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Post by chaosrv on Apr 19, 2016 17:36:17 GMT -5
If I was an Emotiva employee and wanted to have a little fun, I wouldn't have corrected the writer for Absolute Sound. I'd let them do a glowing write up about how truly wonderful the equipment sounded.. ya know - all the food-related analogies you could possible want. After publication buy an ad in the next issue correcting the reported price. Best part is, I bet the advertising department wouldn't even catch it just the check for the ad. But that's just me.  Hi guys! Thought I'd chime in here because there's more to The Absolute Sound story. We are huge fans and supporters of the Absolute Sound, in fact, 3 writers from the publication came by. They cover budget audio too, and I think at least one of the writers is going to do an Emotiva Axpona follow-up. The writer that Dan spoke to was covering the more expensive beat for the show, but that does not mean that Emotiva is too cheap for TAS readers. On the contrary, we are lining up reviews as we speak. Thanks Jessica, Great to know Emotiva is still getting the proper coverage. Still... it would make for an interesting experiment. |
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Post by LCSeminole on Apr 19, 2016 18:39:20 GMT -5
Just a copy of Jessica's post in the "Announcements" section for the new BaseX line. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone, We had a wonderful time at the Axpona show in Chicago. If you were at the show, you would have seen the debut of our new BasX line. Below is the official announcement for the BasX line. The line is currently in production. We'll announce an official release date/pre-order and more production information soon. I thought I'd share the announcement here first! Intuitive, Attractive, Affordable: Emotiva Balances Performance and Price with the Fully Integrated BasX Line New line up of power amps and preamps are designed to look good and sound great while delivering the specs of higher priced systems Franklin, TN, April 18, 2016—Emotiva Audio Corporation, the company that continually proves high-end audio doesn’t have be high-priced, introduces the BasX line of audio components, including powerful multizone amplifiers and versatile stereo preamp/tuners, engineered to work together to reproduce flawless sound, with the most intuitive operation in audio. “A central part of Emotiva’s mission is been making it easy to explore and enjoy high-end audio technology that is affordable and a no-brainer to use,” says Dan Laufman, President and Founder of Emotiva. “We consider BasX a real breakthrough in terms of delivering audiophile power and performance at price points that allow a far larger segment of the market to enjoy high-end audio.” BasX amplifiers feature robust toroidal power supplies and muscular Class A/B output stages. The line includes four power amplifiers, with various output power levels and configurations from two to eight channels, ensuring a perfect fit with a consumers’ needs. BasX components are available exclusively at www.emotiva.com and through authorized Emotiva dealers. BasX Product Selection The PT-100 preamp/tuner (MSRP: $299) features a high-quality FM tuner, and both digital and analog inputs to connect to all audio sources. The PT-100 includes a precision phono preamp that supports moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, a USB input that supports digital audio up to 24/96k without having to install computer drivers, and an optional Bluetooth module input. The menu system is both powerful and intuitive; the front panel VFD display is bright and easy to read, and all unit controls can be accessed from either the front panel or the remote control. The IA-100 tuner/amplifier (SRP: $399) includes all of the features of the PT-100, but adds a powerful 50-watt RMS/channel into 8 ohms stereo amplifier. The BasX A-100 (MSRP: $199) is a small, powerful, and great-sounding integrated amplifier in 1/2 rack width package and is ideal for pairing with a small stereo system. Use the A-100 as an auxiliary amplifier for a larger system; it includes automatic turn-on, front panel volume control, and a high-powered headphone output. BasX A-150, BasX A-300, BasX A-500, BasX A-700 power amplifiers are powerful amps that feature a heavy duty power supply, audiophile quality Class A/B output stages on each channel, high quality construction throughout, sophisticated fault protection, informative front panel status indicators, heavy duty audiophile speaker terminals, trigger input and output, and understated yet elegant styling. • BasX A-150 (MSRP: $299): two channels; 75 watts RMS/channel into 8 ohms • BasX A-300 (MSRP: $399): two channels; 150 watts RMS/channel into 8 ohms • BasX A-500 (MSRP: $499): five channels; 100 watts RMS/channel into 8 ohms • BasX A-700 (MSRP: $599): seven channels; 100 watts RMS/channel into 8 ohms BasX A-800 (MSRP: $599)A multi-zone amplifier that features a heavy duty power supply, audiophile-quality Class A/B output stages on each channel, high-quality construction throughout, sophisticated fault protection, informative front panel status indicators, trigger input and output, and understated yet elegant styling. The A-800 has individual inputs for each channel and an input bus for multi-zone and multi-room sound distribution. It boasts eight channels; 50 watts RMS/channel into 8 ohms. Channel pairs are bridgeable to 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms. BasX MC-700 (MSRP: $599) A high performance 7.1 AV preamp/processor with HDMI 2.0 and Emo-Q™ room correction. Featuring twin dual-core 32 bit DSP engines, it handles all HD decoding with precision and exceptional fidelity. Five HDMI 2.0-capable inputs support HDCP 2.2, and Emotiva’s acclaimed Emo-Q automatic room correction engine produces excellent results in nearly any room. Also, The MC-700 features manual parametric EQ on all channels with independent pre-sets and a pure along bypass mode. Rounding out its deep feature set are 7.1 analog inputs and USB audio support. |
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Post by LCSeminole on Apr 19, 2016 18:43:44 GMT -5
Here's a copy of Nick's pictures of the new BaseX line of component's from the "Announcements" section. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Post by LCSeminole on Apr 19, 2016 18:48:31 GMT -5
The BaseX A-100, 1/2 rack width integrated amplifier has definitely caught my eye, especially the "high-powered headphone output" part.   Oh yeah, and it looks to have the 1/4in headphone plug size that many headphone aficionados require for their cans. This little integrated has "Lonnie" written all over it!!! |
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Post by oldschoolpolk on Apr 19, 2016 19:42:25 GMT -5
The only new competition to the Emersa 2 channel integrated I can think of is the upcoming ELAC integrated deigned by Andrew Jones. That would be a good shoot out; the Emersa Integrated vs the ELAC Integrated. Very similar specs and functionality, though Andrew's use of app adjustable bass management might tip the scale. However, the Emersa's use of the highly regarded ICE Power ASC modules could seal the deal. You have to love competition in the world of high-value/hi-fi audio.
Hats off to Dan's team and to Andrew's team.
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Post by tchaik on Apr 19, 2016 21:22:24 GMT -5
Here's a copy of Nick's pictures of the new BaseX line of component's from the "Announcements" section. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- very cool…….. |
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Post by creimes on Apr 19, 2016 22:03:36 GMT -5
The BaseX A-100, 1/2 rack width integrated amplifier has definitely caught my eye, especially the "high-powered headphone output" part. Oh yeah, and it looks to have the 1/4in headphone plug size that many headphone aficionados require for their cans. This little integrated has "Lonnie" written all over it!!! Oh man I really want one for upstairs on my little vinyl setup, it would be perfect as the old Kenwood KA-801 I got isn't working so well  |
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Post by skiman1 on Apr 19, 2016 22:16:33 GMT -5
O.K. now that the BasX and Emersa lines are done, get going on the XMR-1.
Please.
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Post by garbulky on Apr 19, 2016 22:20:00 GMT -5
The only new competition to the Emersa 2 channel integrated I can think of is the upcoming ELAC integrated deigned by Andrew Jones. That would be a good shoot out; the Emersa Integrated vs the ELAC Integrated. Very similar specs and functionality, though Andrew's use of app adjustable bass management might tip the scale. However, the Emersa's use of the highly regarded ICE Power ASC modules could seal the deal. You have to love competition in the world of high-value/hi-fi audio. Hats off to Dan's team and to Andrew's team. elac uses bash class usually used in subs not class D ICE amps (which are usually used in both subs and full range applications). I don't know if they are in the same performance range. Not saying it's a fair comparison the way I present it but this is what I know. BASH amps are usually not used in higher end full range applications usually used in entry level or mid level audiophiel subwoofer amps (though not limited to it). Powersound Audio who makes mainly subs uses BASH class in its entry subs. But its higher priced units use ICE amps. While ICE amps are used in Red Dragons Monoblock, Bel Canto, and Wyred for sound full range amps which are higher priced full range stuff as well as other amps. If I had to guess I don't think the two are in the same league. Though I haven't heard either |
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Post by Gary Cook on Apr 20, 2016 1:11:55 GMT -5
O.K. now that the BasX and Emersa lines are done, get going on the XMR-1. Please. You mean the processor previously known as the XMR-1  Cheers Gary |
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Post by bolle on Apr 20, 2016 1:54:45 GMT -5
So the MC-700 is basically an updated UMC-200 while retaining the same price? A good thing in my opinion. |
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Post by wizardofoz on Apr 20, 2016 2:32:19 GMT -5
Wonderful. Thanks for all the pics! The EPA-1 looks quite interesting to me! I wonder which ones is the DC-1 in its chassis (XLR outputs). Also what a winner is that DC-1 stack?!?!?!?!? Perfect! At that size I am quite happy with class D. Heck talk about super portable. (And I won't even use the SP-1). Super portable monoblock amps with DC-1 powering it? I think that's their biggest win out of all the electronic products when I was in HQ last year this was touted as coming...and a 2 channel version also in the same form factor - maybe that won't happen but I sure want a pair the mono's ASAP. |
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Post by peacock on Apr 20, 2016 2:37:55 GMT -5
MC-700 is perhaps EMP-1 without DIRAC software.
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Post by KeithL on Apr 20, 2016 11:33:12 GMT -5
OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ...  The BasX processor is pretty basic as far as features - it sounds really good, is VERY easy to operate, and doesn't have a lot of fancy features; it does NOT have Dirac Live (it has EmoQ). The BasX pre/pro, the BasX integrated amp, and the BasX preamp come with remote controls. The BasX units also have nice, bright, easy to read front panel displays - with big printing on them  The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1.
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Post by klinemj on Apr 20, 2016 12:57:38 GMT -5
OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ... The BasX processor is pretty basic as far as features - it sounds really good, is VERY easy to operate, and doesn't have a lot of fancy features; it does NOT have Dirac Live (it has EmoQ). The BasX pre/pro, the BasX integrated amp, and the BasX preamp come with remote controls. The BasX units also have nice, bright, easy to read front panel displays - with big printing on them The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1. Is the BasX pre/pro cirrus or ti based? |
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Post by geebo on Apr 20, 2016 13:05:34 GMT -5
OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ... The BasX processor is pretty basic as far as features - it sounds really good, is VERY easy to operate, and doesn't have a lot of fancy features; it does NOT have Dirac Live (it has EmoQ). The BasX pre/pro, the BasX integrated amp, and the BasX preamp come with remote controls. The BasX units also have nice, bright, easy to read front panel displays - with big printing on them The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1. Will a full version of Dirac be offered for the Emersa processor? |
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Post by KeithL on Apr 20, 2016 13:16:30 GMT -5
Sorry, I don't have that information yet. There will, of course, be a lot more information as we get closer to launch date. OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ... The BasX processor is pretty basic as far as features - it sounds really good, is VERY easy to operate, and doesn't have a lot of fancy features; it does NOT have Dirac Live (it has EmoQ). The BasX pre/pro, the BasX integrated amp, and the BasX preamp come with remote controls. The BasX units also have nice, bright, easy to read front panel displays - with big printing on them The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1. Will a full version of Dirac be offered for the Emersa processor? |
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Post by KeithL on Apr 20, 2016 13:17:05 GMT -5
It has Cirrus DSPs. OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ... The BasX processor is pretty basic as far as features - it sounds really good, is VERY easy to operate, and doesn't have a lot of fancy features; it does NOT have Dirac Live (it has EmoQ). The BasX pre/pro, the BasX integrated amp, and the BasX preamp come with remote controls. The BasX units also have nice, bright, easy to read front panel displays - with big printing on them The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1. Is the BasX pre/pro cirrus or ti based? |
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Post by novisnick on Apr 20, 2016 13:54:08 GMT -5
Sorry, I don't have that information yet. There will, of course, be a lot more information as we get closer to launch date. Will a full version of Dirac be offered for the Emersa processor? Lets have that lift-off!   |
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Post by Lsc on Apr 20, 2016 14:22:37 GMT -5
OK... nothing is exactly the same as before ... The Emersa processor will be more like an "XMC-1 jr"; it includes Dirac Live. It also comes with a remote control. (We'll be talking more about the details later.) Even though they're not the same, the remote controls for both use the same basic codes, and the same codes as the XMC-1 (so you'll be able to control all three with any of the remotes - at least mostly). For those of you who like to make this sort of evaluation, I would put the BasX a tiny bit "below" the UMC-200 - although with enough improvements that you'll probably prefer it. And the Emersa would fall more between the UMC-200 and the XMC-1. Well Jessica is every bit as lovely as she was 3 years ago at Emofest in Naperville. So if I get the Emersa, I'll continue to be unable to use directv for volume control. . Thanks for the evaluation...I'm thinking the Emersa will sound as good as the XMC-1 but we will see. |
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Oh yeah, and it looks to have the 1/4in headphone plug size that many headphone aficionados require for their cans. This little integrated has "Lonnie" written all over it!!! 
