Fosi Audio SK01vsMusician Monoceros
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Fosi Audio SK01 and Musician Monoceros — two popular preamps in the Chinese HiFi space.
Specifications
Spec
Fosi Audio SK01
Musician Monoceros
Tubes
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Topology
Solid State Op-Amp
Class A Discrete
Inputs
3.5mm Line In
2 × XLR, 1 × RCA
Outputs
3.5mm Line Out, 3.5mm/6.35mm Headphone
XLR, RCA
Features
Hardware Loudness Switch, 3-Band EQ, High/Low Gain
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Volume
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R-2R Resistor Ladder (60 steps)
Weight
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7 kg
Remote Control
✗
✓
Tube Stage
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✗
Phono Stage
✗
✗
Headphone Amp
✓
✗
Price (estimated)
Price
~$70
~$1169
Difference
~$1099.00 cheaper (Fosi Audio SK01)
Things to Know
Fosi Audio SK01
- ⚠Built-in battery is unnecessary for a desktop unit and will eventually degrade/fail.
- ⚠Input is limited to a single 3.5mm jack (no RCA inputs without adapter).
- ⚠Form factor is tall and narrow, making it easy to tip over when heavy cables are attached.
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- ⚠Display is retro LED style which some find outdated compared to OLED.
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