MISSION MS-778X

Today's Mission 778X retains the influence of simplistic operation, extensive drive controls and a multitude of inputs. It is a compact, 1980s-inspired integrated amplifier that is fully equipped to meet the needs of modern music lovers, from vinyl fans to digital streamers. Modern twists such as LED level meters and comprehensive connectivity options make the 778X a truly contemporary integrated amplifier. Boasting a genuine 65 watts (@4 ohms) of power through a thoroughly modern and refined signal path, to similar standards to the exemplary standards to which Mission loudspeakers are developed.

Phono

The phono stage is based on a JFET circuit with precise RIAA equalization. It is optimized for MM cartridges and as such is a high-quality, low-noise input that eliminates any need for an additional phono preamp.

Complementing the typical RCA line inputs are digital and coaxial connection options and a built-in Bluetooth receiver with an aptX and AAC codec, meaning the 778X delivers CD-like performance over a wireless Bluetooth connection. The convenience of streaming music from smart devices, such as phones, tablets or PCs, has never been so good!

DAC on

That’s not all in terms of digital music facilitation. The 778X also features a high-performance ESS ES9018K2M reference chip with ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. In the world of digital music files, that means the 778X offers class-leading ultra-low noise digital audio file compatibility, with a sampling rate of up to 384kHz (PCM) and DSD256!

Great Headphone Amp

Equal in performance to standalone headphone amplifiers, as well as the price class of this complete system, the design offers high-speed output signal transition through a high slew rate. The result is dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all types of headphones.

Labor of Love

The Mission 778X's all-around performance is engaging, detailed and refined. Detail, timing and dynamics excel, regardless of source or medium. Designed for modern music enthusiasts with a nod to our heritage, the Mission 778X doesn't discriminate when it comes to expression and enjoyment of your music playback.

Specifications

General Description Digital to Analog Converter, Stereo Amplifier

Design Philosophy and Core Technology

• Integrated amplifier (45 watts at 8 ohms, 65 watts at 4 ohms)

• ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M reference chip

• Ultra-low noise digital audio file compatibility (384kHz PCM, DSD256) • Bluetooth 5.0 support (aptX / AAC)

• Dedicated performance speaker, low noise MM phono stage

• Headphone amplifier with high-speed output signal transition

• USB upgrade support

• Large Tractile controls with LED level meters

Inputs 1 x Coaxial, 2 x Optical Toslink, 1 x PC USB, 1 x Bluetooth (aptX / AAC), 2 x AUX, 1 x RCA (Phono MM)

Outputs 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical Toslink, 1 x RCA (PRE output)

Sample Rate Optical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz-192kHz;

PC USB: 44.1kHz-384kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256

Preamplifier Section

Gain (Maximum) +0dB (Line), +47dB (Phone MM)

Input Sensitivity 540mV (Line, Volume = 0dB); 2.5mV (Phone MM, Volume = 0dB)

Input Impedance 10K (AUX); 47K//100pF (Phone MM)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 110dB (A-weighted)

DAC

D to A Converter ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M

Resolution 32bit

Max. Sampling rate Optical/Coaxial: 192kHz;

USB: PCM 384kHz / 11.2896MHz (DSD256)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)

Output Level (0dBFS, 1KHz) 2.1Vrms

Power Amplifier Section

Gain +31dB

Nominal Output Power 2x45W(@8ohm); 2x65W (@ 4ohm)

Frequency Response (ref. 1kHz) 20Hz-20KHz (± 0.5dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 108dB (ref. 45W, A-weighted)

Crosstalk @1K >80dB (ref.1W)

Standby Power Consumption