VX-8 vs Rega Elicit R
The Elicit R's power @ 8ω is 105W against the VX-8's 100W, its power @ 4ω 162W against 170W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 75.5 dB, and its output impedance 100Ω against 52Ω.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,995
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About the VX-8
The Ayre Acoustics VX-8 is a stereo power amplifier that represents thirty years of research, development, and refinement from Ayre Acoustics. It features a fully-balanced, zero-feedback discrete circuit design that delivers tube-like warmth and musicality combined with solid-state immediacy and control. The amplifier is built on Ayre's proprietary Double Diamond output stage and Equilock gain stage, utilizing a linear analog power supply and high-speed circuit board material. Designed and manufactured in Colorado, the VX-8 is positioned as an entry-level power amplifier in Ayre's lineup, offering impressive spatial performance and an organic presentation suitable for integration with a wide variety of preamplifiers and speaker systems.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 100W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 170W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- tube
- Minimum Impedance
- 4Ω
- Input Impedance
- 2000000Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- SNR
- 75.5 dB
- Output Voltage
- 4.5V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 52Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- XLR, RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 438.15 × 114.3 × 330.2 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 11 kg (24 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Silver, Black
Key Specifications
Power: 100W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions