I’ve owned the Little Solista since 2008 and had no desire to upgrade. Are you telling me the big Solista is only $4500 more? It used to be more than double the price. Mine cost about $7500 back in 2008, but I had it upgraded with the new transformers about a year later, so that was like an additional 2k or so. But I am very pleased with the sound. Personally, if I had the money and the room, I would go for the big Solista, but that sucker is BIG and heavy. The only think I will tell you is that, IMO, it takes about an hour to reach its full sonic potential after power up. Enjoy.
Viva Solistino Amp
Viva Solistino amp?
I am considering purchasing the above amp.
I have poured over previous Viva threads, which mostly cover its big brother. And so far all are positive regarding the performance of these amps. The dealer that I’m working with says the Solistino now share the same transformers as the Solista and has “…closed a fair gap between them…” The difference in price between these two amps is $ 4500.00 dollars and I cant justify this spread.
I would be interested in any comments from current owners and their experience with Viva would be appreciated.
My speakers are from Daedalus audio “Argos” which are rated 97dB efficient. There is nothing wrong with my current tube PA +SS amp by Modwright. But now I'm curious about the tube experience. My system is listed on the system page.
I know that Viva does not encourage tube rolling, not sure that’s a big deal as of now. And that this amp does run hot.
Other amps I have considered is the MasterSound Compact 845 and the Ayon Crossfire. Both are less than the price of admission of the Viva.
I am considering purchasing the above amp.
I have poured over previous Viva threads, which mostly cover its big brother. And so far all are positive regarding the performance of these amps. The dealer that I’m working with says the Solistino now share the same transformers as the Solista and has “…closed a fair gap between them…” The difference in price between these two amps is $ 4500.00 dollars and I cant justify this spread.
I would be interested in any comments from current owners and their experience with Viva would be appreciated.
My speakers are from Daedalus audio “Argos” which are rated 97dB efficient. There is nothing wrong with my current tube PA +SS amp by Modwright. But now I'm curious about the tube experience. My system is listed on the system page.
I know that Viva does not encourage tube rolling, not sure that’s a big deal as of now. And that this amp does run hot.
Other amps I have considered is the MasterSound Compact 845 and the Ayon Crossfire. Both are less than the price of admission of the Viva.