About The Cyrus PSX-R2 Power Supply
Recognised by thirty years of awards and accolades, Cyrus consistently pushes the boundaries of audio technology. They're tirelessly working towards the ultimate hi-fi system, which will reproduce the sound and feeling of a live performance without any interference or loss of detail.
PSX-R2 provides an extremely smooth and stable DC feed allowing any partnered component to achieve its full potential. Perceive new levels of fine detail with the PSX-R2 as it allows you to comprehend subtle emotional nuances that expose the performer's emotion and passion. These elements are always captured in the recording but unresolved until the system is able to discern a higher level of detail. A stable, strong and separated power supply can provide huge sound quality benefits for a hi-fi system.
Redesigning a Classic: The PSX-R2 is based on a design that has been in the Cyrus family for over 30 years. The latest improvements bring power supply filtering from the Anniversary system, culminating in the new v2 edition.
Instant Upgradability: The PSX-R2 provides an instant sonic improvement to any compatible product. The benefits of a separate, isolated and highly regulated power supply allow internal electronics to upgrade their sonic performance.
Intelligent Connectivity: No modifications are required when connecting a PSX-R2 to partnering equipment. Both units intelligently adjust output and input parameters to suit. Simply power off both units, connect and power on; internal circuitry detects the connection and re-adjusts perfectly.
300VA Toroidal: A 300va toroidal transformer with an enormous current delivery capability, forms the front end of the PSX-R2. The 30,000 microfarad slit foil reservoir capacitors ensure that very low ESR and wide bandwidth are presented to the linear mode regulator stage that follows.
Unique Cyrus Design & Quality: For some decades now, Cyrus products have been instantly recognisable by their half-size case design. This not only makes them look more compact and attractive than other hi-fi separates but is practical, too; two units can be placed side by side without taking up any more width than a conventional hi-fi separate. Just as recognisable is the high quality, die-cast casing. A feature of Cyrus products since the late '80s, this very high quality casing not only looks great but has important sonic benefits, too. In mechanical terms, the dense casing provides a non-resonant nature, minimising microphonic effects. The non-ferrous composition also provides superior shielding against various electrical interference, such as RF disturbance.
Die-Cast Aluminium Chassis: All Cyrus components are manufactured in an advanced die-cast aluminium chassis and this hand finished casework is an integral part of the products' sound. It's not just about good looks; the chassis composition is specifically designed to create an electronically shielded and mechanically vibration-free environment for the sensitive audio circuits which are hung inside the inverted chassis, avoiding unwanted electric currents and secondary magnetic fields so the sound you hear is the very best that it can be.
Our Take
External power supplies aren't exactly new and there have been other companies that use them extensively though we're not ones to name drop. Cyrus is a little unusual in the way it implements their external power supplies. As opposed to the plethora of PSU's other brands offer, virtually a different one for every product, Cyrus only have two. One for the more upmarket XR range and this one, the PSX-R2, which matches the Classic series. And that's it. If you want to increase the performance of a Cyrus Classic series product just buy a PSX-R2 and plug it in. Job done. So simple and so effective. Be careful though, once you've tried it, you might like it so much you just have to get one for all your components. You have been warned.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: External Power Supply for Cyrus Classic series products
- Highly Regulated 300VA Toroidal Transformer
- The PSX-R2 is compatible for connection to any Cyrus product equipped with a 5 pin socket marked PSX-R
- Intelligent Self-Set-Up
- Output Voltage
- Stereo Power & Integrated Amplifiers: ±35.5 VDC
- Mono-Bloc Power & Other Amplifiers: ±18-30 VDC
- Low Power Applications: ±21 VDC
- Included Accessories: AC Mains Cable, Ferrite Clamp
- Construction: Die-Cast Aluminium Chassis
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade to an IsoTek Power Cable for better performance
- Finish: Black
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 215 x 73 x 360mm
- Weight: 7 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 3 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.