For many audiophiles Ayon CD players continue to be the gold standard and the 5s is the creme de la creme.Uncompromising build quality and attention to detail make the 5s one of the most accomplished players available at any price.Incorporating a sophisticated DAC and pre amp it is a one box solution and a desirable alternative to separate components.The 5s is a top loading vacuum tube Class A player.Features dual output configurations to allow direct connection to a power amp by either single ended or balanced cabling,adjustable gain levels,phase inversion toggle switch,2 line level inputs to provide connection for analog sources,digital output and digital input,24/192 option enables CD sampling rate to 24 bit/192KHz with the flick of a switch.
Tube complement consists of a quad of 6H30 triode super tubes in the analog output stage and a quad of 64Z tubes in the power supply.The stock 6H30 tubes have been voiced matched to the 5s to ensure superior performance,replacement of these tubes with expensive Reflektor 6H30's may not enhance performance.
Average tube life is 7,000 plus hours, this unit has the original tubes with approximately 2000 hours of play time.
Musical presentation is emotionally immediate,it captures the expressiveness and artfulness of the music which is as good as any description of the term musicality.
This 5s presents as new and is in impeccable condition used in a dedicated music room for critical listening on weekends and covered when not in use to prevent dust accumulation.I'm very anal about my equipment.
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Original list was 12K I'm offering it at a very attractive price of $5200 plus shipping from 49783.Comes complete with remote,power cord,manual,original factory triple box(don't lose it it replacement cost is $300)I will accept a certified bank draft,wire transfer,US Post MO or Paypal all associated fees are the responsibility of buyer.I would invite you to check out my audiogon feedback under my Audio Circle user name and if you have any questions you can contact me directly at lutes@shaw.ca
