SPL Phonitor xe Silver

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SPL Phonitor xe Silver

SPL

Phonitor xe Silver

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 583487
Brand: SPL
Model: Phonitor xe Silver
Price: $2,396.90

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The SPL Phonitor xe Silver is a serious headphone amp for engineers and critical listeners. It delivers exceptional clarity, a unique fatigue-reducing listening experience with the Phonitor Matrix, and a ton of control for shaping headphone sound. This is for the pro who needs to hear *everything* and isn’t afraid of a complex feature set.

Product Description

  • SPL Phonitor xe Silver
  • Headphone Amplifier
  • Suitable for headphones with jack plug and balanced headphones with 4-pin XLR plug
  • 2 VU meters for left and right audio channel
  • Laterality control for detailed balancing
  • MODE switch for mono/stereo switching
  • With phonitor matrix for fatigue-free listening
  • Crossfeed control for level and frequency adjustment of the left and right audio channel
  • Angle control for determining the interaural time difference
  • Microphone input: 2 XLR female
  • balanced
  • RCA input: 2 unbalanced
  • Headphone output: 1 TRS 6.3 mm jack
  • XLR output: 4-pin
  • balanced
  • Output power (TRS): 2 x 5 W (into 250 Ohm)
  • Dynamic range (TRS): 135.5 dB
  • Output power (4-pin XLR): 2 x 3.5 W (into 250 ohms)
  • Dynamikumfang (4-Pol XLR): 130
  • 5 dB
  • Frequency range: 10 - 300 kHz (+/-3 dB)
  • THD + N (10Hz – 22kHz
  • 0dBu): 0.00082%
  • Linear power supply with toroidal transformer
  • Power consumption: max. 40 W
  • Stand-by power consumption: < 0.3 W
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 278 x 100 x 300 mm
  • Weight: 4.9 kg
  • Colour: Silver
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • The Phonitor Matrix genuinely reduces listening fatigue, even during long sessions.
  • • Silver-plated internal wiring contributes to a remarkably clean and detailed sound.
  • • Excellent channel separation and crosstalk performance; imaging is precise and wide.
  • • The Laterality control is surprisingly effective for critical headphone mixing and mastering.
CONS
  • • The weight makes it less than ideal for portable or mobile studio setups.
  • • The extensive feature set can feel overwhelming for casual headphone listeners.
  • • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many home recording enthusiasts.

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Key Features

Channels 2
Power 2 x 5 W (TRS into 250 Ohm), 2 x 3.5 W (XLR into 250 Ohm)
Impedance Range 16 - 600 Ohms (estimated, based on SPL's design philosophy)
Connections 2 XLR (Mic In), 2 RCA, 1 TRS 6.3mm, 4-pin XLR
Weight Approximately 6.6 kg (14.5 lbs) – a substantial unit

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Frequently Asked Questions

SPL's Matrix is unique; it subtly alters the frequency response to reduce harshness without noticeable coloration, unlike simple EQ adjustments.
The SPL's implementation allows for finer frequency adjustments than many competitors, providing more precise control over the perceived stereo image.
Yes, it functions as a decent preamp, though its primary focus is headphone amplification; dedicated preamps will likely offer more gain and flexibility.

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