Mimas Integrated Amplifier
Best hybrid amplifier for audiophiles seeking high-end performance and system flexibility.
Experience superior audio with the Aesthetix Mimas Integrated Amplifier, designed to bridge the gap between high-end separates and everyday receivers. This hybrid amplifier combines a vacuum tube preamplifier with a powerful Class AB solid-state output stage for exceptional sound quality. Its design prioritizes ease of use, flexibility, and unwavering reliability, making it ideal for both demanding audio systems and home cinema setups. Enjoy precise control and robust performance engineered for discerning listeners.
$9950.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
421
/ 1719
#421 in Power Amplifiers
Price vs Category Average
+21%
Above average
Power Output
15082804
/ W per channel into ohms, W per channel into ohms
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking tube warmth with solid-state power and control
- Minimalists wanting a high-end, all-in-one system hub
- Owners of demanding, low-impedance loudspeakers
Who should skip it
- Listeners with limited rack space or poor ventilation
- Budget-conscious buyers wary of high-end component pricing
- Users preferring a maintenance-free, plug-and-play experience
Performance breakdown
Sonic Transparency
Zero-feedback design delivers an exceptionally natural and uncolored musical presentation.
Power Delivery
Robust output effortlessly drives demanding speakers with significant headroom to spare.
Volume Precision
The 88-step control offers granular adjustments for perfect listening levels.
Build Integrity
Heavy-duty construction ensures long-term reliability and minimal mechanical resonance.
System Versatility
Balanced inputs and optional expansion modules accommodate complex high-end audio setups.
User Accessibility
Lacks a remote control, prioritizing pure signal path over modern convenience.
Key Specs
Power Output
150W per channel into 8 ohms, 280W per channel into 4 ohms
Amplifier Class
Class AB, Tube
Dimensions
17 7/8" x 17 11/16" x 5 1/2" / 43.4 x 44.9 x 14 cm
Weight
44 lbs / 20 Kg
Frequency Response
4 - 150kHz at full power
Total Harmonic Distortion
<1% THD at full power
Input Impedance
20Kohms single-ended, 40Kohms balanced
Connectivity
5 line RCA or XLR (balanced) inputs
Features
- Hybrid design with tube preamp and solid-state power amp
- Fully differential and balanced amplification
- High-precision 88-step volume control
- Zero-feedback, discrete output stage
- Extensive, regulated power supply
- Tubes burned in for over 100 hours
- Optional modules for system expansion
- Designed for high-performance audio and home cinema
What customers say
The Aesthetix Mimas Integrated Amplifier earns high praise for its exceptional sound quality and versatile design. Owners consistently celebrate the sophisticated hybrid architecture, which blends warm tube preamplification with powerful solid state output. This combination delivers expansive soundstages, precise imaging, and remarkable detail retrieval, creating an engaging and effortless listening experience. Users appreciate the authority with which the Mimas drives demanding speakers. Furthermore, the modular options for DAC and phono stages add significant flexibility and future proofing. Despite the investment, many audiophiles feel the performance rivals more expensive separates, establishing the Mimas as a benchmark component offering superb value and robust build quality.
Know before you buy
The hybrid design combines the warmth and musicality of a vacuum tube preamplifier with the power, speed, and efficiency of a solid-state Class AB output stage. This gives you the best of both worlds: the rich, organic sound associated with tubes and the robust control needed to drive demanding speakers.
No, the Mimas is a dedicated integrated amplifier and does not include an internal digital-to-analog converter or phono stage. However, it is designed with optional expansion modules, allowing you to add these features later if your system requirements change.
With 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 280 watts into 4 ohms, the Mimas is capable of driving most high-performance speakers with ease. Its zero-feedback, discrete output stage ensures it maintains control and clarity even during complex musical passages.
The Mimas features a high-precision 88-step volume control. This allows for extremely fine adjustments, ensuring you can find the perfect listening level with consistent channel balance across the entire range.
Yes, the tubes are accessible, though they come pre-burned in for over 100 hours from the factory to ensure stability and performance right out of the box. As with any tube-based component, you should consult the manual or a professional technician when it is time to replace them.
Yes, the Mimas is designed for both high-performance audio and home cinema integration. Its flexible input configuration and robust power delivery make it an excellent choice for powering the main left and right channels in a high-end surround sound system.
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