Tube Power Amp Reviews

Description: Tubed monoblock power amplifier with switch-selectable Damping Factor (four levels available, Low, Med, Hi, Max). Tube complement: one 12AT7, two 12BH7, twelve 6550C. Inputs: 1 unbalanced (RCA), 1 balanced (XLR). Outputs: 1 pair binding posts. Rated power output at <2.5% distortion into 5 ohms: 650W tetrode (26.1dBW), 330W (23.1dBW) triode. Frequency range: 20Hz–20kHz at 650W (tetrode) or 330W (triode). Optimal load range: 4–8 ohms. Input impedance: 47k ohms. Input sensitivity: 1–2.0V for full output, depending on Damping Factor setting. Power consumption: 600W at idle, 1500W at full power.
Dimensions: 24" (610mm) H by 11.5" (290mm) W by 24" (610mm) D. Weight: 200 lbs (90kg) net, 325 lbs (148kg) shipping.
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 13459911, 13459912 (listening), 14049548 (measuring).
Price: $65,000/pair. Approximate number of dealers: 40.
Manufacturer: VTL Amplifiers Inc., 4774 Murrieta Street, Suite 10, Chino, CA 91710. Tel: (909) 627-5944. Fax: (909) 627-6988. Web: www.vtl.com.