SPL Audio Phonitor xe

The Phonitor xe is the ultimate standalone device for headphone enthusiasts who want the perfect solution without any compromises.

The Phonitor xe is the first Phonitor headphone amplifier which can be equipped with the brand-new DAC768.

This optional internal Uber-DAC qualifies the Phonitor xe to convert with outstanding sonic performance.
An audio resolution of 32 bits and PCM sample rates up to 768kHz as well as DSD – up to DSD256 – are the impressive numbers.

The analog side of the converter also is top-notch: Like in the Director DAC & Preamplifier. the active Lowpass-Filter is built in a 120V-Voltair-Technology design.

The mandatory lowpass filter is built in 120V-VOLTAiR technology. The DAC768 features the new DLP120 lowpass filter board that contains two separate lowpass filters. Depending on the digital format the analog signal runs either through the PCM or the DSD filter.

Specification

XLR Input

Neutrik XLR, balanced, Pin 2 = (+)
Impedance: ca. 20 kohms
CMR: -82 dBu (at 1 kHz)
Max. Input Level: +32.5 dBu

RCA Input

RCA, unbalanced (single-ended)
Impedance: ca. 10 kohms
Max. Input Level: +32.5 dBu

Digital Inputs (optional)

Coaxial SPDIF (RCA) – sample rates PCM (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
Optical TOSLINK (F06) – sample rates PCM (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96
USB (B) – PCM sample rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192, 352.8, 384, 705.6, 768
USB (B) – DSD 1, 2 and 4 (DoP)
AES – sample rates PCM (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192

Balanced Headphone Output

Neutrik 4-pin XLR connector
Pin wiring: 1= L (+), 2= L (-), 3= R (+), 4= R (-)
Impedance: 0.36 ohms
Damping Factor: 180 @ 40 ohms
Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 300 kHz ( -3 dB)
Crosstalk at 1kHz: -90 dB
THD & N: 0.00082 % (at 0 dBu, 1kHz, 100 kohms load)
Noise (A-weighted): -98 dBu
Dynamic Range: 130.5 dB

Unbalanced Headphone Output

6.35 mm TRS connector
Pin wiring: Tip = Left, Ring = Right, Sleeve = GND
Impedance: 0.18 ohm
Attenuation Factor: 180 @ 40 ohms
Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 300 kHz ( -3 dB)
Crosstalk at 1kHz: -90 dB
THD & N: 0.00082% (at 0 dBu, 1 kHz, 100 kohms load)
Noise (A-weighted): -103 dB
Dynamic Range: 135.5 dB

Max. Output Power (at +30 dBu @ 1 kHz)

2 x 1 W at 600 Ohm impedance
2 x 2 W at 300 Ohm impedance
2x 3.7 W at 120 Ohm impedance
2x 2.9 W at 47 Ohm impedance
2x 2.7 W at 32 Ohm impedance

Internal Operating Voltages

Analog: +/- 60 V
Digital: + 5 V and + 3,3 V (optional DAC768)

Power Supply

Mains voltage (switchable): 230 V AC / 50 Hz or 115 V AC / 60 Hz
Fuses: 230 V: T 500 mA; 115 V: T 1 A
Power consumption: max 40 VA
Stand-by power consumption: 0.7 W

Dimensions (incl. feet)

278 mm W x 100 mm H x 330mm D
10.95 in W x 3.94 in H x 12.99 in D

Weight

11.24 lbs (5,1 kg), unit only
13.78 lbs (6,25 kg), shipping