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VTL vs Jolida

I just listened to my first tube amp and loved it; VTL HT-150 and B&W 703s. I heard good things about Jolida. How does VTL and Jolida compare? I really liked the B&Ws and also Martin Logan. My listening area is 17X22, 18' ceilings, wood floors with an area rug and furniture in front of the speakers. I also need a preamp for a DVD and tuner and perhaps to a TV for movies. Not sure how that would work out. Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated.
jon_fl
loontoon
301 posts
 
No contest VTL, although I have not heard the latest from Jolida, and --- Jolida while not up to VTL standards, is no slouch, and for da money!!!!

loon
jon_fl OP
7 posts
 
Maggie 1.6 may be a player too. I am concerned about placement and the sound when you move out of the sweet spot. Would the VTL be a good choice for those as well?
lousyreeds1
286 posts
 
VTL is generally a higher end company than Jolida. But keep in mind that the prices reflect that difference quite drastically.
jon_fl OP
7 posts
 
Thanks, I'm hearing VTL is better, but at a much bigger price tag. Is the quality worth the price difference? Any other tubes comparable to the VTL at a better price?

Any comments on the B&W 703s vs Martin Logan or Maggies 1.6s?
cseiffe
1 posts
 
I have and love my Maggie 1.6.
I use a VTL 2.5 preamp, and my stereo sounds great
Amp is a 20 year old SAE A502
CD is an embassasment....
I would love some MB 250s
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