Aiyima T8vsSingxer SA-1 V2
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Aiyima T8 and Singxer SA-1 V2 — two popular preamps in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Aiyima T8
Singxer SA-1 V2
Tubes
6N3 (Replaceable)
—
Dac
ESS9018K2M
—
Inputs
Optical, USB, Coax, RCA, Bluetooth
XLR, RCA
Outputs
RCA (Pre-out), 6.35mm Headphone
XLR Pre-out, RCA Pre-out, Balanced Headphone
Features
Remote Control, OLED Display
Gain Switch (Low/High), Output Impedance Switch (Z)
Class
—
A
Topology
—
Fully Balanced Discrete
Remote Control
✓
✗
Tube Stage
✓
✗
Phono Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✓
Price (estimated)
Price
~$80
~$599
Difference
~$519.00 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.
Singxer SA-1 V2
- ⚠No remote control (major downside for living room use).
- ⚠Gain switches are located on the bottom of the unit.
- ⚠Volume knob is analog; slight channel imbalance possible at very lowest levels (first 5%).
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