Bladelius Ymer power amp - any experiences..???

Hi Neil,

Given big price difference (in terms of brand new purchase, Ymer + Saga combo should costs approx. as one single block Evo-600), I'd say Bladelius may be the smarter choice... assuming you're not a cost-no-object boat saylor...

It depends on speakers and room size as well. BTW, Krell Evos will demand appropriate level of preamp, which would likely rise the price difference up to 3:1. Too much...

BTW, it also depends on your destination. For Europian buyers nowadays (weak euro, at 1,21 or so), Krell is even more costly. In USA, things may look better for Krell option.

Hi,
Would anyone here have compared the Viola Cadenza/Symphony with the Bladelius Saga/Ymer?
Thanks.

Hi many thanks for speedy reply I have bought the Bladelius Saga pre amp and Ymer power amp it was just to good a deal to miss at 45% of retail price it's ex demo and in mint condition.

Best regards Neil

Great! Congratulations Neil, this sounds like a no-brainer purchase... Saga plus Ymer for, I guess, well below 10000Eu.

It could be great if you share with us some impressions soundwise.

Thanx in advance

Many years ago I chose an Advantage (Bladelius) S250 over the Krell that I compared it with. All driven with BAT pre-amps. It was an excellent power amp which I subsequently upgraded to Bladelius Grendel and finally Bladelius Ymer. Each was a substantial improvement over its predecessor, particularly the Ymer. With over 4kw of power available the way it can grip and control a speaker is awesome. Bass has incredible  drive and speed. At the same time it has a delicate touch, retaining texture and intimacy that can bring music alive in a very natural way. I hope that you enjoyed yours Neil!
I am very surprised that Bladelius has not marketed their products more strongly outside Sweden, so I'm afraid the Ymer is rarely available on the second hand market.