Manly Stingray....Opinions from any owners?


I am considering a Manly Stingray II as an amp for my streaming system... The design is intriguing.., I have heard an older model, sounded very nice driving a pair of older Polks.

My question to the owners:

1.) Are u happy with it?

2.) What speakers are u using?

3.) What DAC are u using?

Thank you 

 

poke33

Love my Stingray II. Had it for 10 years in a secondary system and it’s been worry-free beyond blowing the mains fuse twice, which is a quick fix. Easy on tubes; responsive to tube rolling (but does not require it); sounds terrific with my Merlin TSM-MMi and a mini SVS sub, energizing a very large room like a full-range system. EL-84s are wonderful tubes. Plus, it’s a conversation-starter that looks cool in my living room. I run it with an Auralic Aries Mini with S-Booster power supply for streaming Tidal. While I can’t say this system rivals my 3-turntable vinyl system (at a tenth the cost), I could easily live with it as my only one if needs were, it sounds that good. Highly recommended.

A quick update... purchased The Stingray II and awaiting arrival this Friday from Upscale!

poke, I doubt you will be disappointed.  I have a pair of Snapper mono amps and have been pleased with the performance and service by Manley.

I had the chance to tour the Manley facility twice with my (then) local audio club.  It was impressive with how much they do in-house.  Likely more than half their production is for pro audio products and that care and design carries over to their home audio.  Eve Anna has brought together a dedicated staff that truly loves music.  Their products reflect that.

Thanks pryso, I will evaluate and advise! So far the entire experience has been excellent....