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Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
After auditioning the Qualiton X200 for a week I've made the decision to keep it. Thanks to all for your input as it was really helpful. In the past, I had a 80wpc Class AB Cayin integrated with upgraded caps which was very good. Liquid midrange, ... 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
@arafiq 2 cents are always welcome. Unfortunately, the dealer only has the X200, phono, and the step-up transformers on hand. It is unclear if he’ll be bringing in the A50i in the future, appreciate your input though. Later on down the road if I e... 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
Thanks to all for the input. I have no doubt the Octave sounds good with Dynaudio as it was the first amp that was on my radar as the synergy between both is well documented. From what I've gathered both amps are at the same level of performance a... 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
@arafiq Thank you for your inputs. If I were using more efficient speakers I would demo the A50i however using 86db Dynaudio's so the 50 class A watts I assume is not enough. I have no plans of changing my speakers in the near future as I'm quite ... 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
Thank you this is all I needed to know, I do want a more tube-y sound as I'm moving away from an SS amp. 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
Awesome! Thanks for your help again. 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
@audiosaurusrex Good to know that remote is included. I'm based outside of the US but the Octave dealer is a friend of a buddy so let's see how it pans out. I will revert once I've done a comparison. Thanks for your help! By the way what speakers ... 
Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200
Thanks for the feedback @audiosaurusrex based on limited information online it seems like both amps are at the same level performance-wise. I think the best way to find out is to audition the Octave as well, TBH the "upgrade" option of the super b...