Aiyima T8vsMusician Monoceros
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Aiyima T8 and Musician Monoceros — two popular preamps in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Aiyima T8
Musician Monoceros
Tubes
6N3 (Replaceable)
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Dac
ESS9018K2M
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Inputs
Optical, USB, Coax, RCA, Bluetooth
2 × XLR, 1 × RCA
Outputs
RCA (Pre-out), 6.35mm Headphone
XLR, RCA
Features
Remote Control, OLED Display
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Topology
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Class A Discrete
Volume
—
R-2R Resistor Ladder (60 steps)
Weight
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7 kg
Remote Control
✓
✓
Tube Stage
✓
✗
Phono Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$80
~$1169
Difference
~$1089.00 cheaper (Aiyima T8)
Things to Know
Aiyima T8
- ⚠Headphone output output impedance is not specified but struggles with very low impedance IEMs.
- ⚠The tube is difficult to roll (change) due to the chassis design.
- ⚠RCA output level is slightly lower than standard 2V line level.
Musician Monoceros
- ⚠Volume relays make a clicking sound when adjusting level (normal for R2R but can be surprising).
- ⚠Runs warm due to Class A operation.
- ⚠Display is retro LED style which some find outdated compared to OLED.
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