On the Portuguese online platform HIFICLUBE you can find an awesome review about our headphone amplifier and preamplifier SPL Phonitor x. Here we provide a few highlights of the review:
“The Phonitor x is an audiophile headphone amplifier designed and manufactured by SPL, a German brand that has been developing professional audio technology for over 40 years.”
“The Phonitor x is available in black, but you can also choose silver or flammant red, the most striking colour.”
“The chassis is robust, and the aluminium front panel resembles an aircraft cockpit, with mechanical VU meters that display input rather than output voltage.”
“The device can handle very high input levels (up to +32.5 dBu of internal headroom) due to its 120V architecture, so quick peaks above 0 VU rarely cause audible saturation.”
“It employs the exclusive VOLTAiR (120V) reference technology, which delivers exceptional technical specifications and audible advantages, including dynamic range, signal-to-noise ratio, and richness of detail.”
“The SPL Phonitor x has some unique functions, such as Matrix and Laterality, which allow for creating a more immersive and adjustable stereo image.”
“The Phonitor x treats music as material to be revealed, not material to be embellished, emphasizing active neutrality and the importance of listening over measurements.”
“Its active neutrality is a good starting point, allowing users to achieve timbral warmth through other means like equalization, rather than relying on the amplifier to add warmth.”
“The preamp section alone is worth the price …making it a versatile component for both headphone listening and long sessions with speakers.”
“The Phonitor x is a delight for the eyes and ears”
“In addition to effectively amplifying my headphones, it inspires a sense of desire and pride of ownership.”
Find more about the Phonitor x on the product page.
