CAT JL-2 mk II vs VTL S-400


Has anyone tried both amps and offer an opinion ?

I have almost narrowed my choice to two of those. The price for both in Europe is almost the same, BTW. I want to use the amp between my Avalon Eidolons and AA Capitole mk II SE CDP.

Any thoughts? TIA
whitewind

Showing 1 response by elberoth2

I know that ppl lean towards CAT on this forum but ... I have some concerns about the tonal balance I will get from this combo.

Both Avalon's and CAT's qualities are most often described as pristine clarity, fine sharp details,speed,very extended top/bottom frequencies,great PRAT etc as opposed to organic sense, natural timbres, an easy flowing liquidity.

And since I like the latter more (i.e. organic sound) I'm a bit afraid that I may not like the sound of CAT & Avalon combo. That is why I'm looking for alternatives.