{"product_id":"esoteric-m1x-monoblock-amplifier","title":"Esoteric Grandioso M1X Monoblock Amplifier","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRRP: $52,000.00\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-box visible-sm visible-md visible-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"future_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-dsp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product_style\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-lead\"\u003eA new milestone in power amplifiers\u003cbr\u003ethat brings together wisdom and technology.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-box visible-sm visible-md visible-lg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_tmp\/main_img\/esoteric\/m1x_main.jpg\" alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" width=\"501\" height=\"288\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"block-title\"\u003eMaster Amplification – A New Era\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTransforming the full range of music from dignified silence to surging passion, a new milestone in amplifiers brings together wisdom and technology. Esoteric’s Grandioso M1 “X” Edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_logo.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"150\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_angled_image.jpg\" width=\"401\" height=\"301\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"future_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-dsp\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003eTransforming the full range of music from dignified silence to surging\u003cbr class=\"br-wd\"\u003epassion, a new milestone in amplifiers brings together wisdom and technology.\u003cbr class=\"br-wd\"\u003eEsoteric’s Grandioso M1 “X” Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_front_w_shadow.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"218\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eDynamic Soundscape\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the music starts to play, the presence of the audio component disappears into the background and the excitement of the listening experience is revealed; a place where the music is unleashed in all its dynamism and majestic scale. By introducing an inordinate number of new materials, particularly the completely redesigned drive stage and power supply section, the M1X’s New signature sound provides music with an extra dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_pair_angled.jpg\" width=\"399\" height=\"252\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eUltimate Fidelity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsoteric, as a high-end brand, has been at the forefront of audio innovation. Along with the Grandioso C1X linestage preamp, Esoteric challenges the limits of fidelity in preamp to amplifier signal transmission. Esoteric's unique current transmission system “ES-Link Analog” is the ideal method for preamp to amplifier transmission where the signal level is extremely low. Compared to the conventional voltage transmission, it transmits approximately 100 times more current, making it less susceptible to noise and sending the full energy of the music to the amplifier.\u003cbr\u003eAlso, in principle, it is not affected by the impedance of the interconnects running between the preamp and amplifier, so it is possible to maintain perfect integrity between the output signal of the preamp and the input signal to the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_c1x_vis-a-vis_black_bg.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"180\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003e2,400W\/1Ω\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe all-new drive stage has been expanded in size by 150%, from 6 to 12 parallels, while boasting an astonishing power linearity from 300W\/8Ω to 2,400W\/1Ω*. It delivers sufficient current in a perfect correspondence with the change of load level, effectively meaning you won’t need to concern yourself over what speakers you can use. Now, you can enjoy the true sound of the original master, even on music with a wide dynamic range.\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Only for music signals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_trio_classico_image.jpg\" width=\"398\" height=\"239\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"col-sm-12\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e— Source of the Power —\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-dsp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fixed-background background-2\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eInfinite Power\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"future_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything about the M1X is done on an extraordinary scale. The M1X’s incredible power is supported by Esoteric’s largest-ever power supply, which occupies the space of approximately 60% of the unit’s internal components. The 3,000VA\/19kg main power transformer has been further refined in terms of rectification capability by implementing heavier winding gauge. In addition, high-capacity Esoteric custom capacitors with a total capacity of 60,000μF have been adopted to refine the amplifier’s signature high-quality tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_interior.jpg\" width=\"399\" height=\"332\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven at the climax of a full orchestra, the M1X will draw forward even the most nuanced detail from every instrument with its key feature high resolution capability. Incorporating a dedicated power supply unit for the pre-drive stage (voltage amplification stage) that handles extremely low-level signals from the preamp, the M1X eliminates the influence of the drive stage with its large current fluctuations and improves resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eSimplicity Is Excellence\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidering its massive appearance, you may be interested to learn that the circuitry of the M1X is surprisingly simple. The crystal-clean sonic signature of the M1X is composed of a product of advanced engineering known as, “Aesthetics of subtraction”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-10 col-sm-offset-2\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/gallery\/m1x_angled.jpg\" width=\"401\" height=\"333\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eHarmonics\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, all 24 transistors on the drive stage are controlled to be the same temperature for total balance and stability, and the phase compensation circuit employs a simple single-pole configuration, which also allows the final stage to be coil-less. With its minimalist circuitry philosophy, it maintains the harmonics (overtones) that are most important to music, but are often easily lost, and draws them out with rich expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eInto the Deep End\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the M1X’s circuitry is minimalist, the components are among the largest. Its extra thick copper clad printed circuit boards, the huge bus bars used in the drive stage, and the ultra-heavy gauge cables with secure, lossless bolt on connector system, are reminiscent of a huge aircraft engine. By reducing the internal impedance and by gripping even a large diameter woofer with authority, its driving force reaches the limit of the low frequency range with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/gallery\/m1x_rear.jpg\" width=\"401\" height=\"185\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\"\u003eSonic Gradation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1X not only delivers the dynamism of high power, but also renders the gradation between climax and silence with amazing subtlety. A newly designed balanced input stage amplifier that is independently settled on each input, receives the signal and transmits it to the amplification stage in a balanced configuration to ensure noiselessness. Carefully selected components such as IDM-01 (Integrated Discrete-Amplifier Module) originally developed for the C1X preamp, and FET switches used in input selector, further enhances the micro detail of the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-dsp\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_block_diagram_pc.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"240\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pc-dsp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fixed-background background-3\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e— Built for the Truth —\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e Mechanical Perfection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-background\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"future_description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1X’s chassis optimally controls any vibrations that may affect the sound quality to achieve the absolute design goal of “Master Sound Reproduction”. Like a Formula One race car, its sleek and clean appearance with mechanical engineering that pushes the limits of the balance between rigidity and flexibility, is a testament to its high level of perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_front_panel_detail.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDual Honeycomb Grille\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most eye-catching feature of the M1X exterior, the top panel's \"Dual Honeycomb Grille\" symbolizes the evolution from the preceding M1 to the M1X. The honeycomb-shaped opening was adopted to maximize the efficiency of the internal heat exchange and to reduce the top panel weight as much as possible to enhance sound openness. By stacking two grills of different thicknesses with offset hole-positioning, vibrations are also dispersed efficiently in pursuit of a pure tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_top_panel_detail.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-title\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRigidity \/ Flexibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-detail\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure resonance-free operation, the M1X employs the extensive use of aluminum blocks on the body enclosures. For example, the front panel is machined from a 35mm-thick aluminum block, while the top panel, on the other hand, which needs to be free of vibration for an open sound, has a semi-floating structure, and the isolated feet have their own special structure that reduces mechanical stress and enhances sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-12\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso M1X\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/m1x\/m1x_feet.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpec description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product_style\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" class=\"table table-bordered table-striped spec_table\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eRated output power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e300W (8Ω)\u003cbr\u003e600W (4Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog audio inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv1_hi\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eESL-A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e1 (Monaural)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv1_hi\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e1 (Monaural)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eInput impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e100kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv1_hi\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e1 (Monaural)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eInput impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e10kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003ePower supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv3\"\u003eModel for Europe\/Hong Kong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003eAC 230V, 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv3\"\u003eModel for US\/Canada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003eAC 120V, 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e400W (55W when no signal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eExternal dimensions\u003csmall\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(W×H×D)\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e491 × 221.5 × 536mm\u003cbr\u003e19-⅜\" × 8-¾\" × 21-⅛\" (including protrusions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e62kg \/ 136-¾ lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAudio performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" class=\"table table-bordered table-striped spec_table\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"30%\" valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e5Hz to 100kHz (+0dB, –3dB, 8Ω)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eS\/N ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e119dB (IHF-A, XLR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eTotal harmonic distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e0.006% (1kHz, 8Ω, 300W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eCompatible Speaker Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e4Ω to 16Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"spec_lv2\"\u003eGain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e28.5dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product is available in three different power supply variations, as shown in the chart above. Make sure that the voltage shown on the rear panel matches the AC line voltage in your area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shape of the AC inlet and plug of the supplied power cord depends on the voltage rating and destination country.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign and specification are subject to change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight and dimensions are approximate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Esoteric","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":47166506401979,"sku":"ESGRANDM1XS","price":52000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/1221\/0363\/files\/m1x_front.jpg?v=1778276974","url":"https:\/\/truenorthdistribution.com\/products\/esoteric-m1x-monoblock-amplifier","provider":"True North Distribution","version":"1.0","type":"link"}