Panasonic has unveiled its latest Micro Hi-Fi systems – the all new SC-PMX152 and SC-PMX82. They include one or two rather surprising ‘audiophile’ features and design touches
The SC-PMX152 is the first of Panasonic’s CD Micro Systems to include the new CD High-Res Re-Master function, which allows you to ‘up-convert’ CD audio to the equivalent of high-resolution audio
SC-PMX152
“By DSP processing,” said the company, “distorted components of the high frequency are replaced by harmonic signal components with less distortion. The result is an even higher level of sound quality for music enjoyment.”
The Bluetooth Re-Master also compensates for any audio signals that are lost due to data compression when streaming Bluetooth sounds.
SC-PMX152
Both the SC-PMX152 (£549) and SC-PMX82 (£TBA) feature aluminium electrolyte capacitors and metallised polyester film capacitors and a Low-Noise Power Supply Regulator to reduce clock noise from DSP processing, while maximising the LincsD-Amp jitter elimination and other audio-enhancing features. The system also includes a power conditioner to minimise digital noise that comes from the power supply line to the D-Amp.
SC-PMX82
The SC-PMX152 also arrives with a Virtual Battery Power Supply that, “…cuts out the interference you can get from normal power supplies.”
Additionally the Variable Gain technology (also available in SC-PMX82), “…enhances clarity at low volumes.”
SC-PMX82
The speakers combine a 3-way design with a Super Sonic Tweeter. Hence, the SC-PMX152’s speakers are capable of reaching the ultra-high 100kHz frequency range. A lightweight and rigid 14cm Bamboo Plant Opal features in the woofer of the SC-PMX152’s speakers. The SC-PMX82’s woofer continues to use Bamboo charcoal.
An extra aluminium top panel is included on the SC-PMX152’s main unit.
SC-PMX82
Other features within the SC-PMX152 include Wi-Fi support at 5GHz/2.4GHz, multi-room play with with Qualcomm AllPlay, AirPlay, Panasonic Music Streaming App, Wireless Audio with DLNA and Bluetooth, Re-streaming and USB Playback.
To learn more, click www.panasonic.com/global
14 Comments
Kristján Bjartmarsson
11th July 2017 at 11:15 amDear Mr. Rigby,
I am very much interested in the Panasonic SC-PMX152 (or PMX150) system. It offers a combination of technical features beyond what I have seen in other systems. But as it is quite new, I would like to know how well it really works. Are there any flaws, bugs or glitches that are yet to be ironed out? Do you know of any in-depth reviews of this system? I myself have not yet found any. Thanks in advance.
Paul Rigby
13th July 2017 at 12:09 pmI never managed to get one in for review, I’m afraid Kristján. All I hear from colleagues is that the system improves on other Panasonic releases in terms of facilities and sound. I have no idea how it measures up with its competition, though.
Sean Douglas
13th July 2017 at 9:51 pmI have one and it works and sounds fantastic. The internet radio has a pre set for all 6 stations. But you can play all stations available in your country that you can play. The only bug bear is you have to press display to see the stations or songs names. It does not stay on the same display it reverts back to cd or dab etc. Overall the sound is very impressive. The blue links automatically after you set it up.
Brian Cullen
21st October 2018 at 10:52 amI totally agree that up sampling does not do ‘what it says on the bottle’, but… Sampling at higher levels combined with intelligent computer controlled processing to graduate dynamic changes in particular frequencies across the improved sampling frequency could have a small effect on the track sounding smoother and perhaps even more natural. In the very least it should sound less harsh. But I also imagine with things of high transient change like digital snare drum samples this could also have some uncontrollable negative side-effects. Wish you actually reviewed the sonic signature of this unit… :j
Having said all this, I would never bother up-sampling any Mp3.
Paul Rigby
21st October 2018 at 12:25 pmHi Brian – this is a news item so there was no actual reviewing in this bit otherwise I would, indeed, have looked at the sonic signature. Also, because this is only a news piece, there was no implied criticism of the up sampling feature. I apologise if there appears to be such a thing.
Ian Mason
5th April 2019 at 5:45 amHi Paul – I was thinking of updating my Pioneer HiFi (25 years old) to the Panasonic SC-PMX82 because of it’s additional feature, however I wired the Pioneer system to the speakers using 3 core cable I.e. a common negative wire through the walls and ceiling. My question is am I still able to use this common negative wire without damaging the Panasonic stereo? … Ian
Paul Rigby
5th April 2019 at 11:03 amHi Ian – if it worked for the Pioneer then I should expect it to work for the Panasonic. *HOWEVER* please check with Panasonic on this *FIRST*. They might want to ask you particular techie questions so it’s best to have a conversation. Give them a call on 0344 844 3899 and explain the issue and I’m sure they will help.
Fan Yunsheng
29th May 2019 at 10:24 amHi
what can I do for you, I am from china.
Paul Rigby
29th May 2019 at 12:07 pmOn the contrary – what can *I* do for *you*. I’m from the UK 🙂 Welcome to the site. If you ever need help, just let me know.
Antonio
22nd January 2020 at 2:56 amHi Paul:
Which is the difference between SC-PMX150 and SC-PMX152?
Thanks
Paul Rigby
22nd January 2020 at 10:05 amHi Antonio – apparently very little. I think you now have DAB in the radio section but there’s not a great deal else.
Antonio
22nd January 2020 at 11:58 amThanks Paul: The speakers are the same size?
Paul Rigby
22nd January 2020 at 1:34 pmFrom what I can see, everything is the same yes.
Coco
15th January 2023 at 2:12 amUne petite merveille, puissance,et son très propre superbe stéréo fréquence basse et aigu ,du tonnerre
Pas de honte, a côté d une bonne installation, avec des colonnes BW 200W
QUALITÉ/ PRIX, INDISCUTABLE
indispensable, installer de préférence des bon pied pour ces petites enceintes….