joekapahulu
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| Dual mono integrated amps Belles Aria Dual Mono integrated is designed with that logic in mind. I believe the higher end Signature and Virtuoso also follow that model. I have heard the full line and they are amazing. Belles also puts out a dual monoblock product and a sepa... | |
| ATI 4000 Have an 1502 also that goes into the stack for 6 months of the year in rotation. Have had it for a number of years and been happy with its sound and durability and power. It is a different experience from my McIntosh MC250, less warm, more guts an... | |
| Does anyone know the detailed specs of the new Belles Virtuoso? Listened to the 3 main Belles integrateds at John R shop in NJ in 11-2021. I was very impressed by all 3 amps (pre dual Mono intro) but felt the Signature was the sweet spot in terms of performance vs cost. ALL sounded great playing thru a pair of... | |
| My first tube integrated: which one to get? Was in the same place a few years ago and decided to try a tube preamp with my Mac MC250 which is tubish sounding. Got a budget Chinese tube pre from YS Audio/Audio Expressions and a CJ PV 10. Both were eye openers and really increased my enjoymen... | |
| Mcintosh amplifiers and preamps Graduated HS as Honors student in1975 and the couple who owned the store I worked at gave me a Mac MA5100 for my graduation playing thru Bose 301s. Over the next few years I changed to Rogers LS speakers and Philips TT. Loved that amp and sound. D... | |
| San Diego tube amp repair Mike Zuccaro still repairing gear in SD? The Audiocraftsman is I believe his company name. If he is working he is excellent | |
| Recommendations for modern integrated with tone & balance controls other than Mcintosh Good to hear you are happy with the Lux. I too was looking to upgrade and looking at Belles Aria Signature. However, 2022 stock and bond market declines have put that on the back burner as I am focused more on just maintaining our lifestyle. Never... | |
| Integrated Amp Suggestions Marantz PM8006 I run 2 sets of speakers on mine. | |
| Considering McIntosh MA352 Funny, I have heard lots of positives about this amp and very few negatives...mostly from the "mac is not high end crowd". My answer is to go and listen for yourself. Its your money and your ears. It is worth the time and if it costs a little to t... | |
| Competitive class D amp suggestions Listened to a couple different Class D amps last year from Rogue. I thought they were ok played thru Gallo and Dali speakers. I found both models a little bright. I actually enjoyed the CM3 more which is a tube integrated though not particularly t... | |
| Vintage Integrated Amplifiers With Great Sound Generally anything vintage that is in good shape and has superior sound will cost you as much if not more than buying modern gear. And, if it is not in great shape then you will end up spending so much on it to bring it up to spec that you again w... | |
| Belles Aria integrated compared to the Signature Compared them side by side back in October in NJ thru Vandy Treos. Both very good. My sense was that the Sig delivered more of the same as the Aria but added more refined bass, clear power advantage, increased clarity of music overall and a greate... | |
| Can someone suggest a lush tube integrated under $3000 used I would agree on the CJ Cav models. I used a 45 for awhile and it was quite nice with the same kind of music you reference on my 2nd set of speakers, Kef R3s. It was not as good on my primary Ohm Walsh 2s which are more demanding. Still do think a... | |
| Integrated vs. Separates on a Budget I noted in your comments you desire a warranty if used. That is not usually the case unless from some dealers in demo units. I think generally a $2-3k integrated will be superior to $1500 or so each separates. There may be some exceptions but you ... | |
| Tube Preamps that work well with SS amps? Just curious on this one. I run a Terry DeWick upgraded McIntosh MC250 which I like alot powering Ohm Walsh 200S3s with an Acurus RL11 of 12 as pre. I have felt the ss pre could be a weakness and had it upgraded but still wondered if a tube prea... |