I'm thinking about a Jolida system, and would like to know from those in the know!


Good morning all from the Whaling capitol of the world!

I am on the verge of either the Rogue Cronus Magnum II or a Joilda 3502S and their phono pre.

Comments please, especially about the sound, stability, build quality, service and anything else you can tell me, taking the dive from SS into tubes!

Thanks.
eag618

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I've had my 502 P power amp for over four years now.  Completely trouble free powering my Magneplanar 1.7's.  I also have a very high power SS Conrad Johnson amp available but  I find I much prefer the Jolida (with KT 150 power tubes).  A nice solid 3D presentation I find myself listening for hours on end absolutely no fatigue factor. 

The Jolida folks were very accessible and answered questions promptly.  I ended up getting the power amp version with improved components but it was only a few bucks more than the regular one.  For the money hard to beat.  I did listen to a Rogue Cronus but I found it oddly to have a sort of SS sound.  The Jolida has the a more "classical" tube sound that I find I enjoy more.
eag618,
Thanks.  Picture taken right next door in Oregon.  Yes, I  talked to Allen before buying the amp and afterwards about recommended tubes very knowledgeable and helpful.  I also talked to Jarred -  I think he has taken over the business - also very helpful. I have not personally used the equipment you are considering but have read many comments particularly on the JD-9 Phono stage generally favorable also lots of threads on mods to that stage if one is so inclined.