XP10 vs Musical Fidelity M8sPRE
The M8sPRE's signal-to-noise is 118 dB against the XP10's 110 dB, its weight 17 kg (37 lbs) against 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its width 440 mm against 431.8 mm, and its height 162 mm against 101.6 mm.
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The Pass Labs XP-10 is a line-level preamplifier known for its clean, detailed sound signature with exceptional bass depth (reaching below 40Hz) and refined spatial imaging. It features 83-step volume control, five inputs, two outputs, and a remote with balance adjustments for precise soundstaging. While lacking tube-like palpability, it delivers organic, balanced performance with -110dB signal-to-noise ratio and dual sensitivity modes for amplifier compatibility.
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The M8sPRE's signal-to-noise is 118 dB against the XP10's 110 dB, its weight 17 kg (37 lbs) against 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its width 440 mm against 431.8 mm, and its height 162 mm against 101.6 mm.
The SP20's signal-to-noise is 125 dB against the XP10's 110 dB, its weight 8.06 kg (18 lbs) against 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its height 133.35 mm against 101.6 mm, and its width 482.6 mm against 431.8 mm.
The CA2's signal-to-noise is 108 dB against the XP10's 110 dB, its weight 6 kg (13 lbs) against 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its height 94 mm against 101.6 mm, and its width 449 mm against 431.8 mm.
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The P30's signal-to-noise is 130 dB against the XP10's 110 dB, its weight 10 kg (22 lbs) against 9.07 kg (20 lbs), its width 430 mm against 431.8 mm, and its depth 300 mm against 304.8 mm.
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