Tube Power Amp Reviews

Description: All-tube monoblock amplifier with class-AB1, push-pull output stage. Tube complement per side: twenty-four 6550s, one 12AT7, two 6350s. Output power (20Hz–20kHz into 5 ohms): 1250W tetrode (28.9dBW), 600W triode (25.75dBW). Input impedance: 130k ohms. S/N ratio (both ref. specified output power): 95dB, 120Hz tetrode; 95dB, 120Hz, triode. Power consumption: 650W idle, 1800W full power.
Dimensions: 19" W by 21" H by 20" D. Weight: 240 lbs.
Serial numbers of units auditioned: 96131283, 96131284.
Price: $25,000/pair. Approximate number of dealers: 29.
Manufacturer: Vacuum Tube Logic, 4774 Murietta St., Suite 9, Chino, CA 91710. Tel: (909) 627-5944. Fax: (909) 627-6988. Web: www.vtl.com.