{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m5xi-integrated-amplifier-silver","title":"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier - Silver","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eA More Accessible Take on Musical Fidelity's Dual-Mono Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi is Musical Fidelity's update to the M5si, and the more affordable sibling to the M6xi. It keeps the same basic idea: a preamplifier and two independent monoblock power amplifiers sharing one chassis, rather than a single shared amp circuit for both channels, just at a lower power level and price than the M6xi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi is built for listeners who want a genuine high-end integrated amplifier as the center of their system, with enough digital connectivity to also cover a TV, a computer, or a streamer, without needing to step up to the M6xi's higher power and price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eMeaningful Power From a TITAN-Derived Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe amplifier section borrows circuit thinking from Musical Fidelity's TITAN power amplifier platform, using a low-distortion Darlington output stage. It's rated at 160 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 240 watts into 4 ohms (continuous), with peak surges to 190 watts and 320 watts respectively, giving it real headroom for dynamic music and less forgiving speaker loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eModern Digital Inputs Without the Complexity of Streaming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi includes a built-in DAC with USB-C (up to 24-bit\/192kHz), optical TOSLINK, coaxial S\/PDIF, and HDMI eARC for connecting a TV directly. There is no built-in network streaming or app; Musical Fidelity's focus here is on wired sources and sound quality rather than smart features that can become outdated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eA Genuinely New Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnlike the outgoing M5si, which only supported moving-magnet (MM) cartridges, the M5xi's phono stage is switchable between MM and moving-coil (MC) cartridges, with 40dB of gain in MM mode and 60dB in MC mode. Musical Fidelity redesigned the phono circuit board and shielding specifically for this update to lower noise and distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eBuilt to Fit Into a Larger System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA home theater bypass input lets the M5xi function as a dedicated two-channel power amp inside a multichannel system, taking a fixed-level feed from an AV receiver. A variable pre-out supports bi-amping or an active subwoofer, a fixed line-out can feed a headphone amplifier or recorder, an RS232 port allows integration with custom-install control systems, and a 5V\/2A USB-A output can power an external streamer directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eIs the Musical Fidelity M5xi Right for You?\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 genuine high-end power at a more accessible price.\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 watts per channel with TITAN-derived circuitry gives real authority without the M6xi's higher cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box for turntable, TV, and digital sources.\u003c\/strong\u003e The built-in MM\/MC phono stage, HDMI eARC, and USB-C DAC cover most sources without extra boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're building or completing a multichannel system.\u003c\/strong\u003e The home theater bypass input lets the M5xi serve as a front L\/R power amp alongside an AV receiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou don't need a balanced XLR input.\u003c\/strong\u003e The M5xi's analog inputs are RCA only; if your source requires a balanced connection, the M6xi adds an XLR input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne honest limitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e at roughly 15 kg (33 lbs) and 17″ wide by 16″ deep, this is still a substantial component; confirm your rack or shelf has the space and support before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eSetup, Compatibility \u0026amp; What's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M5xi connects to speakers via 4mm banana-plug speaker terminals (bi-wire capable), and to sources through its RCA, phono, USB-C, optical, coaxial, or HDMI eARC inputs. A pre-out and home theater bypass input make it straightforward to integrate into either a pure two-channel system or a home theater setup led by a separate AV receiver. Included in the box: the M5xi amplifier, a remote control, a power cable, and a printed manual. A turntable, speakers, and speaker cable are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Mono Amplifier Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA separate preamp and two independent monoblock power amps share one chassis, the same approach used across Musical Fidelity's M-Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTITAN-Derived Output Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA low-distortion Darlington output stage adapted from Musical Fidelity's flagship TITAN power amplifier platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In DAC with HDMI eARC and USB-C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandles USB-C, optical, coaxial, and HDMI eARC digital sources up to 24-bit\/192kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Switchable MM\/MC Phono Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA completely redesigned phono circuit supports both moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridges, unlike the MM-only M5si.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome Theater Bypass Input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLets the M5xi act as a dedicated two-channel power amp inside a larger multichannel system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB-A Power Output and RS232\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5V\/2A USB-A port can power an external streamer, and an RS232 port supports custom-install control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: dual-mono integrated amplifier (preamp + 2 monoblock power amps in one chassis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower output: 160W per channel @ 8Ω, 240W @ 4Ω (continuous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeak power: 190W @ 8Ω, 320W @ 4Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput stage: Darlington, derived from TITAN platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: \u0026gt;105dB A-weighted (line-level)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: +0, -0.1dB, 10Hz-20kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: USB-C (24-bit\/192kHz), optical TOSLINK, coaxial S\/PDIF, HDMI eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog inputs: 4x RCA line-level (no balanced XLR input)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono stage: switchable MM\/MC, 40dB gain (MM) \/ 60dB gain (MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono sensitivity: 3mV (MM) \/ 0.4mV (MC); phono SNR: \u0026gt;87dB A-weighted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono RIAA\/IEC response: ±0.4dB, 20Hz-20kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp volume control: Burr-Brown stepped attenuator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional outputs: variable pre-out (bi-amp\/subwoofer), fixed line-out (recorder\/headphone amp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker outputs: 2 pairs 4mm banana plug (bi-wire capable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem integration: home theater bypass input, RS232 port, USB-A 5V\/2A power output, trigger in\/out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl: included remote control; no display screen or app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis: rigid aluminum, extruded front panel, all-metal EMI shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 440 × 100 × 405 mm (17.3″ × 3.9″ × 15.9″)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approximately 15 kg (33 lbs), unpacked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black or Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eDoes the M5xi include a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It has a newly redesigned phono stage switchable between moving-magnet (MM) and moving-coil (MC) cartridges, so most turntables can connect directly without a separate phono preamp. This is an upgrade over the outgoing M5si, which only supported MM cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eCan I use the M5xi with my TV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The M5xi has an HDMI eARC input, so you can connect it to a compatible TV and use it to power your TV's sound through your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eHow is the M5xi different from the M6xi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe M6xi delivers more power (220W vs. 160W per channel into 8 ohms) and adds a balanced XLR input that the M5xi does not have. 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