January 2025
MUTEC REF10 SE120 impresses in The Ear review
The renowned HiFi blog The Ear has thoroughly tested the MUTEC REF10 SE120, our audiophile 10 MHz reference clock generator, and reached an impressive conclusion.
For high‑end audio standards, this masterfully designed product delivers impressive performance and pushes the boundaries of precise time synchronization.
- The Ear, January 2025
The SE120 demonstrated significant sonic improvements even in a minimalist test setup, once again proving that precise clocking is the key to exceptional sound quality.
Technological advantage through precision
The REF10 SE120 is an optimized version of our successful reference clock generator REF10, which has been regarded as a benchmark in high‑end audio since 2017. At its core lies a carefully selected, oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) that further enhances signal quality with a phase noise rating of -120 dBc @ 1 Hz and extremely low jitter.
This level of precision forms the foundation for a noticeable improvement in transparency, dynamics, and spatial imaging. Even the most demanding audio systems benefit from this sonic enhancement, taking digital music reproduction to an entirely new level.
Listening test results that convince
During the listening test, the reviewers at The Ear found that the MUTEC REF10 SE120 brought significantly greater detail and naturalness to the connected devices. Particularly impressive: as soon as the clock was removed, the difference was immediately noticeable. The reviewers agreed - the REF10 SE120 deserves a permanent place in any demanding audio system.
The REF10 SE120 demonstrated its sonic benefits impressively.
- The Ear
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With the REF10 SE120, MUTEC delivers an innovative solution that maximizes the potential of modern HiFi systems. The review highlights the unique value of our reference clock - an investment that pays off for both audiophiles and professional users alike.
Read the full test report.
Learn more about our audiophile 10 MHz reference clock generator: MUTEC REF10 SE120.