X-Tube vs Eastern Electric MiniMax Pre
The MiniMax Pre's signal-to-noise is 93 dB against the X-Tube's 96 dB, its thd 0.015% against 0.003%, its output impedance 1.5Ω against 33Ω, and its input impedance 100000Ω against 470Ω.
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$599
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the X-Tube
The Musical Fidelity X-Tube is a modern reimagining of the classic X10D tube buffer, housed in an X-profile aluminum die-cast chassis. It acts as an intermediary between sources (streamers, DACs, CD players, phonostages) and amplifiers, adding tube-like refinement, warmth, depth, and smoothness without external power supplies. Features single-ended tube architecture for low distortion and high impedance matching. Connectivity includes 1x RCA input, 1x RCA output, 1x RCA bypass. Direct IEC mains input for clean setup. Currently available as of 2025.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Input Impedance
- 470Ω
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.003%
- SNR
- 96 dB
- Output Impedance
- 33Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 108 × 105 × 274 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 2.29 kg (5 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions