X-10v3 vs Schiit Audio Lyr 2
The Lyr 2's signal-to-noise is 95 dB against the X-10v3's 93 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.004%, its output impedance 0.4Ω against 33Ω, and its weight 2.72 kg (6 lbs) against 2.5 kg (6 lbs).
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The Musical Fidelity X-10v3 is a tube output buffer that uses exclusive Mu-Vista (6112) mil-spec tubes. It is recommended for use on the output of a CD player, in the tape loop of an integrated amplifier, between a pre and power amp, or from the front two channels of an HT processor or receiver. It features high input impedance, low output impedance, low noise, and low distortion, providing a clean sound with a wide dynamic range.
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The Lyr 2's signal-to-noise is 95 dB against the X-10v3's 93 dB, its thd 0.010% against 0.004%, its output impedance 0.4Ω against 33Ω, and its weight 2.72 kg (6 lbs) against 2.5 kg (6 lbs).
The Tube Audio B-283 Tube Buffer w/Mullard Tubes's output impedance is 0Ω against the X-10v3's 33Ω, its weight 2.72 kg (6 lbs) against 2.5 kg (6 lbs), its width 203.2 mm against 180 mm, and its height 152.4 mm against 88.2 mm.
The PA555's signal-to-noise is 103 dB against the X-10v3's 93 dB, its thd 0.100% against 0.004%, its output impedance 100Ω against 33Ω, and its input impedance 10Ω against 470Ω.
The VP129's signal-to-noise is 80 dB against the X-10v3's 93 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.004%, its output impedance 100Ω against 33Ω, and its input impedance 47000Ω against 470Ω.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
X10-D
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