Emotiva BASX PT-2

Emotiva BasX PT‑2 – All‑in‑One Preamp, DAC, Phono, Tuner & More

The Emotiva BasX PT‑2 is a feature-rich, audiophile-centered preamplifier that brings together a phono stage, DAC, FM tuner, headphone amp, and flexible room control—all in one sleek, durable unit. It’s an excellent choice for music lovers seeking high performance, broad compatibility, and intuitive operation.

Key Features & Flexibility

• Extensive Input Options

  • 4 pairs of analog RCA line-level inputs

  • Dedicated phono stage with support for Moving Magnet (MM) and Moving Coil (MC) cartridges

  • Home Theater Bypass input for seamless integration into AV setups

  • High-resolution digital inputs: 1 coaxial (24/192), 2 optical (Toslink 24/192), USB (24/192), and built-in Bluetooth 5 with AptX, AptX HD, and AAC support 

• Versatile Outputs

  • Main stereo line-level outputs, configurable with active analog bass management (12 dB/oct Linkwitz‑Riley filters; cutoff adjustable between 40–200 Hz)

  • Summed subwoofer output, also with adjustable low-pass capability

  • High-performance stereo headphone output capable of driving headphones from 8 Ω to 600 Ω 

• Analog Domain Processing
  Maintains a purely analog signal path for volume, tone, and input switching, preserving audio purity. Digital signals are managed separately via a high-quality Analog Devices AD1955 DAC 

• FM Tuner with Remote Operation
  Built-in FM tuner includes 15 presets and Mono mode for better reception of weak stations, all controllable from the remote 

Audio Performance Highlights

• Line-Level (Analog)

  • Max output: 4 V RMS

  • Frequency response: 5 Hz–50 kHz ±0.04 dB

  • THD+Noise: < 0.001% A-weighted

  • IMD (SMPTE): < 0.004%

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 120 dB

  • Channel crosstalk: < 90 dB 

• Phono Performance

  • Frequency response (MM/MC): 20 Hz–20 kHz, standard RIAA curve

  • THD+Noise: < 0.015% (MM), < 0.06% (MC)

  • S/N Ratio: > 78 dB (MM), > 58 dB (MC)

  • Gain: 44 dB (MM); 55 dB (MC)

  • Load Impedance: 47 kΩ (MM); 47 Ω or 100 Ω (MC) 

• Headphone Playback

  • Output varies based on impedance—from 23 mW/channel (8 Ω) to 145 mW/channel (150 Ω) 

• Digital Domain Specs

  • Frequency response: 5 Hz–20 kHz (±0.15 dB @ 44 k) and 5 Hz–80 kHz (±0.25 dB @ 192 k)

  • THD+Noise: < 0.003% A-weighted

  • IMD (SMPTE): < 0.007%

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 110 dB 

Build, Controls & Reliability

• Robust Construction
  Housed in a heavy 2RU steel chassis with milled aluminum front panel and precision components for long-term durability 

• Universal Power Supply
  Auto-switching 100–240 VAC SMPS ensures global compatibility 

• Intuitive Interface
  Features a bright blue VFD display (dimmable), large multi-function volume/tuning knob with illuminated crescent light, bass/treble and balance controls, remote control included, and memory for separate headphone and line-out volume levels