For your consideration is an extremely rare bespoke Uesugi Bros. valve pre-amplifier in excellent operational and cosmetic condition.
Not well known outside Japan, Uesugi Brothers have a cult following in Japan for their electronics. The ‘brothers’ were instrumental in running tests on lot of famous Japanese Hi-fi exotica while being employed at Stereo Sound magazine in Japan.
This ultra-minimalist amplifier is said to have been custom-built for discerning Japanese audiophile. Hand built by the ‘brothers' with point to point wiring, premium grade components and a now extinct Tango transformer….*!
Running Class A with 12ax7 and 12au7 NOS valves – in this case a rare Mullard CV4004 box plate and a RFT 12au7. I also have the original Japanese valves which the unit was voiced with…!
This amplifier is favourably compared with entry/mid level Shindo preamps and what’s more, the rumour has is that Ken Shindo himself had a similar amp in his everyday system.
The sound is supremely balanced and veering more towards neutral side and a tone to die for.
Please note that Uesugi electronics are only made for Japanese market hence, the unit is 100v, but comes with a step down transformer.
(* for more on Tango transformers:
http://vinylsavor.blogspot.com.au/2014/02/tango-transformers.html)
Inspection is mandatory and I will not entertain any complaints after the item(s) leave my house.
I repeat,the sale is final and will not entertain any complaints as I have provided the opportunity for potential buyer(s) to inspect the item(s).
GENUINE BUYERS ONLY PLEASE!!!!!!!
Cash on pick up or direct bank transfer preferred.
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PRICE: 1450.00 USD + postage (will post worldwide from Melbourne, Australia)
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