Product Description
The Esoteric S-05XE is a Class A stereo power amplifier with the ability to be bridged or used in bi-amp mode.
The finest transparency unique to Class A operation and the richly scaled, three-dimensional soundstage that is a hallmark of Esoteric come together to create an unparalleled listening experience. Featuring a newly designed, fully symmetrical balanced input buffer amplifier, a large 1,000 VA toroidal-core power transformer, and a unique dual-mono power-supply smoothing circuit, the refined S-05XE establishes a new benchmark in Class A stereo power amplification. Experience the polished, expanded Esoteric signature sound in its full expression.
A great match to the Esoteric N-05XE
Key Features
- Simple. Pure. Straightforward. Circuit design philosophy inherited from Esoteric’s Grandioso amplifiers
- The Class A Clarity and Detail Meet Hyper Dynamics – Esoteric's hallmark sonic signature
- High-Power Bipolar Transistor in a Three-Parallel Push-Pull Configuration
- 30W per Channel Into 8Ω (Class A) / 60W per Channel Into 4Ω / 120W Into 8Ω (BTL)
- Monoblock-Level Performance in a Stereo Chassis: Fully dual-mono construction, including power-supply smoothing circuits
- Minimal NFB (Negative Feedback): Contributes to a lively, dynamic sound
- *Large 1,000 VA Toroidal-Core Power Transformer: Delivers enhanced dynamic performance
- *New Power Supply Smoothing Circuit: Enhances L/R independence and channel separation
- “Grandioso Grade” Custom Capacitors: 10,000μF × 4 pcs per channel
- *New “Fully Symmetrical Balanced Input Buffer Amplifier”: Blocks noise and produces meticulously detailed sound
- ES-Link Analog Input: Esoteric’s proprietary current-signal transmission for ultra-authentic sound
- Triple Drive Mode Switch (Stereo / BTL / Bi-Amp): Supports multi-amplifier system configurations
- DC Trigger: For sequential power on/off with the N-05XE
- Esoteric’s Patented Isolation Feet and Semi-Floating Top Panel: Contribute to an open and natural sonic character
- Wave-Shaped Heat Sink: Reduces peak resonance for a more neutral response
- *New Top Panel Design: Inspired by the "Dual Honeycomb Grille" design of the Grandioso amplifiers
- Proudly Made in Tokyo
*New features of the S-05XE over the outgoing S-05
Full specs can be found here: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/s-05xe/top
