Phono Ready
The phono stage is based around a JFET-based circuit with precise RIAA equalisation. It’s optimised for MM cartridges and as such, it’s a high-quality, low-noise input that eliminates any need for an additional phono pre-amp.
Complementing the typical RCA line inputs are digital and coax connection options and a built-in Bluetooth receiver with an aptX and AAC codec, meaning the 778X offers CD performance via Bluetooth wireless connection. The convenience of streaming music from smart devices, such as phones, tablets or PCs have never sounded so good!
DACs the Way
That’s not all in terms of digital music facilitation. The 778X is also equipped with a high-performance ESS ES9018K2M Reference chip with ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. In the world of digital music files, this means the 778X offers class-leading, ultra-low noise digital audio file compatibility, with a sampling rate of up to 384kHz (PCM) and DSD256!
Headphone Stage
Equal in performance to standalone headphone amplifiers, beyond the price- class of this complete system, the design offers high-speed output signal transition thanks to a high slew rate. The result is a dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all manner of headphone types.
Labour Of Love
The Mission 778X ’s all round performance is engaging, detailed and refined. Detail, timing and dynamics excel, regardless of source or medium. Designed for the modern-day music enthusiast with a nod to our heritage,
the Mission 778X does not discriminate when it comes to expression and enjoyment of your music reproduction.
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778X Specifications
Model | 778X |
General Description | Digital-to-Analogue Converter, Stereo Amplifier |
Design Philosophy and Core Technology | • Integrated Amplifier (45 watts @8 ohms, 65 watts @4 ohms) • ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M Reference Chip • Ultra-low Noise Digital Audio File Compability (384kHz PCM, DSD256) • Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX / AAC) Support • Dedicated High-performance, Low-noise MM Phono Stage • Headphone AMP With High-speed Output Signal Transition • USB Upgrade Support • Large Tractile Controls With LED Level Indicators |
Inputs | 1 x Coaxial, 2 x Toslink Optical, 1 x PC USB, 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/AAC), 2 x AUX,1 x RCA (Phono MM) |
Outputs | 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Toslink Optical, 1 x RCA (PRE Out) |
Sampling Frequency | Optical / Coaxial: 44.1kHz-192kHz; PC USB:44.1kHz-384kHz(PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 |
Preamplifier Section | |
Gain (max.) | +0dB (Line), +47dB (Phono MM) |
Input Sensitivity | 540mV (Line, Volume = 0dB); 2.5mV (Phone MM, Volume = 0dB) |
Input Impedance | 10K (AUX); 47K//100pF (Phono MM) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.003% |
Frequency Response (ref. 1kHz) | 20Hz-20kHz (±0.1dB) |
PRE Output Level | 2.1Vrms (max.) |
PRE Output SNR | >110dB (A-weighted) |
DAC | |
D to A Converter | ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M |
Resolution | 32-bit |
Max. Sampling Frequency | Optical/Coaxial: 192kHz; |
USB: PCM 384kHz / 11.2896MHz (DSD256) | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS) |
Output level (0dBFS, 1KHz) | 2.1Vrms |
Power Amplifier Section | |
Gain | +31dB |
Rated Power Output | 2x45W(@8ohms); 2 x 65W (@ 4 ohms) |
Frequency Response (ref. 1kHz) | 20Hz-20KHz (± 0.5dB) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.005% (30W / 8 ohms) |
Input Sensitivity | 540mV (RCA AUX In); 2.5mV (Phono MM) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | >108dB (ref. 45W, A-weighted) |
Crosstalk @1K | >80dB (ref.1W) |
Standby Power Consumption | <0.5W |
Headphone Amplifier | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW ) |
Output Impedance | 4.7 ohms |
Load impedance | 20-600 ohms |
General | |
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D) | 236x98x380.6 |
Carton Size (mm) ( W X H X D) | 450x392x175 |
Net Weight | 6.3kg |
Finish | Black / Silver |
Power requirements (depending on region) | 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz; 100-120V ~ 50/60Hz |
Standard Accessories | Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual, Antenna |