{"product_id":"grandioso-c1x-solo-linestage-preamplifier","title":"Grandioso-C1X Solo Linestage Preamplifier","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-subtitle\"\u003eLinestage Preamplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"product-title\"\u003eGrandioso C1X solo\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eAll instruments start to breathe naturally\u003cbr\u003eand dynamically on a inky black background of silence.\u003cbr\u003eA gem of preamplifier created by the wisdom of Esoteric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-5\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important role of the preamplifier is to act as the command center of the audio system, drawing out the performance of each device that makes up the system to the highest level, and providing the listener with an exceptional listening experience that makes them forget the existence of audio system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe C1X is the flagship model of Esoteric’s preamplifiers. It bears the proud Esoteric trademark “Grandioso”. The Grandioso C1X is a reference standard for the next generation, featuring a carefully designed dual balanced circuit, a complete dual mono configuration, a powerful buffer amplifier and power supply circuit to drive the power amplifiers, and ES-Link Analog current transmission that challenges the limits of fidelity. It is a flagship preamplifier that incorporates all of Esoteric’s wisdom and numerous technological innovations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Grandioso C1X “solo” edition is housed in an integrated chassis without changing the internal circuit configuration of the original C1X, as well as its five independent power transformer configurations for each circuit block, achieving an elegant and beautiful size form factor while maintaining the C1X’s signature sound.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"col-sm-7\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso C1X solo\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/c1x_solo\/c1x_solo_angled_image.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"right\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6 col-md-offset-3 col-sm-8 col-sm-offset-2 col-xs-10 col-xs-offset-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"right\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grandioso C1X solo\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/www.esoteric.jp\/images\/products\/_esoteric\/c1x_solo\/c1x_solo_logo.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003e  * Grandioso (music): Grand or noble.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-9 col-md-offset-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block sub-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKey Features\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull dual monoblock configuration in a one-piece chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-balanced configuration with 4 circuits per channel for thorough low noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Ultra-Fidelity Attenuator System” with 1,120 steps @ 0.1dB intervals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscrete amplifier module “IDM-01”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 inputs and 2 outputs of ES-Link Analog, a unique and proprietary current transmission system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2,000V\/µs slew rate current transmission enhanced output buffer circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEsoteric-HCLD (High Current Line Driver)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 XLR outputs and 2 ES-Link Analog outputs for a multi-power amplifier system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 transformers: 4 large toroidal transformers for audio system and 1 R-core transformer for control system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput switching circuit with FET elements ensure great sound and long life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth feeling control knob with high precision ball bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain adjustment per input: ±18dB (0.1dB step), and L\/R balance adjustment: ±6dB (0.1dB step)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAV-thru function that allows the coexistence of AV surround and pure 2-channel (selectable input terminals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEditable source device names on the readout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious functions such as dimmer function, mute function, automatic display off setting, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge volume font for better visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-232C terminal for external control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC trigger input\/output for system power on\/off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-face remote control to operate Esoteric source devices (RC-1334)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Esoteric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54655696666961,"sku":null,"price":26000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/solo.png?v=1787348429","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/grandioso-c1x-solo-linestage-preamplifier","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}