Musical Fidelity M3i Amp Upgrade

Almost any Hi-Fi component can be upgraded to higher performance using our techniques and components. The two things go together – the know-how and the right component. Over the last 30 years, we have developed our knowledge of where the biggest problems lie and how to overcome them to unleash better performance from a given piece of equipment.






Launched in 2011 as there all new entry level integrated amplifier, the M3i features a Class A preamp stage with its own, independent power supply, coupled with a discrete pair of class A/B power amps. In effect, this means the M3i offers the performance benefits of a pre/power configuration with the compact convenience of a one-box design.




This provides a great platform to upgrade! Our upgrades build on the strengths of the amplifier. Everything you love about the sound remains – it just gets so much better.


Internal signal wiring is taking care of, using a combination of Kimber copper and silver wire. For the power, we’ve used PowerKord-100 to connect from the power input section to the on/off switch section which is connected to the transformer.





For the signal wire, we've used a mixture of Kimber GQ (Gyro-quadratic) 4 core cable, PBJ, single wire TCX and pure silver, single strand AgSS. If you would prefer copper in place of the silver wiring, then there will be a price reduction. Contact us for details.







For the majority of the capacitor changes, we use Russ's favoured Panasonic Audio Grade caps. Where possible, we will endeavour to use the superb Kimber Kaps.

48 component upgrades/changes are made across the power supply, pre-amp and power amp and system control PCB. Upgrades include Kimber Kap capacitors and Russ's favoured audio grade Panasonic capacitors which give a smooth and detailed sound. The amplifier is completely disassembled to gain access to key areas of upgrade.






To clean up and give the power supply an upgrade SuperFuses™, Silencer™ mains filter, ClarityMains™ conditioner are fitted. Wiring was taken care of using PowerKord-100™.




If you don't have exactly the same model as listed above, but a very similar unit, then it's highly likely that the same or similar upgrades will apply. But we can't guarantee that until we have the unit here for inspection. Get in touch and let us know what you have.


Equipment upgrades are proving hugely popular. During peak times there may be a wait of several weeks before we can carry out the upgrade. So before we get your equipment here, it must be booked in so we can ensure a speedy turnaround of the upgrade. Once you have placed your order, we will contact you to arrange a suitable week and getting the equipment here.

In Person
For those of you who are local enough or if you fancy a trip to the lakes, you can drop off your equipment personally and then collect it when it’s complete or we can ship it back to you.

By Courier
We can arrange a courier collection of your equipment for an additional cost. We currently use UPS.
To make things easier, we can offer several collection options.

1. We can arrange a specific day for the courier to call and collect your equipment. Someone will need to be available all day at the collection address as we’re unable to arrange a time slot for collections.

2. Dropping off at a UPS Access Point. UPS use a network of local shops to deliver and collect parcels from and to. We can either post you a collection label or email you the label (you will need to print the label at home/work). Securely box up your equipment, affix the collection label to the outside of the box and take it to your preferred Access Point where you will be issued a receipt. UPS Access Points can be found here (link opens in a new window), simply enter your postcode to find your nearest one.

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Please note this is an upgrade modification, it does not include the Musical Fidelity amplifier.