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Mission 778X Integrated Amplifier (Black)

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I know the Vena II beefed up its power supply significantly, so if cutting corners, that may be a place to start. The preamp section has been deliberately kept simple to maintain signal purity. The line input signals are passed to a precision, microprocessor-controlled analog volume stage. Mission has put a lot of effort into the physical layout of the 778X’s circuits, protecting the sensitive preamp section from any possible noise interference. Due to the use of independent low-noise power supplies for all critical stages, Mission claims the 778X excels with all digital and analog sources. Please note: TV and larger floorstanding speaker deliveries are not available to Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Scottish Islands, and Channel Islands. After running in for the first day at low volume, I went ahead with a Listening test from the phono stage, then Bluetooth and a wired input at various volumes. With known good recording inputs, the result was a refined and smooth sound, with clarity and detail without fatigue. The bass was deep, rich, punchy and really controlled, even at high volumes of 10 plus.

phono stage, που έχει μεγάλο, ανοιχτό και διακριτό ήχο, πλήρη βινυλιακής γλυκύτητας και ορμητικότητας. The front of the amp sports a pair of rotary controls – one for source selection, the other for volume – surrounded by white LEDs to show current status. Between these are the IR sensor, power button and 6.3mm headphone output. Digital sources connected through the USB, coaxial and optical inputs, or paired via Bluetooth, are served by the 778X’s built-in DAC. This is based around the ES9018K2M chipset from the Sabre32 Reference family, enabling the amp to benefit from ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. Mission claims that hi-res PCM is supported to 32-bit/384kHz, alongside up to DSD256. Impressive Bass: The 778X boasts a robust low-frequency response, making it well-suited for music genres that rely on powerful bass. These speakers have the capacity to reproduce deep, impactful bass notes. Two rotary controls on the front of the unit adjust source selection and volume, while the white LEDs surrounding them show your current settings. There are also a power button, IR sensor and 6.3mm headphone port on the front.

Conclusion

When it comes to high-fidelity audio systems, both Mission and Rega are renowned names in the industry, known for their commitment to producing audio equipment of exceptional quality. In this article, we will compare two exceptional products: the Mission 778X floor-standing speakers and the Rega Brio integrated amplifier. Each of these components plays a unique role within an audio setup, and we’ll explore their key features and how they contribute to an immersive listening experience. To help make your buying experience less complicated and/or terrifying, we’ve rounded up some of the best home Hi-Fi amps in 2023. We’ve tried to select a diverse mixture of high-end, mid-range, and downright cheap offerings, to try and cater to most people’s needs, without entering second mortgage price tag territory. Audiolab unveiled its 7000 Series in February and while they don’t feature all the bells and whistles seen on the company’s more expensive Audiolab 9000 Series reference line, from what we’ve seen so far they are still very enticing bits of kit. To ensure reliable, undamaged delivery of televisions - TVs will now be shipped on a pallet service with DX Freight, TNT, or Epic Logistics, rather than with our standard next working day courier. Mission’s 778X looks like a traditional hi-fi amplifier thanks to its uncomplicated front-mounted controls and simple remote. However, the specification is tailored for modern-day music listening. Mission describes the sound as free-flowing with smooth control for fully engaging the listener. The 778X’s has a crisply defined detail that brings out the character of voices and instruments. The amp’s transient ability keeps the listener’s feet tapping with rhythmic music.

In any case, I have a heart for anything Mission. And I find myself drawn to the brand and its product lineup to this day.

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the same. Their internal layout is visibly different for starters and looking at their boards as much as the resolution of the pics allows, suggests some components on those boards are different too. It does feel though, like the Leak might have been a starting point for the 778X and this is replicated in some aspects of the performance. It is one of the many new products from Mission. It is a small, chunky, metal, half-width integrated amplifier. With Bluetooth and a phono input. I purposely sought this out as I was very much interested in a half-width amp for my own use. With the advent of the digital age, Mission has been able to keep up thanks to the DAC used on the 778X which is harnessed from the Sabre32 family to deliver high-resolution sound with excellent dynamic range without distortion. Well Connected Digital sources connected through the USB, coaxial, optical inputs and Bluetooth feed into the 778X’s DAC based on the ES9018K2M chipset from the Sabre32 Reference family. The DAC enables the amplifier to access ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator to deliver outstanding sound and ultra-low distortion. Hi-res PCM is supported to 32-bit/384kHz, alongside DSD to 11.2 MHz (DSD256). The preamp section is kept as simple as possible to maintain signal purity, with line input signals passing to a precision, microprocessor-controlled analogue volume stage. Much effort has gone into the physical layout of the 778X’s circuitry, protecting the sensitive preamp section from noise interference. This, plus the use of independent low-noise power supplies for all critical stages, helps the amp to excel sonically across all manner of digital and analogue sources.

The neighbouring internal DAC is built around an ESS ES9018K2M chip and with special attention reportedly paid to the post-DAC filter. It can be accessed by a range of digital inputs: USB, coaxial, 2 x TOSLINK and AAC/aptX-enabled Bluetooth. Analogue inputs include 2 x line-level (for CD players and streamers) and a “low-noise JFET-based” MM phono (for turntables). The pre-amplifier outputs can be used for connecting the 778X to an outboard power amplifier or subwoofer. Sharper eyes not thrown off by the huge Mission logo on the top plate will notice the similarity between the 778X’s chassis (and power button) and the Audiolab 6000A’s chassis (and power button). That could be because Mission and Audiolab are owned by the same parent company: China’s IAG.

In the vast majority of cases we will not be able to install the cabinet doors to built-in laundry products as the fittings very rarely match up. We will try our best however if we are unable to do this we will still install connect to plumbing and put the appliance in situ. The 778X is also equipped with a high-performance ESS ES9018K2M Reference chip with ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator; the internal DAC can decode up to 32-bit/384kHz PCM and DSD256.

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