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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.

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larryi
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I have heard, and liked, the Viva amp running 845 output tubes.  I have also heard their headphone amp. 

I own a Viva fono phono-stage.  The Fono has been completely reliable over the eight years (I am guessing here) that I've owned it.  I don't know about any discouragement to roll tubes, so, I've tried several different tubes in it.  

Viva gear is quite nice sounding and well built.  The look is a bit funky, and the gear takes up a lot of room, but, for me, the phono-stage is a keeper.
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