Conrad Johnson MF2550SE amp, paired with a Conrad Johnson ET3SE preamp. Spearit sound is going out of business in the next week or so and they still have a MF2550SE for under $5,000. It lists for $8,000 or so, so the deal is already built in (depreciation). It has upgraded capacitors and resistors and sounds great. I would buy that one, but I already own one. And, there's no maintenance on the amp. Truly plug and play. Pairing with a Conrad Johnson single tube preamp (either the ET3SE or the now discontinued ET5 ) creates great sound, beautiful soundstage and works for classical, rock, rap and acoustic. You would need to invest $200 beyond the cost of the preamp for a better tube, but it's really a nice combination.
For those who care, these units are made right here in the USA in Virginia. The owner is usually in the store/factory and he's a delight to chat with.
These units are bulletproof, sound great, well priced and made here. Not too many companies like that out there. I like to support the ones that are.
As always, trust your ears.
For those who care, these units are made right here in the USA in Virginia. The owner is usually in the store/factory and he's a delight to chat with.
These units are bulletproof, sound great, well priced and made here. Not too many companies like that out there. I like to support the ones that are.
As always, trust your ears.