Obelisk Si III vs Exposure Electronics XM5
The XM5's power @ 8ω is 60W against the Obelisk Si III's 50W, its signal-to-noise 100 dB against 96 dB, its input sensitivity 0.5V RMS against 0.3V RMS, and its input impedance 12000Ω against 10Ω.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,300 - $2,299
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the Obelisk Si III
The Obelisk Si III is designed to preserve the absorbing delivery and infectious musicality of its predecessor while offering greater transparency and detail. It is equipped with 5 analogue inputs and an optional S/PDIF digital input via upgrade cards. The amplifier can be upgraded with MM phono or DAC cards, and its power supply can be enhanced with the Obelisk X2 or X4 options, converting it into a preamp/power amp combo.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 50W @ 8Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.3V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 10Ω
- Max Input Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.000%
- SNR
- 96 dB
- Output Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 0Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 0.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- S/PDIF
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 220 × 85 × 360 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6 kg (13 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 50W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions