For all those considering the new Belles Aria Dual Mono integrated amplifier, I can say with confidence that it is a great integrated. I switched from an Odyssey Kismet power amplifier to the Belles Aria Dual Mono and I am blown away. It has a beefy power supply with dual power transformers and please tell me again that this is only 85wpc?!?! WOW! What can I say, it has killer dynamics, clarity, outstanding frequency extension, superb bass as well as very superb mids and upper freqs! It's worth the risk and sounds as powerful as my previous high power amplifiers. This thing is a keeper and definitely worth the extra $1000 upgrade from the standard Aria. I've owned everthing since 1974 and this amp is one of, if not, the most enjoyable integrated or separates I have owned! It's driving a pair of Spendor D7.2 loudspeakers, a match made in heaven. Absolutely worth a listen!
Belles Aria Signature and other Int Amp recommendation
While searching for an Integrated Amp to go with my new Ascend Acoustics Sierra Tower speakers that I ordered, one Int Amp pique my interest is the Belles Aria Signature. Although, not too much information on the Internet, but the few I did see seems to be all positive
One of the key things caught my attention is the use of MOSFET output devices, where both MOSFETs and vacuum tubes are both voltage controlled devices and their transfer functions are similar as well. My limited experience with MOSFETs impart a tube-like sound with the low-end grunt of amps using bi-polar transistors. If implements well, it is the best of both worlds, and I hope to get some inputs from people having more experience.
Meanwhile, I am also hope to have some recommendations on other SS Int Amps that is in the similar price range as Belles Aria Signature and see what I can do to arrange some audition.
TIA