Burson Audio Soloist Voyager
Combining Class-A drive with a rich, full-bodied presentation, the Soloist Voyager makes demanding planars feel vividly alive. The Ear found exceptional slam, depth and subtle detail, while Z Reviews heard wider, warmer scale from familiar headphones. Extensive analogue connectivity and a powerful preamp stage complete a compelling flagship for listeners who prize impact, texture and musical density.
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Sound Quality
93/100
Build Quality
80/100
Features Usability
90/100
Value for Money
88/100
Pros
Exceptional dynamic slam, bass weight and tonal texture, especially with demanding planar headphones such as the HIFIMAN Susvara.
Warm, rich, full-bodied voicing adds scale and emotional engagement while retaining strong textural detail.
Powerful, clean amplification drives difficult headphones including the Susvara and Tungsten with authority.
Cons
Runs very hot in use, demanding clear placement and ventilation.
Treble air and soundstage cues are less spotlighted than with some high-end rivals, and deep bass can trade some grip for power.
No display-off option or headphone balance adjustment; it also lacks a native 4.4mm balanced output.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 93/100
Reviewers describe a distinctly warm, full-bodied and unusually expressive solid-state presentation, backed by exceptional slam and the ability to make demanding planar headphones sound effortless. Its treble and staging are well resolved rather than overtly spotlighted, while one review notes slightly less low-bass grip and control than the very best alternatives.
Transparency Resolution
91/100
The Ear found subtle-detail retrieval to be “right up there with the best,” with strong textural information across most of the band. Top-end detail and soundstage are present, though the presentation places less emphasis on them than some high-end rivals.
Tonal Balance Musicality
94/100
Both reviews point to a warm, rich and full presentation rather than a coolly analytical one. Z Reviews particularly praised its ability to make headphones such as the Tungsten sound clean and linear while also bigger, warmer and more emotionally involving.
Dynamics
96/100
Dynamic expression is a major strength: The Ear calls its performance a “master-class,” citing startling slam, energy, depth and power. With the Susvara it delivered ample weight, impact and tonal texture, and reviewers consistently portray it as highly authoritative.
Noise Floor
88/100
The Ear says the stated 116 dB noise floor is not class-leading, but found it quiet enough to reveal very fine detail. There is no report of audible hiss or hum in the supplied reviews, although sensitive-IEM performance is not directly discussed.
Headphone Compatibility
94/100
The Voyager’s 0.5-ohm output impedance and substantial balanced power are supported by strong real-world results with difficult planars. The Ear reports an emphatic response from the HIFIMAN Susvara, while Z Reviews praises its clean, powerful pairing with the Tungsten; neither review meaningfully evaluates sensitive IEM use.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
80/100
The supplied reviews say little about chassis construction, controls, connectors or long-term durability. Z Reviews does note substantial operating heat, but does not identify a construction fault or reliability concern.
Features Usability
90/100
The Voyager offers substantial system flexibility, including dual XLR and dual RCA inputs, microphone bypass, balanced and single-ended headphone outputs, balanced and RCA pre-outs, a subwoofer output, and remote control. It is an analogue amplifier rather than an integrated DAC/streamer, but its connectivity suits a broad range of desktop and speaker-plus-headphone systems.
Value for Money
88/100
At $3,499, this is a premium-priced amplifier, but The Ear considers its audible gains over the Soloist 3XGT significant enough to justify the higher price. The review frames its character and high-power performance as a meaningfully different proposition rather than a marginal update.
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Specifications
- Input impedance
- 38 KOhms
- Frequency response
- ± 1 dB 0 – 48Khz
- THD
- <0.0015%
- Output impedance (Headphone Amp)
- 0.5 Ohm
- Output impedance (Pre Out )
- 25 Ohm
- Inputs
- 2 x XLR2 x RCA1 x Mic Bypass
- Outputs
- 1 x XLR Preamp1 x RCA Preamp1 x RCA Subwoofer Output1 x XLR Headphone Jack1 X SE Headphone Jack
- Impedance (Headphone Jack)
- 16 Ohm 32 Ohm 100 Ohm 150 Ohm 300 Ohm
- Power XLR / SE
- 10 / 5W 8 / 4W 3.8 / 1.9W 1.3W / 0.65W 0.64 / 0.32W
- Signal to Noise Ratio
- 116db 111db 110db 110db 109db
- Separation
- 99% 99% 99% 99% 99.50%
- Weight
- App. 7 kg (15.5Pounds)
- Dimensions
- 265 x 270 x 85 mm (10.2 x 10.6 x 3.3 inches)
- Package Content
- Soloist Voyager (V-220) Remote Control With SP02 power modules installed Standard / Deluxe - 24V5A PSU / Super Charger 5A Standard / Deluxe - V6 Vivid / V7 Vivid Pro Audio Opamps Regional Power Cable
Manufacturer's Description — Burson Audio
Pure Class-A Power. Dual Mono Precision. Designed to Inspire.
The Soloist Voyager is Burson’s flagship headphone amp and preamp — delivering 10W of pure Class-A power per channel. With dual mono design, Max Current Power Supply, and V7 discrete opamps, it drives any headphone with unmatched force and finesse.
20 Years of Sonic Mastery.
The Soloist Voyager features six V7 Vivid discrete opamps, built on 20 years of industry-leading innovation. These opamps deliver the dynamic, textured, and transparent sound that defines the Burson house sound — trusted by audiophiles worldwide.
Real Power. True Precision.
music is dynamicHeadphone impedance and sensitivity shift with every note, but the Soloist Voyager’s high output current ensures a linear, accurate response. Its 10W of pure Class-A power delivers sound that’s not just more powerful—but more precise and controlled than the competition.
Dual Mono. Zero Crosstalk. Infinite Soundstage.
The Soloist Voyager houses two fully independent amplifiers, each with its own power supply. This dual mono design eliminates crosstalk and interference, delivering a silent background and a massive, immersive soundstage
Silent Power. Stunning Clarity.
The Soloist Voyager’s second-gen Silent Power Regulators (SP2) deliver power that’s over 200x quieter than standard regulators, revealing your music with zero background noise and breathtaking detail.
Cool Case. Hot Design.
Our second-gen Cool Case smartly dissipates heat from 80W of idle current— no noise. Finished in copper gold and space grey, the Voyager looks as refined as it sounds.
Twin MUSES72320. Precision You Can Hear.
The Soloist Voyager uses dual MUSES72320 chips with discrete buffers — one per channel — for perfect channel balance, superior stereo separation, and a -112dB dynamic range. Trusted by high-end brands, perfected by Burson.
Custom Listening Modes – Your Music, Your Way.
Whether you’re using headphones or speakers, the Voyager adapts:
- Hardware crossfeed for immersive headphone sound
- Stereo balance adjustment for precise speaker listening soundstage
- Headphone + Subwoofer mode for full-body impact in music, games, and movies
Fusion Core. Fuel the Voyage.
Upgrade your Soloist Voyager with the Fusion Core — a GaN-based power supply pushing up to 360W of ultra-low-noisehigh-current DC power. It redefines what the Voyager can achieve.
Take the Sonic Voyage
The Soloist Voyager is more than a headphone amp—it’s a reference-class experience. Rediscover your favorite music and explore new sonic worlds with power, precision, and beauty.
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