conventions, with a balanced XLR pair at 4V and an RCA pair at 2V. Each switches between fixed and variable, so the M8x can be a source or the volume control for the whole system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFemtoseconds, and Why They Matter Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJitter is held under 100 femtoseconds peak to peak. That is timing error measured in quadrillionths of a second. It is the figure that separates a converter which merely reads the data from one that reads it on schedule, and it is the hardest of these numbers to buy cheaply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Rest of the Bench Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDistortion measures under 0.001% at 1kHz and signal-to-noise better than 100dB A-weighted. Frequency response stays inside 0.1dB from 10Hz to 20kHz, channel separation reaches -114dB at 10kHz, and output impedance sits under 100 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEight digital filters are on hand for the converter section. The I2S input carries a 16.9344MHz master clock output for a compatible transport, which is the connection that keeps clocking duties in the DAC rather than the disc player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis measures 483 by 102 by 381mm and draws 70 watts at maximum. It is built for a rack shelf that was designed for amplifiers rather than for source components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePhil Wright of \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e, in a March 4, 2026 review, concluded: \"The M8x is a stonking fixed-output DAC, combining strong detail retrieval with a powerful low end and a lovely organic sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run demanding headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.9 watts into 8 ohms and a balanced four-pin XLR mean planars and high-impedance dynamics are both handled without a second amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack is full of digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — three optical, coaxial, AES\/EBU, USB and I2S mean nothing gets unplugged to make room for something else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the DAC to run the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — switch the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and a power amplifier connects directly, with no preamplifier in the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou buy at the top of a range and keep it\u003c\/strong\u003e — dual-mono conversion, sub-100-femtosecond jitter and a 10.6kg chassis are what you are paying for, and none of it dates quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to choose the streamer separately\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e feeds the M8x's digital inputs and it handles the conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eComputer on USB, streamer on AES\/EBU or coaxial, TV and console on the optical inputs, and a compatible transport on I2S. Out the back, balanced XLR to a power amplifier or RCA to an integrated. Set fixed or variable depending on which box you want holding the volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadphones go in the front, balanced or single-ended. Nothing else needs buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding a system around the M8x DAC? These are the natural companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The balanced XLR output is built for a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Streamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puts your network library on the digital inputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables for the run to your amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shelf that will take the weight — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree optical, one coaxial, one AES\/EBU, one USB Type B and an I2S input for a compatible transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution does each input handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical, coaxial and AES\/EBU run to 24-bit\/192kHz, MQA to 384kHz and DSD64 over DoP. USB reaches 768kHz PCM, DSD256 over DoP and native DSD512.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich headphone connections are on the front?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 6.3mm single-ended jack and a four-pin XLR balanced socket, both fed by the same Class A circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Set the XLR or RCA outputs to variable and the M8x controls volume. Set them fixed and a preamplifier downstream takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e483 by 102 by 381mm and 10.6kg, so a full-width shelf rated for an amplifier rather than a source component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LPPc17t4wSs\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMad Audio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qeVP6P1V2fo\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M8x DAC Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about DACs, balanced headphone connections, or I2S digital connections? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983168135341,"sku":"NEW-MFM8XDAC-SIL","price":4599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45983261687981,"sku":"NEW-MFM8XDAC-BLK","price":4599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM8XDAC-SIL_01_front_2026__74525.1770826979.1280.1280_d3208501-7ace-48a9-8a21-0bd89e91924d.jpg?v=1778166188"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m8s-pre-fully-balanced-preamplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M8s PRE Fully Balanced Preamplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Preamplifier You Stop Upgrading Past\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity built the M8s PRE as the top of its preamplifier line, and the weight tells you before the spec sheet does. Seventeen kilos, 440 by 162 by 400mm, in black or silver. This is a component you build a system around, not one you pass through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe input roster runs to eight. Two balanced XLR pairs and five RCA line pairs cover a whole rack. One of each is set aside for home theater bypass, so a surround processor can borrow your main speakers. An MM\/MC phono input takes a turntable. There is no outboard stage to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs match: a balanced XLR pre-out, an RCA pre-out, and a fixed RCA output for a recorder. Trigger in and out let the M8s PRE wake your power amplifiers with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Weight Actually Goes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo fully shielded 350VA toroidal transformers sit inside, one per channel. Those are bigger supplies than some power amplifiers carry. Musical Fidelity publishes signal-to-noise better than 118dB A-weighted. Distortion stays under 0.005% single-ended, and under 0.004% through the balanced outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eVolume runs through a quad laser-trimmed attenuator in 0.5dB steps. The two channels stay matched at low levels, where cheaper controls drift apart. Frequency response spans 5Hz to 100kHz within a decibel. The signal path is pure Class A. It stays balanced from the input sockets to the output sockets, not just at the jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage is built in rather than bolted on. Gain switches between moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. That saves the cost and the shelf space of a separate box. It also keeps one less interconnect in the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAshley Cox reviewed the M8sPRE for \u003cem\u003eAudio Appraisal\u003c\/em\u003e on December 5, 2019, calling it \"everything I wanted in a preamplifier\" and \"beautifully made,\" with a phono stage he found \"impressively quiet\" even with high-output cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne thing he wanted and did not get: \"Perhaps the only nod too convenience I would like to have seen is a headphone amp\" — his point being that an outboard one puts another volume control in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a rack full of sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — seven line inputs, two of them balanced, plus a phono input. Every component you own stays connected, instead of taking turns on one socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play records\u003c\/strong\u003e — the MM\/MC phono stage is built in, with switchable gain. Whichever cartridge you fit is matched, and there is no outboard box to buy or find room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour power amps sit away from the rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Class A path is balanced end to end. It carries the signal a long way without collecting the hum a single-ended run would.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen quietly at night\u003c\/strong\u003e — the attenuator moves in 0.5dB steps and stays channel-matched. The image does not slide to one side as you turn it down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M8s PRE is built to feed power amplifiers. There is no headphone jack on it. Run the fixed RCA output into one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and the same sources drive your cans at full quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR pre-outputs to your power amplifier. Use the RCA pre-out instead if your amplifier is single-ended. Sources fill the five RCA line inputs and the two XLR pairs. A turntable goes straight into the phono input, ground wire and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWire the trigger output to your power amps. The whole stack then comes up together. Set one XLR or RCA input to home theater bypass, and a processor shares your front speakers at its own level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M8s PRE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give those balanced outputs something worthy — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables suit a long run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a full-size system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSeven line inputs — two balanced XLR pairs and five RCA pairs — plus a dedicated MM\/MC phono input, and a trigger input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It takes moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, with gain switchable between the two, so a turntable connects directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it with a home theater system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. One balanced input and one line input offer home theater bypass. That passes a processor's front channels through at fixed level, so your two-channel amps drive the main speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA balanced XLR pre-output, an RCA pre-output, a fixed-level RCA output for recording, and a trigger output to switch your power amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the dimensions and weight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 162 by 400mm, and 17kg unpacked. Check your shelf depth and rating before it arrives. Leave room behind it for XLR plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, matching the rest of Musical Fidelity's M8 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA British Audiophile runs the M8s PRE with the matching M8s 500s power amplifiers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sQEV_kAUIv4\" title=\"1000 WATTS - YIKES! Musical Fidelity M8s Pre \u0026amp; M8s 500s\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about preamplifiers, balanced connections, or building a separates system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":47166986354861,"sku":"NEW-MFM8SPRE-BLK","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM8SPRE-BLK_1.jpg?v=1787242201"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m6xi-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M6xi Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Powerhouse That Doesn't Act Like One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity built the M6xi to deliver serious power. It does that without demanding a serious footprint. It does not demand a serious price tag either. Twin monoblock-style power amplifier stages push 220 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Into 4 ohms they push 320 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThere are 45 amps of peak-to-peak current on tap. That is there for the moments that call for it. A Darlington output configuration improves linearity. It also reduces crossover distortion. The design traces back to Musical Fidelity's flagship Titan platform. It is scaled into a chassis that fits a normal equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Musical Fidelity Didn't Cut Corners On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eVolume runs through a Burr-Brown stepped attenuator. It was chosen for accurate channel tracking at every listening level. A fully analog power supply feeds the preamp. It feeds the power stages too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe panels are extruded aluminum. They are milled rather than stamped. That gives the M6xi rigidity. It also gives it the shielding a design like this deserves. At just over 18 kilograms, it is substantial without being unwieldy. It comes finished in black or silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eYour Turntable and Your TV Both Plug In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA built-in phono stage handles both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. A turntable connects without an outboard phono preamp. Digital connectivity is thoroughly modern. HDMI with eARC brings a television's audio straight into the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUSB-C replaces the older USB-B standard. Coaxial and optical inputs round out the digital side. They decode up to 24-bit\/192kHz. A rear USB-A output supplies 5V\/2A. It can power an external streaming device directly from the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eBuilt for a Real Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eFour RCA inputs and one balanced XLR input cover a full analog system. A dedicated home theater bypass input keeps the M6xi in sync with a surround processor. That matters when it is part of a larger setup. An RS232 interface supports custom-installation control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eNo Headphone Jack, and What to Use Instead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA variable RCA output supports bi-amping or a subwoofer. A second RCA output is fixed. It is intended for feeding an external headphone amplifier. That matters, because the M6xi itself doesn't include a front-panel headphone jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDavid Price is Global Editor-in-Chief of \u003cem\u003eStereoNET\u003c\/em\u003e. He reviewed the M6xi this year. He called it \"a big integrated amplifier that hasn't been told how little it costs.\" He described it as a \"powerhouse, with dynamics, authority and grip that should frighten many more expensive designs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHe found it made \"well-recorded pop... highly enjoyable.\" He summed it up as \"sheer all-round competence\" that \"scores very highly across the board.\" StereoNET awarded the M6xi a 9\/10 rating. It also gave the amplifier its Applause Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want serious power in a normal-sized chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e — 220 watts per channel with 45 amps of peak current on tap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play vinyl on MM or MC cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e — a built-in phono stage covers both without an outboard box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour TV needs a proper amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI eARC connects a television with a single cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want modern digital connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e — USB-C, coaxial, and optical inputs decode up to 24-bit\/192kHz, so a laptop, a TV and a CD transport all connect without adding a DAC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you want a front-panel headphone jack,\u003c\/strong\u003e the M6xi doesn't include one — its variable RCA output feeds one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eConnect your speakers to the binding posts and your turntable to the phono input, set for your cartridge type. Four RCA sources and one balanced XLR source fill the analog inputs, your TV joins by HDMI eARC, and other digital sources use USB-C, coaxial, or optical. Your surround processor uses the home theater bypass input, and the variable output feeds a subwoofer or a second amplifier for bi-amping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEverything else is handled from one stepped-attenuator volume knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M6xi? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put the built-in MM\/MC phono stage to work — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 watts per channel drives a serious pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality XLR interconnects and speaker cable complete the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy home for a genuine powerhouse — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e220 watts per channel into 8 ohms, or 320 watts per channel into 4 ohms, with 45 amps of peak current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, built in, supporting both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan I connect my TV directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, an HDMI input with eARC brings television audio in over a single cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA fixed RCA output is intended for an external headphone amplifier instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat digital inputs does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUSB-C, coaxial, and optical, decoding up to 24-bit\/192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003ePursuit Perfect System puts the M6xi through its paces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HpBfgLnd1_I\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M6xi: a MONSTER Amplifier for REAL WORLD Audiophiles\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building a powerful two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":47172432527533,"sku":"NEW-MFM6XI-BLK","price":3799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6XI-BLK_1_c4a13e9d-9d4b-4e7d-9dbe-b5441b358de2.jpg?v=1786680347"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-x-power-tt-turntable-power-supply","title":"Musical Fidelity X-POWER TT Turntable Power Supply","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eYour Turntable Came With a Wall Wart. This Replaces It.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTurntables get careful attention everywhere except the power inlet. The motor, the platter and the tonearm are engineered to fine tolerances. Then the whole thing runs off a small switching adapter. The X-Power TT is Musical Fidelity's answer to that gap, and it revives the X-profile chassis while it is at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a linear supply that puts out 15 volts DC at 2 amps. Musical Fidelity designed it around its own decks: the Roundtable S and S2, the M6xTT and the M8xTT. One IEC inlet goes to the wall. One DC lead goes to the turntable. That is the whole interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt Like the X-Series People Remember\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe chassis is a one-piece aluminum extrusion in the rounded X shape, finished with a brushed aluminum faceplate. It stands 4.13 inches tall, 10.79 deep and 4.25 wide, and weighs a little over five pounds. It sits beside or behind the deck rather than under it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat a Linear Supply Does Differently\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA switching adapter makes its own high-frequency noise. That is how it works, not a defect. A linear supply takes the slower route instead. The X-Power TT starts with an isolating transformer wound with copper-foil shielding, which stands between your mains and your turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRectification and regulation follow. Filtration capacity is 10,000 microfarads, using low-ESR capacitors chosen for low noise. The output holds 15 volts to within half a percent. Ripple is rated at 35 millivolts peak to peak or less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Circuits You Notice Only When They Are Missing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA soft-start circuit limits the inrush of current at switch-on. That surge is hard on motor electronics and on the supply itself, and this one smooths it out. Surge protection sits alongside it, guarding against voltage events arriving from the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpeed Control Still Belongs to the Turntable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity's decks already generate their own AC for the motor, from a DC-driven generator that sets frequency and voltage. The X-Power TT does not take that job over. It feeds that circuit, with more reserve than the stock adapter and low output impedance for heavy mass-loaded platters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Power Supply Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Roundtable S, S2, M6xTT or M8xTT\u003c\/strong\u003e — this was built for your deck specifically. The plug fits, the voltage matches and nothing needs adapting, so the upgrade is a five-minute swap rather than a project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour listening room shares circuits with the rest of the house\u003c\/strong\u003e — the isolating transformer puts a barrier between the mains and the turntable. Dimmers, LED bulbs and chargers all put noise on a house circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a heavy platter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the transformer carries more reserve than the supplied adapter, and output impedance is kept low. The motor gets current on demand instead of drawing from a supply already at its limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care what the rack looks like\u003c\/strong\u003e — extruded aluminum in the X-profile with a brushed faceplate, rather than a black plastic brick hanging off a wall socket behind the furniture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have checked what your turntable actually wants\u003c\/strong\u003e — the output is 15 volts DC at 2 amps, and other decks vary in voltage, current and plug polarity. Some Pro-Ject tables match it. Call us at 800-942-0220 before ordering, or browse our other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-supplies\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003epower supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to find the one built for your deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnplug the adapter that came with your turntable and set it aside. Run the DC lead from the X-Power TT to the same socket on the deck. Connect a power cord from the IEC inlet on the back to the wall, and switch on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGive it a spot beside or behind the turntable, not underneath the plinth. Any transformer radiates a magnetic field, and a cartridge generates its signal from a magnetic field, so a little distance is free insurance. Plug it in once and forget it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe rest of what sits between your record and your amplifier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the other place a quiet power supply pays off, since phono stages amplify the smallest signal in your system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the IEC inlet takes a standard cord, so you can use whichever one you prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-conditioners\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower conditioners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — treat the mains feeding the whole analog front end, not just the turntable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/electronics-turntable-isolation-platforms\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntable platforms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a level, decoupled surface keeps footfall and cabinet resonance out of the groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the X-Power TT different from the Musical Fidelity X-Power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThey share a chassis and a name, and do different jobs. The X-Power is an AC line conditioner that cleans wall power for several components. The X-Power TT is a DC power supply for one turntable. Many owners end up with both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does a linear power supply do that a switching adapter doesn't?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA switching supply chops the incoming voltage at high frequency, which is efficient and compact but generates noise. A linear supply steps voltage down with a transformer and filters it. The result is bulkier, heavier and electrically quieter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the X-Power TT hard to install?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a cable swap. Power the turntable down, pull the original adapter, plug the X-Power TT into the same DC socket and connect it to the wall. No tools, no settings and nothing to configure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it use a detachable power cord?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The rear panel carries a standard IEC C14 inlet rated at 10 amps, and the unit runs on 115 volts AC at 50 or 60 Hz. Any IEC cord fits, including whatever you already have on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere should I put it on my rack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnywhere the DC lead reaches, with a small caveat. Keep it off the same shelf as the platter and tonearm if you can, and leave a little air around it. It runs warm, the way any linear supply does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, linear power supplies, or getting the most from your analog front end? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47172821975213,"sku":"NEW-MFXPOWERTT","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFXPOWERTT_1_671754c2-9194-444c-baae-321f78020e4f.jpg?v=1788184865"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m5xi-integrated-amplifier-black","title":"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSerious Power, Handed Down From the Flagship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn integrated amplifier is the heart of a stereo system. It takes the signal from your sources, then lifts it until your speakers can fill the room. One box holds the preamp and the power amp, so there is less to buy and less to wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the M5xi Borrowed From TITAN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi is a fully discrete dual-mono design. Two separate power amp channels sit beside their own preamp stage in one case. The output stage traces back to the TITAN, Musical Fidelity's kilowatt power amplifier, and uses Darlington transistors for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat gives 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and 240 watts into 4 ohms, with peaks reaching 190 and 320. There is current in hand for speakers that dip low, which is what keeps a big pair from sounding flat when the music gets busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePlug In Your Turntable, Your TV and Your Streamer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot many amplifiers at this price still fit a phono stage. The M5xi has one, switchable between moving magnet and moving coil, with extra shielding around it. A turntable connects straight to the back panel and nothing else is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor digital, the M5xi takes HDMI eARC, which lets the television send its sound down one cable you already own. Coaxial, optical and USB-C inputs handle everything else at up to 24-bit and 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Wired Amplifier, Built Like One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA powered USB-A socket on the back supplies 5 volts at 2 amps, enough to run a small network streamer without its own wall wart. Inside, the transformer and power supply sit in a shielded metal box of their own, and the front panel is milled from solid aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play records\u003c\/strong\u003e — the switchable MM\/MC stage is already fitted and shielded, so a turntable plugs straight in with no extra box and no extra cable in the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe television is part of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI eARC carries its sound on one cable, so the main speakers replace a soundbar and you stop owning two sets of them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers ask for current\u003c\/strong\u003e — 160 watts into 8 ohms, 240 into 4, and peaks past 300 mean the amplifier stops being the thing that runs out first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a streamer without another power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e — the powered USB-A port runs a compact one off the amplifier, so a single plug feeds both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe M5xi is a wired amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no Bluetooth on board, so a phone reaches it through a streamer or a cable rather than over the air. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour stereo RCA line inputs and one switchable MM\/MC phono input take your analog sources. HDMI eARC, coaxial, optical and USB-C cover the digital side, and the powered USB-A port can run a compact streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the output side you get a fixed line output, a preamp output, a home theater bypass input, two pairs of speaker binding posts, and RS232 and trigger connections for a custom-install system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 160 watts into 8 ohms this amp drives serious floorstanders — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The built-in phono stage means one connects directly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good cable matters at this level — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 33 pounds the M5xi needs a sturdy home — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e160 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 240 watts into 4 ohms, with peaks of 190 and 320 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a switchable MM\/MC input that handles moving magnet and moving coil cartridges directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is HDMI eARC for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt carries your television's sound to the M5xi over one cable, so the amp and your main speakers become the TV sound system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the USB-A port on the back for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt supplies 5 volts at 2 amps, enough to power a compact network streamer without a separate adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution do the digital inputs handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial, optical and USB-C all accept audio up to 24-bit and 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, so it can match the rest of your components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos introduces the M5xi and where it sits in the range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kHNKf6kgVe0\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier Debuts as the company's Mini Musical Fidelity M6xi Amp\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Chiltern Audio has it on demo beside the bigger M6xi:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E7CNobPLwiw\" title=\"New Musical Fidelity M5xi and M6xi now on demo\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building a two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":47173527273645,"sku":"NEW-MFM5XI-BLK","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM6XI-BLK_1.jpg?v=1786042778"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m8s-pre-fully-balanced-preamplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M8s PRE Fully Balanced Preamplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Preamplifier You Stop Upgrading Past\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMusical Fidelity built the M8s PRE as the top of its preamplifier line, and the weight tells you before the spec sheet does. Seventeen kilos, 440 by 162 by 400mm, in black or silver. This is a component you build a system around, not one you pass through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe input roster runs to eight. Two balanced XLR pairs and five RCA line pairs cover a whole rack. One of each is set aside for home theater bypass, so a surround processor can borrow your main speakers. An MM\/MC phono input takes a turntable. There is no outboard stage to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs match: a balanced XLR pre-out, an RCA pre-out, and a fixed RCA output for a recorder. Trigger in and out let the M8s PRE wake your power amplifiers with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Weight Actually Goes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo fully shielded 350VA toroidal transformers sit inside, one per channel. Those are bigger supplies than some power amplifiers carry. Musical Fidelity publishes signal-to-noise better than 118dB A-weighted. Distortion stays under 0.005% single-ended, and under 0.004% through the balanced outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eVolume runs through a quad laser-trimmed attenuator in 0.5dB steps. The two channels stay matched at low levels, where cheaper controls drift apart. Frequency response spans 5Hz to 100kHz within a decibel. The signal path is pure Class A. It stays balanced from the input sockets to the output sockets, not just at the jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phono stage is built in rather than bolted on. Gain switches between moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges. That saves the cost and the shelf space of a separate box. It also keeps one less interconnect in the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAshley Cox reviewed the M8sPRE for \u003cem\u003eAudio Appraisal\u003c\/em\u003e on December 5, 2019, calling it \"everything I wanted in a preamplifier\" and \"beautifully made,\" with a phono stage he found \"impressively quiet\" even with high-output cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne thing he wanted and did not get: \"Perhaps the only nod too convenience I would like to have seen is a headphone amp\" — his point being that an outboard one puts another volume control in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Preamplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a rack full of sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — seven line inputs, two of them balanced, plus a phono input. Every component you own stays connected, instead of taking turns on one socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play records\u003c\/strong\u003e — the MM\/MC phono stage is built in, with switchable gain. Whichever cartridge you fit is matched, and there is no outboard box to buy or find room for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour power amps sit away from the rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Class A path is balanced end to end. It carries the signal a long way without collecting the hum a single-ended run would.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen quietly at night\u003c\/strong\u003e — the attenuator moves in 0.5dB steps and stays channel-matched. The image does not slide to one side as you turn it down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — the M8s PRE is built to feed power amplifiers. There is no headphone jack on it. Run the fixed RCA output into one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and the same sources drive your cans at full quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR pre-outputs to your power amplifier. Use the RCA pre-out instead if your amplifier is single-ended. Sources fill the five RCA line inputs and the two XLR pairs. A turntable goes straight into the phono input, ground wire and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWire the trigger output to your power amps. The whole stack then comes up together. Set one XLR or RCA input to home theater bypass, and a processor shares your front speakers at its own level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the M8s PRE? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give those balanced outputs something worthy — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The phono stage is already fitted — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR cables suit a long run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish a full-size system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSeven line inputs — two balanced XLR pairs and five RCA pairs — plus a dedicated MM\/MC phono input, and a trigger input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It takes moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, with gain switchable between the two, so a turntable connects directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it with a home theater system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. One balanced input and one line input offer home theater bypass. That passes a processor's front channels through at fixed level, so your two-channel amps drive the main speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA balanced XLR pre-output, an RCA pre-output, a fixed-level RCA output for recording, and a trigger output to switch your power amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are the dimensions and weight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e440 by 162 by 400mm, and 17kg unpacked. Check your shelf depth and rating before it arrives. Leave room behind it for XLR plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, matching the rest of Musical Fidelity's M8 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA British Audiophile runs the M8s PRE with the matching M8s 500s power amplifiers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sQEV_kAUIv4\" title=\"1000 WATTS - YIKES! Musical Fidelity M8s Pre \u0026amp; M8s 500s\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about preamplifiers, balanced connections, or building a separates system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Musical Fidelity","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":47173654937773,"sku":"NEW-MFM8SPRE-SIL","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MFM8SPRE-SIL_1.jpg?v=1787242251"},{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m5xi-integrated-amplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSerious Power, Handed Down From the Flagship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn integrated amplifier is the heart of a stereo system. It takes the signal from your sources, then lifts it until your speakers can fill the room. One box holds the preamp and the power amp, so there is less to buy and less to wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the M5xi Borrowed From TITAN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi is a fully discrete dual-mono design. Two separate power amp channels sit beside their own preamp stage in one case. The output stage traces back to the TITAN, Musical Fidelity's kilowatt power amplifier, and uses Darlington transistors for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat gives 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and 240 watts into 4 ohms, with peaks reaching 190 and 320. There is current in hand for speakers that dip low, which is what keeps a big pair from sounding flat when the music gets busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePlug In Your Turntable, Your TV and Your Streamer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot many amplifiers at this price still fit a phono stage. The M5xi has one, switchable between moving magnet and moving coil, with extra shielding around it. A turntable connects straight to the back panel and nothing else is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor digital, the M5xi takes HDMI eARC, which lets the television send its sound down one cable you already own. Coaxial, optical and USB-C inputs handle everything else at up to 24-bit and 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Wired Amplifier, Built Like One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA powered USB-A socket on the back supplies 5 volts at 2 amps, enough to run a small network streamer without its own wall wart. Inside, the transformer and power supply sit in a shielded metal box of their own, and the front panel is milled from solid aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play records\u003c\/strong\u003e — the switchable MM\/MC stage is already fitted and shielded, so a turntable plugs straight in with no extra box and no extra cable in the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe television is part of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI eARC carries its sound on one cable, so the main speakers replace a soundbar and you stop owning two sets of them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers ask for current\u003c\/strong\u003e — 160 watts into 8 ohms, 240 into 4, and peaks past 300 mean the amplifier stops being the thing that runs out first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a streamer without another power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e — the powered USB-A port runs a compact one off the amplifier, so a single plug feeds both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe M5xi is a wired amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is no Bluetooth on board, so a phone reaches it through a streamer or a cable rather than over the air. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour stereo RCA line inputs and one switchable MM\/MC phono input take your analog sources. HDMI eARC, coaxial, optical and USB-C cover the digital side, and the powered USB-A port can run a compact streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the output side you get a fixed line output, a preamp output, a home theater bypass input, two pairs of speaker binding posts, and RS232 and trigger connections for a custom-install system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 160 watts into 8 ohms this amp drives serious floorstanders — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The built-in phono stage means one connects directly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good cable matters at this level — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 33 pounds the M5xi needs a sturdy home — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e160 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 240 watts into 4 ohms, with peaks of 190 and 320 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a built-in phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a switchable MM\/MC input that handles moving magnet and moving coil cartridges directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is HDMI eARC for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt carries your television's sound to the M5xi over one cable, so the amp and your main speakers become the TV sound system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the USB-A port on the back for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt supplies 5 volts at 2 amps, enough to power a compact network streamer without a separate adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution do the digital inputs handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCoaxial, optical and USB-C all accept audio up to 24-bit and 192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBlack or silver, so it can match the rest of your components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos introduces the M5xi and where it sits in the range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kHNKf6kgVe0\" title=\"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier Debuts as the company's Mini Musical Fidelity M6xi Amp\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Chiltern Audio has it on demo beside the bigger M6xi:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E7CNobPLwiw\" title=\"New Musical Fidelity M5xi and M6xi now on demo\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building a two-channel system? 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