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Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier

Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier

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  • Last seen at $2,799.00 at Upscale Audio on Nov 9.

Our take on the Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier

The Musical Fidelity M5xi is a 160 Wpc integrated amplifier built as two independent monobloc power stages with a separate preamp in one chassis. Its topology comes from the TITAN power amp design, and it delivers 240 Wpc into 4 ohms with 45 amps peak-to-peak, so it drives demanding speakers with control. It stands out for combining that power with a modern input set: HDMI eARC, USB-C, coaxial and optical digital, an upgraded MM/MC phonostage, and a home-theater bypass. It suits listeners who want one box for vinyl, TV and streaming sources without stepping up to the larger M6 series.

Best forVinyl and digital listeners who want one integrated ampDriving power-hungry floorstanding speakersTV and movie setups with HDMI eARCBuilding a system around a separate streamer
Pros
  • Dual-mono layout with a separate preamp stage
  • 160 Wpc into 8 ohms, 240 Wpc into 4 ohms
  • 45 amps peak-to-peak current for difficult loads
  • HDMI eARC, USB-C, coaxial and optical inputs
  • Upgraded MM/MC phonostage built in
  • Home-theater bypass and variable preamp outputs
Cons
  • Large, heavy chassis for a shared living space
  • No built-in streaming; needs an external streamer
  • No room correction or digital signal processing
  • Runs warm at high output

Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier prices at every store

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    $2,799.00Checked Nov 9
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About the Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier

The Musical Fidelity M5xi is an integrated amplifier built as two independent monobloc power amps with a separate preamp stage in one chassis. Its amplifier topology is drawn from Musical Fidelity's TITAN power amplifier design. It delivers 160 W per channel into 8 ohms and 240 W per channel into 4 ohms, with 45 amps peak-to-peak current for demanding loudspeakers.

Digital inputs include HDMI eARC, coaxial, optical and USB-C, supporting up to 24 bit/192 kHz. There are also 4 line-level RCA inputs and an MM/MC phonostage. The phonostage was redesigned from the M5si's MM-only stage to add moving-coil cartridge support. A home-theater bypass input lets the M5xi serve as the front left/right amplifier in a multichannel system. Fixed line outputs and variable preamp outputs support headphone amplifiers, bi-amping or active subwoofers.

The transformer and power supply PCB are encapsulated in a metal enclosure to reduce electromagnetic interference. Digital and analog sections sit on separate PCBs, and the digital and ARC boards have their own linear power supply. The front panel is milled from extruded aluminum, and the metal case provides rigidity and electromagnetic shielding.

Power output
160 W (8 ohms), 240 W (4 ohms)
Continuous power
140 W (8 ohms), 210 W (4 ohms), 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.09% THD
Peak power
190 W (8 ohms), 320 W (4 ohms)
Output voltage
36 V RMS, 20 Hz–20 kHz at onset of clipping
Peak-to-peak voltage
101 V
Peak current
45 A peak-to-peak
Damping factor
47 into 8 ohms
Output devices
2 pairs per channel
Analog inputs
4 x stereo RCA line-level, 1 x MM/MC phono
Digital inputs
1 x HDMI eARC, 1 x coaxial, 1 x optical, 1 x USB-C, up to 24 bit/192 kHz
Analog outputs
1 x stereo RCA fixed line output, 1 x stereo RCA preamp output
Speaker outputs
2 pairs, 4 mm banana plugs
Control
RS232 D-sub connector, trigger input and output
USB power output
5 V/2 A USB-A
Line input THD+N
<0.009% typical, 20 Hz–20 kHz
Signal-to-noise
>105 dB, A-weighted
Line input impedance
40 kΩ
Frequency response
+0, –0.1 dB, 10 Hz–20 kHz
Phono sensitivity
3 mV (MM), 0.4 mV (MC)
Phono gain
40 dB (MM), 60 dB (MC)
Phono impedance
50 kΩ (MM), 1 kΩ (MC)
Phono capacitance
220 pF
Phono S/N ratio
>87 dB, A-weighted
Phono response
RIAA/IEC ±0.4 dB, 20 Hz–20 kHz
Power requirement
115/230 V AC, 50/60 Hz, factory pre-set
Power consumption
320 W maximum
Dimensions
17.3" x 4.9" x 15.9" (440 x 125 x 405 mm), WHD
Weight
33.1 lb. (15 kg)

Questions and answers

How does the M5xi differ from the M6si?
Both use a dual-mono layout, but the M5xi is tuned for lower output power and adds HDMI eARC and USB-C inputs. The M6si offers more power and a simpler input set.
Can it drive 4-ohm speakers?
Yes. Musical Fidelity rates it at 240 Wpc into 4 ohms with 45 amps peak-to-peak current, which suits low-impedance, demanding speakers.
Does it have a phono stage?
Yes, an upgraded MM/MC phonostage is built in, so a turntable connects directly without a separate phono preamp.
Can I use it in a home theater system?
Yes. A home-theater bypass input lets it power the front left and right channels while an AV receiver handles the rest.
Does it stream music on its own?
No. It has no built-in streaming, but it provides a streamer power output and digital inputs for an external streamer or DAC.
What digital inputs does it have?
HDMI eARC, coaxial, optical and USB-C, plus four line-level RCA inputs.
Where is the Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier cheapest?
At Upscale Audio, for $2,799.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

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