Aesthetix Dione

INSPIRED BY THE BEST
Aesthetix has introduced the Dione two-channel hybrid power amplifier featuring zero feedback and differential balanced-bridged outputs. The hybrid design draws inspiration from award-winning Atlas power amplifier and Mimas integrated amplifier. Dione offers a bipolar output stage, bipolar driver stage, fet input stage and a vacuum tube gain stage.

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
The optional discrete internal crossover module allows separate crossover inputs. All inputs have both single-ended and balanced jacks. The low-flux transformer is custom-wound in-house and supplies high and low current power to all individual discrete regulation circuits throughout the Dione. A stainless steel transformer cover prevents magnetic fields from interacting with sensitive audio circuits.

HIGHEST QUALITY DETAILS
The vacuum tube voltage gain stage uses Roederstein MK4 plate load resistors, high-grade polypropylene film coupling capacitors from Reliable Capacitor, and silver/ceramic tube sockets. All XLR connectors are Neutrik. Dione’s stunning machined aluminum casework echos the beautiful lines and proportions of Mimas and Pallene.

DIONE SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output: 180W into 8 ohms, 280W into 4 ohms
Inputs: RCA and XLR (balanced)
Input Impedance: 100Kohms single-ended, 200Kohms balanced
Bandwidth at full power: 4 - 150kHz
Rated THD at full power: 1%
Tubes: One 6DJ8 / 6922 per channel

RS232: 1 DB9 connector
Trigger: 0-12V input using a 1/8" mono jack.
Options: High pass first-order crossover with 8 rear panel selectable crossover frequencies.
Standby Mode: Tubes are turned off but solid-state circuitry remains powered.

Dimensions: 17 7/8" x 17 11/16" x 5 1/2" / 43.4 x 44.9 x 14 cm
Weight: 41 lbs / 18.6 Kg
Shipping weight: 51 lbs / 23.1 Kg
Finish: black or silver
Warranty: 3 years, non-transferable