Mission 778X – Compact Power Meets Modern Connectivity The Mission 778X marks the brand’s return to amplification after four decades. Echoing the simplicity and charm of the original 1980s design, this integrated amp is elegantly compact yet brimming with modern audio capabilities—ideal for vinyl enthusiasts, digital streamers, and anyone wanting performance without excess. Core Performance & Sound Quality Class AB Amplification – Delivers 45 W per channel into 8 Ω, rising to 65 W per channel into 4 Ω, offering ample punch in a refined package. ESS Sabre32 ES9018K2M DAC – Offers 32-bit conversion with HyperStream and jitter elimination. Supports PCM up to 384 kHz and DSD256, ensuring crisp, low-noise digital playback. Built-In MM Phono Stage – A low-noise, JFET-based circuit optimized for moving-magnet cartridges, delivering clean analog playback without requiring an external preamp. Balanced Sound Signature – Reviewers highlight its "even‑handed and unobtrusive presentation," with controlled dynamics, engaging midrange, and fine resolution. Connectivity & Controls Analog Inputs – Features two RCA line inputs plus a moving-magnet phono input, perfect for vinyl integration. Digital Inputs & Bluetooth – Offers one coaxial and two optical inputs, USB-B, and Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX/AAC) for seamless connectivity to modern digital sources. Preamp & Digital Outputs – Includes RCA pre-out, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs for system expansion and recording options. Front Panel Controls & Feedback – Features two large rotary knobs for volume and source selection, surrounded by LED rings to indicate settings along with a front-panel headphone jack. Design, Build & Practical Specs Compact Half-Width Chassis – A streamlined footprint ideal for compact setups, harkening back to Mission’s original 778 design. Robust Power Supply – Equipped with a 200 VA toroidal transformer and 30,000 µF of reservoirs for clean, stable power delivery. Quality Build – Aesthetic appeal meets durability in a chassis that feels sturdy and features precision controls and LED detail. Physical Specs – Measures 236 × 98 × 380.6 mm, weighs 6.3 kg, and is available in Black or Silver finishes.
