8 XPd Qx

Our best integrated amplifier and DAC provides pure audiophile performance. The Cyrus 8 XPd Qx is the highest performance integrated amplifier within the Cyrus range and uses a fantastic DAC card to convert digital sources to analogue without any mistakes or lost details. Comprising our very best components including one of the best DAC processes available, the Cyrus Qx DAC module is an audiophile integrated amplifier and DAC. It produces fantastic clarity and depth in recordings, and the on-board DAC means you can use it in conjunction with just about any source. Plug into our range topping CD XT SE2 or Stream X2, connect a computer or laptop, or link your TV or satellite box to transform the sound of films and TV shows. You can even play two sources simultaneously, letting you enjoy Cyrus’s trademark sound quality throughout your house. The Cyrus 8 XPd Qx is powered by a 330VA transformer, providing a huge 70 watts per channel. Its on-board upsampling 24-bit/192 kHz DAC provides audiophile performance, bringing the best out of all digital sources.  

 The amplification stage of the Cyrus 8 XPd Qx uses the same technology as the Cyrus 8 XP. Along with this is our Qx DAC module which uses an advanced digital to analogue converter, its own regulated power supply and carefully engineered circuitry to ensure the output is high in detail and accuracy. This advanced DAC upsamples all digital sources to 192 kHz resolution and provides a multitude of sonic benefits including improved timing, smoother treble definition, wider sound staging and more tuneful bass. Together, these elements form a powerful and dynamic integrated amplifier which can fill two rooms of your home with stunning resolution and Cyrus’s award winning tuning. To get the best performance from this amplifier, plug in a PSX-R external power supply. This will separate the functions being performed by the unit to ensure the crucial audio signal remains unaffected by the other processes being performed.  

Technical Information
Inputs – 6 analogue, 2 electrical SPDIF, 2 optical SPDIF + 1 USB (Computer slave input)
Power - 350VA transformer Output power – 115W into 4 Ohms; 70W into 8 Ohms
Outputs – Zone 2, preamp out, headphone, bi-wire loudspeakers
Dimensions (H x W x D) – 73 x 215 x 360 mm
Weight – 6.9kg