Mission 778X Integrated Amplifier (Black)

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This is based around the ES9018K2M chipset from the Sabre32 Reference family, enabling the amp to benefit from ESS Technology’s 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. Mission is promoting two package deals that combine the 778X with popular standmount models from its range, forming great-value, high-quality audio systems. Against this, the headphone socket isn’t as sublimely talented but it’s more than up to the job of a spot of late night listening from time to time. Crisply defined detail reveals the character of voices and instruments, impressive dynamic range conveys natural impact, and the amp’s transient ability keeps feet tapping with rhythmic music. The new 778X has much in common with the original, a compact, half-width design that delivers a sound that belies its diminutive footprint.

Unlike Audiolab designs, there is no MQA support but… in the current climate, I am not sure how critical that’s going to be. Credit is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a division of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. As noted, this JFET based design has appeared in the Leak and some Audiolab models and it’s a fine vehicle to enjoy a turntable through.

The front of the amp sports a pair of smooth-acting rotary controls –one for source selection, the other for volume –surrounded by white LEDs to show current settings. The only thing was, wished there was a way to keep the cubes uniform and still stick an amplifier inside the shelves. The digital board is impressively transparent in how it reproduces content from the Roon Nucleus or indeed the Oppo connected up via OTG cable and playing the same Qobuz files. Thus, the Mission 778X is a revisit of a classic Mission amplifier concept that was the Mission 778 – an affordable integrated amplifier that offered simplicity in operation but over-performed in the driving of loudspeakers. With our commitment to competitive pricing, you can rest assured that you’re getting the best deal possible on top-of-the-line audio and home cinema equipment.

Discover the Mission 778x Integrated Amplifier, offering an impressive array of connectivity options for precise and refined audio quality. That ‘by and large’ is important though because while the lettering on the front panel is pretty subtle, the rather larger ‘Mission’ script on the top of the 778X isn’t. Excellent amp for your money I recently upgraded my starter turntable (which had served me well for 2 years) to a Rega Planar 2, and needed a Phono stage to pair it with. Designed for easy placement in any HiFi cabinet, the Mission 778x boasts a compact and dependable design that adds a stylish touch to home decor. With the advent of the digital age, Mission has been able to keep up thanks to the DAC used on the 778X which is harnessed from the Sabre32 family to deliver high-resolution sound with excellent dynamic range without distortion.

Enjoying Penguin Café’s Rain After Seven on the Mission, straight after listening to it on rather more expensive gear isn’t a jarring experience; the 778X captures the gorgeous soundscapes in a way that draws you in and has you wanting to keep listening. We reserve the right to refuse installation should our engineers think that the existing electrical or plumbing points are unsafe and in need of maintenance or if they are unable to install to existing furniture. There was also, somewhat improbably, a tonearm as well which I am assured by some of my… experienced… colleagues was rather good too. Part exchange is a great way to get the latest in audio and home cinema technology without breaking the bank. Mission says the 778X is an ideal amp to partner with a wide range of speakers and the company is currently promoting two package deals that combine the 778X with popular standmounts from its range.