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Antique Sound Lab MGsi 15 DT

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This is the case of one of those sleeper products. The point-to-point wired li'l integrated, producing 15 watts in pentode or 5, count 'em FIVE watts, in triode, is one of those audiophile products that ought to receive cult, must-own status. Serisously. At the current retail of just south of 9 c-notes American, this amp is more than a bargain. At about 5 bills on the used market, this thing is a no-brainer. Get the amp. Here's why:

1. The SET sound will, most likely, impress all--even the ss guys. This thing resolves better then my VTL 2.5/Rogue 88 combo.

2. Throws a HUGE soundstage.

3. Makes female vocals sound priceless--it's why we listen to music.

4. It's the real deal audiophile thing.

I am, of course, operating on the assumption that tubes sound pretty nice.

5. The cost to retube, compared to other tube integrateds, is minimal: about $75.00. Come on! How bad can tubes be in this context? If you are on the fence, this is your amp!

I recently have replaced my separates with this li'l guy, and I am not looking back. I can live with this for a while, and, in real terms, it has saved me about $1,500 in the gear exchange.

Oh, my speakers are 90db efficiency, and I often listen in the 5 watt triode mode.

I cannot recommend this amp enough. It is the ONLY thing that I have owned, sold, and owned AGAIN. And I've owned a lot of gear.

Please email me for more impressions.

Also, remember why you're in this hobby: you LOVE music!
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I realize also that this is an old post, but felt compelled to express that this tube amp is actually a true bargain. To name a few amps that Ive owned, Bat VK60, Manley Snappers, also the Stingray, Wavac MD811.... the ASL MG-SI 15 DT never ceased to amaze and has no right to sound the way it does given its retail price which is a fraction of the amps mentioned above. 

Sweet, involving, warmish sound, and a hefty little bugger for its size. Aesthetically pleasing, with impressive fit and finish. I'm using it in triode mode (5 watts) with my Omega Super 3XRS, and quite pleased with the sonics.

Always at ease every time I sit down for a listen and look forward for the next listening session. The MG-SI 15 DT from ASL gets gets my highest recommendation!
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