Wasn’t sure where else to post this and did not seem like good fodder for a new thread:
FYI.
Wasn’t sure where else to post this and did not seem like good fodder for a new thread:
FYI.
Scotte1: actually I believe this could make a great topic as I went down this particular path as part of my downsizing scheme. Auditioned all the Accuhase integrated amplifiers. I’d say there are more than a handful of stunning capable integrated amplifiers out there. I also read somewhere that Accuphase Japan has worked with the US importer resulting in a 25% MSRP reduction. My guess Luxman’s price adjustments circa 2019-20 had something to do with it.
Accuphase mono blocks are on my list of end-game kit.
Maybe some day…
Cheers.
The E800 class A is a special integrated within the line, a rather large margin performance wise to their more traditional class AB offerings.
I would love an excuse to buy Accuphase!
I bought an Integrated tube amp for my computer desk system and I love it! Cheap too.
The E800 is most worthy
Which one? Just so happens my desktop “iTube” low wattage integrated (very cheap) has broken down after many years of service and I am torn between trying to get it fixed or replacing it with something else…
TIA
I bought a VTL, or whatever the turntable people are called. Only 100 made. $2500 with a two full sets of tubes. Someone had a real nice Cary for sale here a month or two ago for even less. I’m pleased as punch with mine.
Nice!
I have been keeping my eyes open for a used MHA 100 or 150 at a great price.
A picture of the MHA 150:
Solid State though…
An understated beauty.
The VPI 299 is killer!
Had several H.H. Scott 299D integrated amplifiers. Rebuilt a couple of them, all gone now. Fun amps! Not heard the VPI but I am sure it is a nice listen. Part of the fun with tubes is to see that tube glow late at night with the lights dimmed.
There currently is one available on USAM. Price seems fair. The now gone Cary was also a very nice unit. Lingered on the Forum Market Place way too long IMO.
That is tempting, but I am afraid its footprint is just too big for the desktop deployment I have in mind.
Seems like great kit at a fair price…
I get it as it is not exactly a headphone amp.