EXPIRED: FS: Emotiva XSP-1 Gen 2 PLUS Emotiva XPA-2 Gen 3 Combo

Sound Station · August 6, 2021

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Emotiva XSP-1 Gen 2

The XSP-1 is a high-quality stereo analog preamp, featuring a fully balanced signal path, high quality relay signal switching, a precision analog ladder Volume control, a high-quality phono preamp that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, and precision tone trim adjustments.

Analog Stereo Performance: Taken To The Next Level

Our all-new XSP-1 Gen 2 balanced preamplifier isn?t just a great cosmetic match to our Gen 2 power amps?it also takes performance to a new level. Thanks to an all-new surface-mount design, we?ve significantly tightened component tolerances, shortened signal paths, and matched the trace lengths between channels, for a greatly improved acoustic signature.

Refining Balanced Performance

The XSP-1 Gen 2 combines a pure, all-analog, audiophile topology with an advanced digital control system. This maintains the purity of the audio signal, while offering advanced features, resolution, and accuracy far surpassing traditional designs. The XSP-1 Gen 2 delivers an uncompromised listening experience in Reference Playback mode by totally avoiding single ended to balanced conversions from the signal path. Combined with instrumentation grade relays for input selection and high voltage, and a digitally-controlled analog resistor ladder network with 0.5dB per step resolution for volume, the XSP-1 Gen 2 maintains signal integrity and near perfect channel matching ? even at very low listening levels.

The Control You Need

In terms of fine-tuning the sound of your system, most audiophile preamps are ?take it or leave it?, offering little or no control over the interaction between your speakers and room. Not the XSP-1 Gen 2. It includes precision contour controls that allow you to tailor the high frequency and low frequency response of your system for perfect results in your listening environment. For absolute neutrality, the contour controls operate by switching networks of precision discrete tuning components in and out, and can, of course, be completely bypassed.

Advanced Features Ease System Integration

The XSP-1 Gen 2 packs a long list of features that make it the ideal centerpiece for your high performance audio system. It includes analog bass management for perfect integration with 2.1 or 2.2 systems, as well as a high current, load-invariant headphone amplifier, an external signal processor loop, trigger inputs and outputs, and a full-featured milled aluminum remote control. A large VFD display shows system status messages and provides visual confirmation of all actions and settings.

Ready for Legacy Sources

Unlike many other preamps these days, the XSP-1 includes a truly stunning and extremely quiet phono preamplifier with inputs for both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges (with user-selectable loading)

The list of features can go on and on?but the real proof is in the listening experience, and in the XSP-1?s incredible flexibility and ease of operation.

Experience the next generation of balanced perfection.

Superb Analog Audio Quality

· Exceptional sound quality via an all-analog, fully balanced, differential signal path with vanishingly low noise and distortion.

· Audiophile quality, load invariant, high current headphone amplifier with independent level control and memory.

· High performance phono preamp that supports both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, with user-configurable cartridge loading for moving coil cartridges.

Precise Control

· Full analog bass management with independent, individually configurable, Linkwitz-Riley 12 dB/octave high-pass and low-pass filters for the mains and subs.

· Level control via a high resolution (.5dB/step) digitally controlled analog resistor network.

· Digital flexibility and convenience including precise repeatability on all settings, a smart mute function, turn on level limit, and a full function remote control.

· Informative, dimmable front panel VFD display shows level, status, and input selections.

Flexible Input And Output Options

· Excellent input and output flexibility: 2 sets of balanced inputs, 4 sets of unbalanced inputs, one set of balanced main outputs, and one set of unbalanced main outputs.

· Support for both stereo subwoofers and a summed mono subwoofer.

· True external processor loop.

· Gold plated, solid brass machined RCA connectors and gold plated XLR connectors.

· Flexible trigger and control options.

Top Quality Parts And Construction

· Tight-tolerance surface mount components and short, precisely matched signal paths deliver a superb, tightly focused acoustic signature.

· Top quality parts and construction for years of reliable service, including hand-selected semiconductors and top quality passive components.

· Highly regulated and shielded toroidal power supply.

· Fully transferable five-year warranty.

Universal Voltage Operation

· The XSP-1 can operate on 115 VAC or 230 VAC and will automatically detect and select the correct line voltage for your area.

Audio Specifications

· Balanced Input to Balanced Output:
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref +6 dBV): > 117 dB.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.02 dB.
THD + N (harmonic distortion plus noise, @ 1 kHz): < 0.0004%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method, 60 Hz/7 kHz): < 0.001%.
Crosstalk (measured at +6 dBF, 10 kHz): < 100 dB.

· Unbalanced Input to Unbalanced Output:
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref +6 dBV): > 113 dB.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.015 dB.
THD + N (harmonic distortion plus noise, @ 1 kHz): < 0.0006%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method, 60 Hz/7 kHz): < 0.001%.
Crosstalk (measured at +6 dBF, 10 kHz): < 102 dB.

· Balanced Input to Unbalanced Output:
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref +6 dBV): > 114 dB.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.015 dB.
THD + N (harmonic distortion plus noise, @ 1 kHz): < 0.0005%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method, 60 Hz/7 kHz): < 0.0015%.
Crosstalk (measured at +6 dBF, 10 kHz): < 105 dB.

· Unbalanced Input to Balanced Output:
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref +6 dBV): > 115 dB.
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.017 dB.
THD + N (harmonic distortion plus noise, @ 1 kHz): < 0.0003%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method, 60 Hz/7 kHz): < 0.007%.
Crosstalk (measured at +6 dBF, 10 kHz): < 100 dB.

· Phono (Moving Coil; phono in to balanced out):
Gain (1 kHz, Volume at 0): approximately 60 dB.
Input impedance (user selectable): 47 ohms, 100 ohms, 470 ohms, 1k ohm.
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref 1.0 mV in): > 79 dB.
Frequency response (ref standard RIAA curve): 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.35 dB.
THD (total harmonic distortion, ref 1.0 mV): < 0.008%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method: < 0.15 %.
Crosstalk: < 65 dB.

· Phono (Moving Magnet; phono in to balanced out):
Gain (1 kHz, Volume at 0): approximately 40 dB.
Input impedance: 47k Ohms.
S/N (signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted, ref 10.0 mV in, A-weighted): > 96 dB.
Frequency response (ref standard RIAA curve): 20 Hz to 20 kHz +/- 0.3 .dB.
THD (total harmonic distortion, ref 10 mV): < 0.001%.
IMD (intermodulation distortion, SMPTE method: < 0.05%.
Crosstalk: < 80 dB.

Inputs And Outputs

· Line level Input: 2 pairs balanced; 4 pairs unbalanced.

· Home Theater (line level, left, right, sub) Input: 1 set balanced; 1 set unbalanced.

· Processor Loop (line level) Input: 1 pair unbalanced.

· Input Impedance (line level) Input: 50k ohms.

· Phono Input (MM or MC): 1 pair unbalanced.

· Main Outputs: 1 pair balanced; 1 pair unbalanced
(Main outputs may be configured as flat or high-pass;
high-pass is adjustable from 50 Hz to 250 Hz).

· Subwoofer (left, right, summed) Output: 1 set balanced; 1 set unbalanced
(Subwoofer outputs may be configured as flat or low-pass;
low-pass is adjustable from 50 Hz to 250 Hz).

· Processor Loop (line level) Output: 1 pair unbalanced.

· Minimum recommended load impedance: 600 ohms.

· Trigger Input and Output: 1 each.
IR input and output: 1 each.

Trims And Adjustments

· Gain structure:
Nominal output level: 0 dBV (1 V).
Nominal gain (with Volume set to ?0?): 1.
Maximum gain: +12 dB.

· High-Frequency and Low-Frequency Trims:
HF trim (settings): -3 dB, -2 dB, -1 dB, Flat, +1 dB, +2 dB, +3 dB @ 12 kHz.
HF trim (inflection point): 4 kHz.
LF trim (settings): -3 dB, -2 dB, -1 dB, Flat, +1 dB, +2 dB, +3 dB @ 50 Hz.
LF trim (inflection point): 200 Hz.

· Bass Management:
Crossover slopes (high-pass and low-pass): 12 dB / octave.
Crossover frequency (high-pass and low-pass): User configurable, 50 Hz to 250 Hz.

Power Requirements

· Operating Voltage: 115 VAC or 230 VAC +/- 10% @ 50 / 60 Hz
(automatically detected and switched).
Power consumption (On): 32 watts
Power consumption (Standby): <1 watt

Emotiva XPA-2 Gen 3

Sound Quality First

· Designed first and foremost to sound superb in all types of audio systems with all types of music.

· Low noise, low distortion, wideband amplifier design with traditional Class A/B output stage ensures smooth, detailed sound, without a trace of strain or harshness.

· Totally stable with real world speakers in real systems; not just on a test bench.

Modern Efficient Circuit Design

· Optimized Soft-Switch Class H? power supply topology delivers improved efficiency without compromising audio performance.

· Switched Mode Power Supply (SMPS) offers all of the performance of a traditional linear power supply, with improved efficiency and reliability, and reduced overall weight.

Quality Construction

· Top quality parts and construction throughout for years of reliable trouble-free service.

· Heavy steel 4RU chassis with milled aluminum faceplate offers strength and rugged good looks.

· Solid machined gold-plated RCA input connectors provide a reliable connection with a wide variety of audio interconnects.

· Fully modular construction allows you to purchase as many channels as you need today, and then add more channels later when and if you need them.

· Designed, assembled, and tested in the U.S.A. at our plant here in
Franklin, Tennessee

Flexible Signal Connections and Power Options

· Gold plated five-way speaker binding posts with clear shields allow you to use a wide range of speaker cables with bare wires, lugs, or banana plugs.

· Choice of balanced or unbalanced input for each channel, independently controlled by reliable metal toggle switches.

· Remote trigger input and output allow the XPA-2 Gen3 to control and be controlled by other trigger-enabled equipment.

· World compliant AC line voltage operation enables the XPA-2 Gen3 to operate on any line voltage between 100 VAC and 250 VAC 50/60Hz.

· Standard IEC power inlet fits all standard IEC power cables and most custom audiophile power cables.

Protection

· Audiophile-grade fault protection is entirely transparent under normal listening conditions, yet protects the amp and your other equipment from virtually all common faults.

· The XPA-2 Gen3 is protected from AC line faults by a rugged resettable rear panel push-button circuit breaker.

· Full five-year warranty ensures that you?ll be able to enjoy your XPA-2 Gen3 amplifier for years to come.

Circuit Topology

· The XPA-2 Gen3 is a fully modular audio power amplifier with a high-efficiency switch mode power supply (SMPS), independent, fully discrete, dual differential, high current, short signal path Class A/B amplifier modules, Optimized Class H? power supply topology, and microprocessor-controlled fault protection.

· The XPA-2 is powered by a high efficiency, audiophile grade, Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS).

Audio Specifications

The XPA-2 Gen3 features two of our High-Powered Single Channel Modules.

Audio Specifications (Two High-Powered Single Channel Modules):

· Power Output:
300 watts RMS/channel; 20 Hz ? 20 kHz; THD<0.1%; 8 Ohms; one channel driven.
550 watts RMS/channel; 20 Hz ? 20 kHz; THD<0.2%; 4 Ohms; one channel driven.
300 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 8 Ohms; two channels driven.
490 watts RMS/channel; THD<0.1%; 4 Ohms; two channels driven.

· Power Bandwidth (at rated power; 8 Ohm load): 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+ / ? 0.1 dB).

· Broad Band Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 80 kHz +0/-2 dB.

· THD + noise: < 0.005%; at 100 watts RMS; 1 kHz; 8 Ohms.xpa_gen3_User_Manual_v31.pdf