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Exposure XM7 preamp and XM9 mono power amp
26th June 2017
Two new compact amplifiers have been added to the XM range of units by UK hi-fi outfit, Exposure: the XM7 and XM9
Presented within a narrow, half-width design, the new XM7 preamplifier includes a built-in moving magnet phonostage and DAC which sports five digital inputs.
There’s also a fixed gain home theatre input and two headphone outputs. Two preamp outputs allow for bi-amping. Spanning 218 x 89 x 363mm, it weighs 4.8kg.
While the XM7 can be partnered with a wide range of power amplifiers or active speakers, it is particularly suited to Exposure’s new XM9 mono power amps. The latter handles 80W of power The latter spans 218 x 89 x 348mm and weighs 4.6kg.
Both amps types feature a linear power supply with a large 200VA custom-made toroidal power transformer. High quality resistors and capacitors sit alongside Toshiba bipolar output transistors.
The Exposure XM7 and XM9 are available from July 2017 each with black or titanium finish. Prices are: XM7 preamplifier, £1,236 and XM9 mono power amplifier, £1,388 per pair.
To learn more call 01273 423 877 or call www.exposurehifi.com