Hi Kanuk,
I have a NVA AP35 (AP50's predecessor) 50Wpc integrated amp, and I also used to own a Lavardin IS.
Although the AP35 is no powerhouse, it makes my Reynaud Offrandes sing pretty well. Its fits and finish is not as high-class as the Lavardin but it offers just as much musicality for only a fraction of the price of the Lavardin.
NVA offer 14 day no quibble return policy so just return it if you don't like how it performs in your system. However, due to NVA's unique design minimalist, non-filtering design, it is very crucial that you use the appropriate speaker cable with NVA amplifier. You may check NVA's website for more info on the acceptable cables. NVA also offers a range of cables and interconnects that start at very affordable prices.
After being a happy owner of my AP35 for more than 15 years, I am planning to get the new AP70 or AP80 integrated amps featuring dual-mono power supply. It would be interesting to see what sort of hair-raising capabilities they possess.
I have a NVA AP35 (AP50's predecessor) 50Wpc integrated amp, and I also used to own a Lavardin IS.
Although the AP35 is no powerhouse, it makes my Reynaud Offrandes sing pretty well. Its fits and finish is not as high-class as the Lavardin but it offers just as much musicality for only a fraction of the price of the Lavardin.
NVA offer 14 day no quibble return policy so just return it if you don't like how it performs in your system. However, due to NVA's unique design minimalist, non-filtering design, it is very crucial that you use the appropriate speaker cable with NVA amplifier. You may check NVA's website for more info on the acceptable cables. NVA also offers a range of cables and interconnects that start at very affordable prices.
After being a happy owner of my AP35 for more than 15 years, I am planning to get the new AP70 or AP80 integrated amps featuring dual-mono power supply. It would be interesting to see what sort of hair-raising capabilities they possess.