Integrated Amp Reviews

Sidebar 1: Specifications

Description: Modular integrated amplifier with remote control and optional individual modules for phono inputs, line inputs, digital inputs, volume control (switched resistor or autoformer), tubed line stage, headphone amplifier, and power amplifier. Inputs: 3 phono (MM, MC1, MC2, all RCA); 3 line (RCA); 3 digital (optical, BNC, USB). Outputs: headphone, balanced (XLR) or single-ended (¼" TRS); fixed RCA, variable RCA (2), rhodium-plated speaker terminals (L&R). Tube complement (Tubestage): two E88CC dual triodes. Power output: 25Wpc into 8 ohms (14dbW), 45Wpc into 4 ohms (13.5dBW), 65Wpc into 2 ohms (12.1dBW).Headphone output: adjustable gain, 1W into 32 ohms, dedicated low impedance (1 ohm).
Dimensions: 17.5" (445mm) W by 4" (102mm) H by 12" (305mm) D. Weight: variable, depending on modules chosen.
Price as tested: $7855 with Phonostage, Remote Cartridge Loading module, Line input stage, Digital input stage, Tubestage, Resistor Volume Control, Headphone amplifier, and MOSFET amplifier; $8160 with Autoformer Volume Control replacing the RVC and Tubestage. Module prices: Analog Input module, $295; RVC, $395; Remote Cartridge Loading module, $495; Headphone Amplifier, $695; Tubestage, $795; MC/MM Phono Stage, Digital input, and MOSFET power amplifier, $895 each, Autoformer Volume Control, $1495. Approximate number of dealers: Sold direct, also sold by Fidelis Home Audio. Warranty: 10 years, parts & labor.
Manufacturer: Vinnie Rossi, 800 Main Street, Suite 125, Holden, MA 01520. Tel: (774) 234-0800. Web: www.vinnierossi.com.