Experience with Simaudio Moon North amps


Does anyone have experience with moon north amps- the 761 or 861

particularly interested in mono mode

looking to match with Sonus Faber speakers, DCS dac  and Octave Audio Jubilee preamp

your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks.

kerrybh

Showing 3 responses by overthemoon

@kerrybh if 85 dBs is your typical listening level I believe the 791 will work extremely well for you.

Also consider the dimension of the amplifies - the 861 may not fit easily on your rack based on weight or dimensions.

 

I've only heard the 761 in stereo, two systems paired with the 791:

  • Sonus Faber Amanti
  • Wilson Watt Puppy

I have been impressed by the 761 - detail, finesse and dynamics.  Given the price difference between the 761 and 861 and the physical difference I would want to audition 861 in stereo versus 761 in mono.

 

@kerrybh I used to have a 390 - I think it's a wonderful unit.  I was shocked at the difference in sound when I swapped two M400s with for a 860A v2.  It's an upgrade in every way even though I went dual amps to a stereo amp.

I believe the 761 has similar characteristics with the 761 - I bet you will see a significant improvement. And just like the 860A v2, the 761 is a dual mono amp..