Is there anyone using the Ars-Sonum Filarmonia SE integrated amp that Bobby imports and recommends?
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Is there anyone using the Ars-Sonum Filarmonia SE integrated amp that Bobby imports and recommends? |
I am using an ARS filharmonia on my VSM-Mxe's and it is a wonderful amplifier. It doesn't run out of steam like the Joule Stargates do and the little amplifer is built like a tank. There is no remote control, and the tubes do tend to put out a good bit of heat, but the sound is glorious and full with outstanding resolution and an incredible soundstage. The amplifier doesn't sound tubey in terms of a diffuse bass or rolled off high end, but does offer the microdynamics and air of tubes with a palpable midrange. It really is made for the Merlins. My only criticism would be the lack of preamp outputs and remote control, but the trade off is worth it for world class sound. troy |
10-16-06: TmiddleYikes. My only criticism would be the lack of preamp outputs and remote control, but the trade off is worth it for world class sound.The lack of preamp outputs is a potential dealbreaker, but it does have tape outputs, and therefore a sub can be connected if one utilizes speaker level converters like those sold by ACI. I do get the impression that the Ars-Sonum is perhaps best suited as an ideal match for the Merlins as opposed to other loudspeakers. Thanks for your description of its sound. It appears in keeping with Bobby's goals as one would expect. |