Mission – 778X Integrated Amplifier (Black) **OPEN BOX**

Cohesive, Balanced, Unobtrusive: Mission 778X Integrated Amplifier Handles Digital and Analog Sources with Equal Capability, Outputs 45Wpc from a Half-Width Form Factor, Includes ESS Reference DAC

How much sonic goodness and modern versatility can a half-width integrated amplifier possibly deliver? In the case of the Mission 778X, plenty. Rated at 45Wpc into eight ohms, this 3.86 x 9.29 x 14.98-inch (HWD) all-rounder delivers engaging, detailed, and refined sound marked by open balance and a touch of warmth. You’ll relish the detail, timing, and dynamics. And you’ll love the fact 778X accommodates digital and analog sources, with its on-board MM phonostage based around a JFET circuit making vinyl playback a cinch. 

Designed to occupy a minimal footprint and stack with Mission’s 778CDT and 778S sibling components, 778X incorporates an ESS ES9018K2M Reference DAC  with 32-bit HyperStream architecture and Time Domain Jitter Eliminator to supply low-noise, broad-range portrayal digital files up to DSD256 and 384kHz PCM. A built-in Bluetooth receiver with the aptX and AAC codecs gives you wireless options from smart devices and PCs. And a dedicated headphone amplifier with high-speed output transition and a high slew rate welcomes you to connect your favorite ‘phones for personal listening.

Visually inspired by ’80s hi-fi, 778X further touts one coaxial, two Toslink, one USB, and two auxiliary inputs. One coaxial, Toslink, and RCA pre-out cover the outputs array. A remote control also comes standard. As does vetting by respected audiophile outlets such as What Hi-Fi?, AVForums, and A British Audiophile. 

Curious about 778X and how it pairs with the rest of the Mission 778 Series? Give us a call at 312-433-0200 and let’s talk. 

“It’s a handsome, well made amp that has a socket for pretty much any occasion and that sounds extremely good across all of them.”
—AVForums, Editor’s Choice

“[This] is a well-rounded product that deserves plenty of success. Retro appeal or not, the Mission 778X convinces.”
—What Hi-Fi?, five-star review