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Ayre KX-8 Variable Gain Preamplifier

Ayre KX-8 Variable Gain Preamplifier

Originally debuting in our renowned KX-R preamplifier, the KX-8 incorporates the identical methodology for authentic variable gain volume control, albeit in a more straightforward and budget-friendly manner. Uphold a consistent signal-to-noise ratio and liberate the music at any volume level. Enveloped by Ayre's proprietary advancements, the Ayre KX-8 features fully-balanced, true zero-feedback circuitry across the board, delivering a natural musicality, unparalleled dynamics, and intricate detail.
$10,560.00Price

Ayre KX-8 Variable Gain Preamplifier

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$10,560.00

Originally debuting in our renowned KX-R preamplifier, the KX-8 incorporates the identical methodology for authentic variable gain volume control, albeit in a more straightforward and budget-friendly manner. Uphold a consistent signal-to-noise ratio and liberate the music at any volume level. Enveloped by Ayre's proprietary advancements, the Ayre KX-8 features fully-balanced, true zero-feedback circuitry across the board, delivering a natural musicality, unparalleled dynamics, and intricate detail.

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The KX-8 Preamplifier provides users with the flexibility to tailor it to their specific requirements, offering a range of optional standard digital inputs, as well as optional USB or Network inputs, rendering it exceptionally versatile. Equipped with up to eight digital inputs (Ethernet, USB, AES/EBU, S/PDIF (2), and Toslink (3)) and five analog inputs (2 Balanced, 3 unbalanced), it is poised to function as the central hub for both analog and digital elements in most systems. When the Ethernet module is installed, it achieves Roon-ready status and comes pre-configured for seamless streaming of Spotify, Qobuz, and Tidal. The KX-8 is designed to unlock the full potential of your source components and power amplifier, solidifying its status as another enduring classic in the Ayre Acoustics legacy.

 

The KX-8 represents a pinnacle in our headphone offerings thus far. Leveraging the authentic Variable Gain volume control and maintaining a true zero-feedback design across both balanced and unbalanced front panel connectors, the KX-8, powered by Ayre's exclusive Diamond amplifier circuit, effortlessly propels even the most demanding headphones, enabling a seamless infusion of music into your auditory experience. This marks a groundbreaking moment for our headphone users, providing them with the opportunity to enjoy the advantages of Variable Gain technology for the first time.


KX-8 Variable Gain Preamplifier


Features
Ayre’s Exclusive Continuously Variable Gain Transimpedance (CVGT) volume control
Zero-Feedback, Fully-Balanced Discrete Circuitry
Ayre’s Double Diamond Output Stage
Ayre’s Exclusive Equilock Gain Stage
Linear Analog Power Supply
High-Speed Circuit Board Material

Analog Inputs:
(2) Balanced
(3) Single Ended

Optional DAC:
ESS ES9038Q2M DAC chip
Xilinx Spartan FPGA
Ayre’s Asynchronous S/PDIF input
Ayre custom digital clock
Ayre’s Minimum Phase digital filter
Single-pass 16x oversampling

Up to six digital inputs:
Ethernet, Asynchronous USB,
AES/EBU, S/PDIF, Optical (2)

AyreLink Communication Trigger System

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REVIEWS

average rating is 5 out of 5

1 review for Ayre KX-8 Variable Gain Preamplifier

  • "While I was here, enjoying the various characters Gibbons embodies on out of season, I leashed the Focal Clear Mg to the Ayre KX-8 for some intimate listening time. Here, with the Focal’s stunning clarity, air, and color in play, the Ayre’s qualities seemed the perfect match for the Clear Mg, bringing Gibbons and Co’s sparkling delightful sounds directly into my brain’s pleasure center like tiny sparks of light. Once again, nothing, not a thing, stood out to fault with the Ayre’s creamy yet highly refined presentation."
    -Michael Lavorgna, Twittering Machines

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