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Ayon's "Scorpio" tube imtegrated amp vs PrimaLuna Dialogue Premium tube integrated??.

I have considered trying a tube integrated amp. The Prima Luna Prologue Premium has received numerous positive testimonials regarding its sound quality and is considered a bargain at $2399.  Ayon’s new "Scorpian" tube integrated  is more expensive at $4200,  supposedly offers excellent sound quality, but has not gathered many press reviews. .

 Is  anyone familiar with these products??  Are they  reliable over the long haul?? and if so, can either amp  effectively drive any speaker load, including Golden Ear Technology model 7 or the larger model 5.  Or have any problems driving Magneplanar .7 speaker, or any of the Martin Logan speakers.  Thank you  

sunnyjim
aberyclark
594 posts
 
I have to agree. I know the equipment is pricey, however, their ads and advertising methods look like they are targeting the "all you can eat, lottery, casino boat" crowd. Maybe throw in some smokes if they order within the next 30 minutes :)
corelli
386 posts
 
Gotta  say, I have found USA Audio to be the king of audio bashing.  They advertise the carry brand x, you call, and they bash it--and no longer carry it. All the while steering to you a not built in Austria Ayon unit. This occurs over and over.  Just ask around. I have first hand experience with this bait and tactic.  Would never trust a thing they say.
aberyclark
594 posts
 
When I visited it was all Ayon and a few Esoteric components. I wonder if their $35,000 items are made in China as well
corelli
386 posts
 
Wow.  I remember one of their ads stating "if we don't have it we can get it."  Yea, right.

I wouldn't even think of doing business with USA Audio
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troutchoker
45 posts
 
I wouldn't waste my time with Ayon. I have aPrimaLuna Prologue integrated and it works btter thsn snything anywhere near the price that I have heard. Whay waste time? We only have so miuch.
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