Burson Fusion Core Review by jjazzifi: It Refines It Further

jjazzifi has reviewed Burson’s flagship combination, the Soloist Voyager Max package with the Burson Fusion Core power supply, placed on the Mothership. The written review gives the Fusion Core its own section, comparing it with the Super Charger while powering the Soloist Voyager.

Super Charger vs Fusion Core

The reviewer spent extended time comparing the two power supplies on the Soloist Voyager. Both share the same goal of delivering ultra-clean power, but in the review the way they shape the music is “subtly, yet meaningfully, different”. With the Super Charger the Voyager already sounds “bold and full of life”.

What the Fusion Core adds

“Switching to the Fusion Core doesn’t change the character of the Voyager, it refines it further. Everything tightens up.”

• Bass becomes “more articulate, better controlled and slightly faster”
• The mids feel even more transparent, with subtle textures coming forward with more clarity
• The treble stays relaxed and natural, with improved extension and air, “not some artificial shimmer, but real openness”
• Imaging sharpens, making the soundstage “not necessarily wider, but better defined and more three-dimensional”

What surprised the reviewer most was that it was not a dramatic shift in tonality: “With the Fusion Core, the Voyager sounded more composed, confident and effortless.”

An honest note

One thing the reviewer finds a bit unfortunate is the placement of the Fusion Core’s front connector. Had it been at the back, the design would have looked sleeker. It is also listed among the cons, while “Beautiful design (Voyager & Fusion core)” is listed among the pros.

Verdict

The advice to owners of the Soloist Voyager, 3XR GT or GT4 is “to at least give the Fusion Core a listen, there’s a good chance you’ll want to keep it in place.”

Read the original review on jjazzifi.com, which also covers the Soloist Voyager in full.

Discover the full features and specifications on the Burson Fusion Core product page.