*New* Esoteric Grandioso M1X Monos

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Grandioso M1X | OVERVIEW | ESOTERIC:Japan high-end audio manufacturer | エソテリック

“[NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT announcement]
We will start selling ′′ Grandioso M1x ′′ that will be the flagship machine of the mo power amplifier from April.
Grandioso M1x is a mo power amplifier, which has fully renewed the conventional grandioso m1 by many latest circuit technology, including the world's first super junction bipolatrangista ′′ Esoteric SJ-bjt01′′ in the power amplifier. I draw music to the passion that rises from the silence of the silence.

Please visit our product page for more details.
https://www.esoteric.jp/jp/product/m1x/top”
 
crwilli said:
People only did the math using the published MSRP on their site to USD.
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Very reasonable assumption for the uninitiated, based solely on the equipment you own, you are not one of the unintiated and you know better. Expect each one of these Monos to retail for $35-$40K USD.
 
I’m eyeing the Grandioso M1X , just wondering if it would be a sideways move compared to
my Constellation Centaur ll 500 Stereo , they sure would match my other esoteric gear
 
It's hardly ever a sideways move going from a good stereo amp to a good mono amp. If you own other Esoteric stuff it makes sense to continue with Esoteric to leverage the brand synergy.
 
brodricj said:
It's hardly ever a sideways move going from a good stereo amp to a good mono amp. If you own other Esoteric stuff it makes sense to continue with Esoteric to leverage the brand synergy.
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+1

A full Grandioso system with the latest versions would be extremely compelling.

State of the Art.

Don't forget the ES-L XLR link to connect all your devices.

If you acquire these amps.

Please post your impressions here :-)
 
mdp632 said:
+1

A full Grandioso system with the latest versions would be extremely compelling.

State of the Art.

Don't forget the ES-L XLR link to connect all your devices.

If you acquire these amps.

Please post your impressions here :-)
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Using ES-L XLR to my K01 XD that’s another reason I upgraded
 
mdp632 said:
+1

A full Grandioso system with the latest versions would be extremely compelling.

State of the Art.

Don't forget the ES-L XLR link to connect all your devices.

If you acquire these amps.

Please post your impressions here :-)
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Agreed...the ES-L XLR link is a leading reason to keep it all Grandioso.

Also, not saying anything against Constellation by any means; I do think the C1X and M1X would be the ideal match sonically
given what I've heard from Constellation amps in the past (that I like) and the past C1 and M1 combination. If it were me,
I'd stick with C1X and M1X together, no doubt. The only deviation from all Esoteric in the stack that is being contemplated
is the Lampi Pacific DAC which is an amazing piece.
 
The ES-L link, being a current driven analog connection, neuters the influence the cable has on the resulting sound. So a main benefit is you can use a cheaper cable. The difference in sound will depend on the quality/effect of the non ES-L voltage driven cable you're comparing it against.
 
brodricj said:
The ES-L link, being a current driven analog connection, neuters the influence the cable has on the resulting sound. So a main benefit is you can use a cheaper cable. The difference in sound will depend on the quality/effect of the non ES-L voltage driven cable you're comparing it against.
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I've read similar. That being said, it certainly does make network cables (MIT, Transparent) a moot point with ES-L.

However, given the resolution of these electronics, even with ES-L Link, I'd still think a quality cable would matter.

Individuals who can play at this level, certainly don't skimp on cables.

I remember a Youtube video years ago when it debuted , the Esoteric rep had the system wired with Odin.

A Sigma V2 XLR loom would be amazing indeed with ES-L Link.
 
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