Musical Fidelity X-80 specifications Instructions for USE

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X-80 SPECIFICATIONS

 

Output : Voltage RMS :

21

Volts

20Hz to 20kHz, one channel loaded

 

 

Peak :

59

Volts

 

 

 

Power :

55

Watts one channel into 8 Ohms (17.4dBW)

 

 

 

 

85

Watts one channel into 4 Ohms

 

 

Peak-to-peak output current :

28

Amps

 

 

Damping factor :

77

 

 

 

 

 

Output devices per channel :

2

 

 

 

 

 

Pre-output impedance :

50

Ohms

 

 

Line inputs :

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total harmonic distortion + noise :

< 0.02%

20Hz to 20kHz

 

 

Signal / noise ratio :

> 93dB ‘A’-weighted

 

 

Input sensitivity for 55Watts, 8 Ohms :

175mV

 

 

 

Input impedance :

220k Ohms

 

 

Overload margin :

29dB

 

 

 

Channel separation :

> 55dB typical

 

 

Frequency response :

20Hz to 20kHz, + 0, - 0.4dB

 

 

Input facilities :

4 pairs line level RCA connectors

 

 

Output facilities :

2 amplifier channels via 1 pair per channel binding posts.

 

 

 

 

1 pair RCA audio outputs controlled by the volume,

 

 

 

 

1 pair RCA tape record fixed line level output.

 

 

Power requirement :

100 / 115 / 230Volts AC 50 / 60Hz (factory pre-set),

 

 

 

 

190 Watts maximum into 8 Ohms, 15 Watts idle.

 

 

Dimensions :

218mm,

8.6 inches wide

 

 

 

 

98mm, 3.8 inches high (including feet)

 

 

 

 

339mm,

13.4 inches deep

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(including knob and rear terminals)

 

 

Weight :

6.5 kg,

14.3 lbs unit only, unboxed

 

 

 

 

8 kg,

17.7 lbs in shipping carton

 

 

Standard accessories :

IEC type mains lead (10-Amp), remote control,

 

 

 

 

2 batteries size LR03 or AAA, manganese alkaline type

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Musical Fidelity reserves the right to make improvements which may result in specification

or feature changes without notice.

X-80

DUAL MONO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity

X-80 Integrated amplifier.

Used properly and carefully, it should give you many years of

outstanding musical reproduction.

Aesthetically, the X-80 Integrated amplifier is a perfect match for the

X-RAY CD player and X-PLORA FM tuner.

Together, they form one of the finest hi-fi systems available.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth or soft brush, but be careful when

using cleaning or polishing agents - they may harm the surface finish.

If you have any questions about your audio system,

please consult your dealer who is there to help and advise.

X-80 Integrated Amplifier

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X-80 specifications

The Musical Fidelity X-80 is a notable addition to the world of high-fidelity audio equipment, particularly appealing to audiophiles seeking a robust and versatile integrated amplifier. This device is celebrated for its remarkable sound quality, solid build, and a suite of features designed for both convenience and performance.

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