The Norse Audio System redefines high-fidelity audio with its flexibility, performance, and simplicity. Crafted for audiophiles and music enthusiasts, this modular system delivers exceptional sound quality at an accessible price. The Norse ecosystem includes:
- X1 Power Amplifier
- X2 Pre-Amplifier (upcoming release)
- X5 Power Supply
Each component is engineered to integrate seamlessly, allowing you to customize your setup to match your listening preferences, room acoustics, and future upgrades. Whether you’re a casual listener or a dedicated audiophile, the Norse system offers a tailored audio experience.
Built with machined, non-magnetic materials, the chassis minimizes electromagnetic interference for superior sound quality. The design also reduces vibration impact, ensuring robust, stable performance.
Key Features of the Norse System
X1 Power Amplifier
The X1 Power Amplifier is the heart of the system, delivering unmatched versatility. A rear-panel toggle switch lets you effortlessly switch between stereo and mono modes, making it easy to start with a single stereo amplifier and upgrade to a dual-mono setup.
The X1 also features an adjustable bias toggle with two modes:
- Normal Bias: Increases Class A operation for a warmer, richer sound with exceptional linearity
- Low Bias: Prioritizes efficiency while maintaining high-quality audio, ideal for extended use or less demanding applications.
Simpler is better
X1 uses a single voltage amplifier stage for the shortest signal path possible. It employs a fully balanced design without ground reference, paired with a high-performance DC servo operating outside the signal path. The input stage features hand-matched, current-loaded JFETs in a foldback cascade arrangement, ensuring linear performance at any output level. Combined with current feedback technology, the X1 delivers fast, stable, and dynamic sound.
X1 Specifications:
- Stereo Mode:
- 50W per channel @ 8 Ohms
- 100W per channel @ 4 Ohms
- Mono Mode:
- 200W @ 8 Ohms
- 390W @ 4 Ohms
This robust power output drives a wide range of loudspeakers, from compact bookshelf models to demanding floorstanders, with precision and control.
X5 Power Supply
The backbone of the Norse system. It delivers clean, stable power to up to two X1 Power Amplifiers and one X2 Pre-Amplifier. Adjustable power settings let you optimize performance for your setup:
- Stereo Mode:
- 25–50W @ 8 Ohms
- 40–100W @ 4 Ohms
- Mono Mode:
- 100–200W @ 8 Ohms
- 200–390W @ 4 Ohms
Even at lower power settings, the X1 maintains authoritative sound, ensuring clarity and impact for any speaker or room size. The X5 features:
- 2 power outputs for X1 Power Amplifiers
- 1 dedicated output for the X2 Pre-Amplifier
- Adjustable power settings for precise control
This ensures noise-free operation and pristine audio reproduction across diverse listening conditions.
X2 Pre-Amplifier (Coming Soon)
The upcoming X2 Pre-Amplifier completes the Norse ecosystem, serving as the control hub. Designed with the same simplicity and sonic excellence, X2 offers seamless integration with the X1 and X5, featuring an intuitive interface and high-quality signal processing to preserve every nuance of your music.
