FWIW, I have had my Odyssey Audio Stratos HT3 for just about 10 years now. When it was new, a capacitor failed, and it was repaired under warranty. However, I had to pay for the frieght (one way, IIRC), which for a 64 lb. amp is not insignificant. Since then, however, the amp has been trouble free. And I love the sound. If it holds up as long as I do, it will be my last amplifier. Just do not feel the need to move to anything better. As for the poster who implied that Odyssey amps sound "grainy", I respectfully disagree. The Odyssey amp I have is super smooth and clean. YMMV, and you are looking at a different model. But the Magtech is $5500. For $3400, you can have a pair of Odyssey’s best Stratos Monos. Less power than the Magtech, yes, but also less money!
Sanders magtech or odyssey kismet
I am looking for a "last amp purchase" one I can keep for 20+ years and pass down to my son someday.
This probably won't happen, but it is a very good possibility.
I have gone through numerous over the years, with fairly bad luck with them, UNRELIABILITY!
I have narrowed it to these two amps. I know they are both very good.
I would like thoughts on them from other audio people as yourselves.
Before you say these speakers suck, I wanted to say I auditioned A LOT of different ones before settling on these. I use energy rc-70's, only about 45-50 hours on them, nowhere near broken in yet. I LOVE their sound, period.
People say these amps are too good for the speaks, I think not.
Maybe sanders preamp.
I have heard magtech sounds thin, and others say it's amazing.
Anyway, what's your thoughts on odyssey kismet monos or sanders magtech. Thanks
This probably won't happen, but it is a very good possibility.
I have gone through numerous over the years, with fairly bad luck with them, UNRELIABILITY!
I have narrowed it to these two amps. I know they are both very good.
I would like thoughts on them from other audio people as yourselves.
Before you say these speakers suck, I wanted to say I auditioned A LOT of different ones before settling on these. I use energy rc-70's, only about 45-50 hours on them, nowhere near broken in yet. I LOVE their sound, period.
People say these amps are too good for the speaks, I think not.
Maybe sanders preamp.
I have heard magtech sounds thin, and others say it's amazing.
Anyway, what's your thoughts on odyssey kismet monos or sanders magtech. Thanks