Price: $1250
I am interested in trades, particularly a good USB DAC or proper tube amplification/pre amps. Also like vintage gear.
This was my reference for a long tome - I am selling only because I have moved up to a pair of 211 SET monoblocs and separate tube pre-amplifier at a substantial increase in price.
This Unit is ~$4000 new. For sale here at a SUBSTANTIAL discount, because the brand is not known well in this country. A value at $4k. At my price...
The unit is made in South Africa and demonstrates exemplary build quality and attention to detail. Fully balanced architecture, with full dual-mono audio channels. Four 6922 vacuum tubes in the input section, and 250 watts of MOSFET output power will drive anything out there.
The remote control is included, weighs damn near two pounds, and could kill a man. Volume, FIVE INPUTS (one balanced), mute function.
Dead-silent, runs conservatively cool due to massive heatsinks. (Relatively) Compact size, but built like a tank.
The unit is in terrific condition, comes with the original box, remote, and owner's manual. Please see the Valve Audio website for more information and for a rave review from TONE audio magazine. There is also a review out there from the Inner Ear Magazine.
http://www.innerearmag.com/reviews/amplifiers/valve_predator.shtmlhttp://www.tonepublications.com/review/valve-audio-predator-integrated-amplifier/I think I found a spot or two on the face of the unit (maybe), no scratches on the top. Binding post nuts exhibit some wear from tightening. Conservative 8/10.
The sound, as you can imagine, is terrific. Smooth tube midrange with extension at both ends. A true livable amplifier that won't kill your pets or your kids, can be hidden in a cabinet, and looks pretty damn beautiful in person.
Please do not hesitate to ask any questions, or for extra pictures, or to make an offer. I ship worldwide at cost. Paypal users please add 3%.
I am located in Charlottesville, Virginia, and I am willing to deliver the unit for gas money within three hundred miles.
Best,
Jim
