{"product_id":"musical-fidelity-m5xi-integrated-amplifier","title":"Musical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":9}'\u003eMusical Fidelity M5xi Integrated Amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":49,\"w\":560,\"h\":254,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":49}'\u003eThe M5xi is a high-power integrated amplifier built around 2 independent monobloc power amps with a separate preamp stage in a shared chassis, sitting above the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/musical-fidelity-b1xi-integrated-amplifier\" bis_size='{\"x\":506,\"y\":69,\"w\":25,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":506,\"abs_y\":69}'\u003eB1xi\u003c\/a\u003e in the range. Its revised amplifier topology is drawn from Musical Fidelity's TITAN power amplifier design, bringing the M5xi closer to the architecture used in the M6si and M6xi, but tuned for lower output power. It delivers 160W per channel into 8 ohms and 240W per channel into 4 ohms, with 45A peak-to-peak current and enough headroom to drive demanding loudspeakers with control. Connectivity has been substantially updated, with HDMI eARC, coaxial, optical, and USB-C digital inputs, plus 4 line-level RCA inputs and an upgraded MM\/MC phonostage. A home-theater bypass input lets the M5xi serve as the front left\/right amplifier in a multichannel system, while fixed line outputs and variable preamp outputs support headphone amplifiers, bi-amping, or active subwoofer integration. As an authorized Musical Fidelity dealer in Toronto, Canada, Vinyl Sound can help you match this amplifier to your speakers and sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":320,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":320}'\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":363,\"w\":560,\"h\":274,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":363}'\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":363,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":363}'\u003e2 independent monobloc power amps with a separate preamp stage in one chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":383,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":383}'\u003e160W\/channel into 8Ω, 240W\/channel into 4Ω, 45A peak-to-peak current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":402,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":402}'\u003eLow-distortion Darlington output stage in classic Musical Fidelity fashion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":422,\"w\":520,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":422}'\u003eRedesigned MM\/MC phonostage, adding moving-coil support over the prior M5si's MM-only stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":461,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":461}'\u003eTransformer and power supply PCB encapsulated in a metal enclosure to reduce EMI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":481,\"w\":520,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":481}'\u003ePhysically separated digital\/analog sections, digital and ARC boards on their own linear power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":520,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":520}'\u003eHDMI eARC, coaxial, optical, and USB-C digital inputs, up to 24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":539,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":539}'\u003eRS232 control for custom-install integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":559,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":559}'\u003e5V\/2A USB-A power output for a compatible external streamer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":579,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":579}'\u003eHome-theater bypass input for use as a stereo power amp in a multichannel system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":598,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":598}'\u003eFixed line output and variable preamp output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":618,\"w\":520,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":52,\"abs_y\":618}'\u003eFront panel milled from a massive extruded aluminum profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":651,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":651}'\u003eFully Discrete Dual-Mono Power Amp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":691,\"w\":560,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":691}'\u003eThe M5xi is configured as 2 independent monobloc power amplifiers with a separate preamp stage — effectively a preamp and 2 power amps in one chassis. The amplifier stage uses Musical Fidelity's classic low-distortion output topology and incorporates technology from the company's TITAN amplifier platform, delivering the headroom and control needed for difficult speaker loads and low-impedance dips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":805,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":805}'\u003eModern Connectivity and System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":845,\"w\":560,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":845}'\u003eThe M5xi adds HDMI eARC for TV and home-theater use, alongside coaxial, optical, and USB-C digital inputs supporting up to 24-bit\/192kHz. RS232 control allows integration into custom-installed systems, and a 5V\/2A USB-A power output provides clean power for a compatible external streamer. The home-theater bypass input bypasses the preamp stage entirely, letting the M5xi operate as a high-performance stereo power amplifier for the front left\/right channels in a multichannel system, while fixed line outputs and variable preamp outputs add flexibility for headphone amplifiers, external power amps, or active subwoofers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1018,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":1018}'\u003eRedesigned Phonostage and Digital Separation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1058,\"w\":560,\"h\":137,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":1058}'\u003eThe built-in MM\/MC phonostage has been redesigned from the M5si's MM-only stage, adding moving-coil cartridge support with improved circuit design, layout, isolation, and shielding. The transformer and power supply PCB are encapsulated in a metal enclosure to reduce electromagnetic interference throughout the amplifier, particularly benefiting the high-gain phonostage circuitry. Digital and analog sections are physically separated on dedicated PCBs, with the digital and ARC boards using their own linear power supply, reducing RF interference to protect the sensitive analog signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1211,\"w\":560,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":1211}'\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1251,\"w\":560,\"h\":753,\"abs_x\":12,\"abs_y\":1251}'\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1254,\"w\":554,\"h\":747,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1254}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1254,\"w\":554,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1254}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1254,\"w\":239,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1254}'\u003ePower output (8Ω, 4Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":256,\"y\":1254,\"w\":312,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":256,\"abs_y\":1254}'\u003e160W, 240W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr 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bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1555,\"w\":239,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1555}'\u003eAnalog inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":256,\"y\":1555,\"w\":312,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":256,\"abs_y\":1555}'\u003e4x stereo RCA line-level, 1x MM\/MC phono\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1581,\"w\":554,\"h\":43,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1581}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1581,\"w\":239,\"h\":43,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1581}'\u003eDigital inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":256,\"y\":1581,\"w\":312,\"h\":43,\"abs_x\":256,\"abs_y\":1581}'\u003eHDMI eARC, coaxial, optical, USB-C (up to 24-bit\/192kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1626,\"w\":554,\"h\":43,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1626}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":1626,\"w\":239,\"h\":43,\"abs_x\":15,\"abs_y\":1626}'\u003eAnalog outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd 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