Introducing the Cyrus X Power: the perfect companion to a Cyrus pre-amp and a versatile addition to your audio setup. This amplifier offers various features and benefits that enhance your listening experience.
The X Power can be paired with selected Cyrus amps for bi-amping or used in mono mode for a significant power boost. By connecting two X Powers and switching them to mono, you’ll unleash a staggering 181 watts of power per channel, delivering a formidable performance even for challenging speaker setups and larger rooms.
With 100 watts per channel at 6 ohms, the X Power surpasses the power output of typical integrated amplifiers. It is particularly well-matched with a Pre2 DAC or Stream XP2, providing not only greater volume but also deeper bass and a wider, more immersive soundstage, elevating your audio experience to new heights.
Enhance Your Cyrus Amp: Connect the X Power to the pre-output of any compatible Cyrus amp and enjoy the superior sound quality of a dedicated pre/power setup. Alternatively, combine it with a suitable Cyrus amp for bi-amping, where one amp handles the tweeters while the other drives the woofers, resulting in enhanced speaker control and improved overall performance.
To further enhance the audio performance, Cyrus offers the PSX-R2 as a plug-in upgrade for the X Power and other Cyrus products. This power supply upgrade features a large toroidal transformer and high-quality audiophile-grade capacitors, delivering a smooth and stable DC feed. This upgrade reveals finer details and musical subtleties that might otherwise go unnoticed.
The X Power is meticulously hand-built in the UK, showcasing Cyrus’ renowned attention to detail. It features an oversized toroidal mains transformer, high-output capacitors, and a short signal path circuitry. These elements combine to produce the signature Cyrus sound—dynamic, precise, and meticulously etched with every subtle detail.
The Cyrus X Power stereo is a powerful and versatile audio amplifier that delivers impressive performance. Here’s a review highlighting its pros and cons.
Pros:
- Robust Power Output: With an output power of 50W at 8 Ohms, this amplifier provides ample power to drive a variety of speakers, resulting in a dynamic and immersive audio experience.
- Wide Frequency Response: The amplifier offers a frequency response range of 0.2Hz to 100kHz (-3dB), ensuring exceptional clarity and accurate reproduction of audio across the entire spectrum.
- Excellent Signal-to-Noise Ratio: With a signal-to-noise ratio of 107dB (A-weighted, referenced at 50W), the Cyrus X Power delivers a clean and noise-free audio signal, allowing you to hear even the subtlest details in your music.
- Low THD+N: The Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise (THD+N) levels of this amplifier are impressively low, measuring at 0.01% (20Hz-20kHz) and 0.0015% (1kHz). This indicates minimal distortion, resulting in faithful audio reproduction.
- Dual Output Options: The X Power offers both stereo and mono output configurations. In stereo mode, it delivers 60W at 8 Ohms (internal PSU), while in mono mode (internal PSU), it provides 110W at 8 Ohms and 125W (with PSX-R). This versatility allows you to adapt the amplifier to various setups and speaker configurations.
Cons:
- Limited Output Power in Stereo Mode: Although the X Power amplifier offers satisfactory power output in stereo mode, it falls slightly behind other amplifiers in its class, providing 70W at 8 Ohms (internal PSU). This might not be ideal for users with power-hungry speakers or larger listening spaces.
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio at Low Power: While the signal-to-noise ratio remains excellent at higher power levels, it drops to 90dB (A-weighted, referenced at 1W) when operating at lower power. This may affect the audio quality when listening at very low volumes.
The Cyrus X Power comes in a distinctive die-cast casing that offers several advantages over traditional hi-fi designs. It provides exceptional resistance to electrical and mechanical interference from external sources, ensuring clean and interference-free audio reproduction. The integrated heat sink vents efficiently dissipate heat, keeping the amplifier cool without compromising its sleek and stylish appearance. Additionally, Cyrus amplifiers are designed with space-saving in mind, allowing you to fit two units in the space typically occupied by one on most hi-fi shelves.
The Cyrus X Power is a versatile and high-performing amplifier that pairs exceptionally well with Cyrus pre-amps and amps. Whether used in stereo, mono, or bi-amp configurations, it delivers impressive power, precise sound quality, and thoughtful design. Consider adding the optional PSX-R2 upgrade for an even more refined listening experience.
Cyrus X Power Stereo Amplifier Specifications:
Power Supply
Voltage: …………………………………….. As plate on rear of unit
Power Consumption……………………………………………. 360W
Safety Compliance…………………………………………………….CE
EMC (230V)………………………………………………………………CE
EMC (115V)……………………………………………………………. FCC
Enclosure
Dimensions (WxHxD)…………………………..215 x 75 x 365mm
Weight……………………………………………………………….. 5.6kg
Material……………………………………………….. Die cast chassis
Audio Performance
Input Sensitivity (60W/8Ω)…………………………………..413mV
Input Impedance ………………………………………………….20kΩ
Channel Balance…………………………………………………..0.1dB
Frequency Response ………………………. -3dB ..0.1Hz-100kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio (A-WTD)………….. Unwtd………..108dB
(Ref 60W) A-wtd…………115dB
Signal to Noise Ratio (A-WTD)………….. Unwtd………….90dB
(Ref 1W) A-wtd…………..97dB
Output Power Stereo (Internal PSU) …. 6 Ohms ……… 100W
Output Power Mono (Internal PSU) ….. 6 Ohms ……… 181W
Output Power Mono (with PSX-R)…….. 6 Ohms ……… 178W
THD+N (@ 2/3 full power)……………….. 20Hz-20kHz… 0.01%
1kHz………. 0.0015%
