Boulder 850 monos


Hi guys,

Has anyone heard or have experience with these monoblocks? I would be pairing them with a mcintosh c2300 pre.

I would be interested in any comments - particularly in relation to sonic signature, reliability, build quality.

Thanks
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Showing 1 response by skreich

I auditioned them a few years ago and was very underwhelmed. They were dull and lifeless, with less bass than the 50WPC Nagra tube amps I was using. I have been surprised by their positive reviews in the major stereo magazines. I've heard a lot of the big Boulders, and these did not share their sonic signature at all, in my opinion. I imagine that build quality and reliability are first rate.

I could not find anything I'd give up my Nagras for until I listened to a BAT VK-600SE.