integrated amplifier

Five (5) watts per channel in Class A Triode model (10 watts per channel KT-88's), integrated stereo amplifier, three (3) switched RCA stereo inputs per channel, sub woofer outputs one for each channel.

Vacuum tubes in each channel consist of one (1) 12AX7A (dual triode) for the input gain and for the driver stage, and two (2) 6L6GC output power tubes. Filaments of the 12AX7A stages are direct heated with filtered and regulated 12 VDC for lower noise performance.

The first section of 12AX7A provides the low level preamp gain stage, and the second section provides the phase inverter and differential driver stage. Both sections of the 12AX7A are operating in Class A with minimal feedback.

The 6L6GC output tubes are configured as triodes and operate in a Class A push-pull configuration.

Frequency response at full-rated output power is from 17 Hz to 23 kHz with less than two percent total harmonic distortion.

Circuit Type	Class A triode push-pull amplifier, Auto-Bias Triode mode operation
Power Output	5 Watts per channel into 8 ohm load
Line Inputs	3 selectable inputs per channel - RCA single-ended (gold plated)
Sub Woofer Outputs	Sub woofer Out - RCA single-ended - one for each channel (gold-plated)
Headphone Output	4 - 300 ohm compatible - 1/4" diameter, 3 circuit jack
Noise and Hum	-80 dB below rated output
Input Impedance	100K - RCA Unbalanced
Frequency Response	17 Hz - 25 KHz flat @ 1 watt
Tubes	2 ea - 12AX7A input gain stage/driver stage 4 ea - 6L6GC output tubes
Speaker Posts	5 way binding, gold-plated copper
Tube Sockets	Ceramic w/ silver pins
Power Transformer	High Efficiency Toroidal for both High Voltage and Low Voltage requirements
Output Transformer(s)	Custom laminate, 15 watt rating
Resistors	1% Precision Metal Film
Capacitors	Polystyrene, Film and Foil
Power Supply Capacitors	7 x 100 Micro Farad @450VDC (Low Impedance Electrolytic), 2 x 0.22 Micro Farad @600VDC (Polystyrene Kimber Kaps)
Wiring	Printed circuit board and custom point to cabling (all low level signal cables are shielded coaxial)
AC Cord	3 Conductor Shielded, Detachable
AC Power Requirements	117/234 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
Consumption	80 watts idle, 85 Watts Full Power Output
Warm-Up Time	3 Minutes
Break-In Time	100 hours of playing time
Finish	Black Powder Coat Gloss and Matte, silver anodized aluminum faceplate standard (black optional)
Weight	16.5 lbs
Dimensions	5 7/8" H x 11" W x 13" D

Owner's Manual

Xciter Catalog Sheet

Review - Home Theater Review

Review - Drew Baird

Review - Danny B Audio Asylum

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	This new school integrated power amplifier was conceived to be a small desktop integrated unit, and designed to please the discerning headphone fanatic and the high-end audiophile alike. In the Cary tradition, it features a gorgeous cabinet, and has a subtle touch of translucent blue LED back lighting to complement the natural beauty of the vacuum tubes.
	Jerry Del Colliano Home Theater Review

The Xciter integrated amplifier was designed as a compact audio system with Cary’s legendary performance and quality. The Xciter is a Class A triode amplifier that can be used with headphones or speakers, providing outstanding fidelity in a handsome desktop system. Xciter’s auto-bias feature allows tube rollers to run 6L6, EL34, 5881, and KT88 tubes without any adjustment. Using old world triode technology and the latest circuit designs and components, your music never sounded so good. And when paired with the Xciter DAC, you can truly have the best of both worlds.