FS: Butler Audio Monad Monoblocks - SOLD

Double Ugly · « **on:** 31 Oct 2007, 03:09 am »

Butler Audio Monad Monoblocks

No output transformer
No rectifier tubes
No predrivers

The triodes are exactly where they should be: DC coupled through the advanced multi-emitter, audiophile-quality Sanken bipolar power output device to the speakers. Therefore, the tubes are positioned to naturally and actively respond to the dynamic speaker load. This also eliminates one of the most inefficient and non-musical components in a typical tube power amplifier: the output transformer.

- Results
** No phase-shift
** No induction-generation from the hundreds of turns of wire and massive core iron to overcome

Electric 300B triode DC-coupled via proprietary current-multiplier circuitry for a conservatively rated, Class A single-ended, zero NFB output 100/200-watt output into 8/4 ohms.

Power supply capacitance? Two. That's 2 Farads as in 2,000,000uF.

The chassis is CNC machined billet aluminum, I/O ports are top-line Cardas, and Internal parts are from the usual suspects - Vishay, Dale, etc. A true balanced Neutrik input is standard.

17" deep by 11" wide by 7" high. Weight? 36 lbs

The Monad does not employ conventional hybrid architecture. Instead, the base circuitry is already US patented and affords "classic single-ended sound independent of load impedance and power requirements."

Last I checked, these retailed for ~$18k in a slightly modified enclosure, but BK Butler assures me my amps are identical to the 'new' model internally and sonically.

Asking $7500 OBO, and I'll cover shipping if the asking price is met. Sorry, no trades... period.

Cash, postal money order or certified cashier's check accepted. Amps will ship once receipt of funds is verified, as applicable.

PM if interested.

carusoracer · « **Reply #1 on:** 31 Oct 2007, 12:36 pm »

Man OH Man are those things Beautiful:drool:

Good luck with the sale. I'm not sure you will find anything as pretty as those two to adorn your listening space.

Double Ugly · « **Reply #2 on:** 31 Oct 2007, 02:41 pm »

Thanks, cr.

No, I don't believe I'll find anything that looks as good, nor am I sure I'll find anything that sounds as sweet, but I have a hankerin' to try.

It happens.

Double Ugly · « **Reply #3 on:** 11 Nov 2007, 05:41 am »

Weekend bump.

RodMCV · « **Reply #4 on:** 13 Nov 2007, 04:09 am »

Hay Jim,

Such beauties, do they really have to go?

Where is the LOVE, Man?

Double Ugly · « **Reply #5 on:** 13 Nov 2007, 03:07 pm »

Hi Rod,

Thanks, my friend. They ARE gorgeous, aren't they?

Nope, they don't have to go. I can make the move I'm considering without selling the Monads, but other circumstances make it such that I'd feel better if they were sold.

C'mon, folks... these amps aren't quite 3 years old yet, so you have another couple of years left on the fully transferable 5-year warranty. They were given a check-up by BK Butler himself in March of '06, during which time he swapped out all the capacitors and brought the amps fully up to date, all free of charge.

You aren't going to find customer service like that very often, nor will you often hear an amplifier capable of such extreme finesse and foundation-endangering power BK's patented hybrid design affords.

Strange as it may sound, I see the Monads as a sort of cross between a ballet dancer and a power lifter, exhibiting all the strengths of each, yet none of the weaknesses.

It's your call, folks. I don't have to sell 'em, and I won't be terribly unhappy about it if they don't go. They don't come up for sale very often, so if you've ever wanted a pair, now's the time to act.

If I reach a position to afford the amp(s) I want to try before these sell, they will be taken off the market. I've never heard my Daedalus DA-1s sound better than when driven with the Butlers, so it isn't as though they'll sit in a closet collecting dust.

Double Ugly · « **Reply #6 on:** 19 Nov 2007, 11:51 pm »

Last bump before they go to Audiogon.

If you have any doubts about 'em, look around. Reviews are scarce, but amplification doesn't get much better for 4 Ω or greater speakers. Speakers requiring arc welders (sustained impedance < 4 Ω) need not apply, but pretty much everything else is dying for amps like these.

You/they just don't know it yet.

Double Ugly · « **Reply #7 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 04:10 pm »

Gone to Audiogon at a slightly higher price.

Thanks to all who expressed an interest.

TomS · « **Reply #8 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 04:21 pm »

Good luck with the sale Jim - those are so sweet!

Double Ugly · « **Reply #9 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 04:50 pm »

Thanks, Tom.

To be honest, I'm still kind of surprised at myself for selling them... guess I have the sickness worse that I'd thought.

zybar · « **Reply #10 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 04:53 pm »

Quote from: Double Ugly on 23 Nov 2007, 04:50 pm

Thanks, Tom.

To be honest, I'm still kind of surprised at myself for selling them... guess I have the sickness worse that I'd thought.

Jim,

At least you aren't alone...

George

2bigears · « **Reply #11 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 04:57 pm »

man i have to hold back....those are soooo sweet!!!!!!

i really need a new amp.....

Double Ugly · « **Reply #12 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 05:03 pm »

Actually, I think I am.

Unless I missed it, Dana's ad is gone. Must've sold 'em or pulled the ad.

I pulled my ad last time, and may again if I'm inundated with lowball offers.

TomS · « **Reply #13 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 05:20 pm »

Quote from: Double Ugly on 23 Nov 2007, 05:03 pm

.... I pulled my ad last time, and may again if I'm inundated with lowball offers.

Sadly, you will. For my last few ads for well known good quality gear, well priced, in good condition, I felt like I was working in a pawn shop or something

Crazy people sending me just insane communications. I hope it goes better for you as I'm interested in how your "next generation" of nervosa turns out. Can't afford all that stuff myself, but I like to watch (and listen) aa

Sorry, back to topic. People - these are nicely priced and not often on the market.

Tweaker · « **Reply #14 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 08:49 pm »

May be a bad time of year to be selling anything with people tightening their purse strings because of the economy and Xmas just around the corner. Good luck with the sale, though. Anyone with that kind of money to spend should jump on them.
(But you know something, you should really keep them. Hard for me to imagine finding anything better sounding, or more beautiful).

Double Ugly · « **Reply #15 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 09:48 pm »

Thanks for the well-wishes everyone. I realize it's a bad time to sell, but unless you're a dealer, there's no such thing as being stuck with a pair of Monads. Consequently, I'll be perfectly happy if they don't sell.

That said, I've already received two offers resulting from the Audiogon ad, one for the full $8k. It'll be interesting to see how this plays out, though. I didn't want to accept PayPal, and he hasn't responded to my reply.

tvad - SP Technology Timepiece 2.1s; 8 Ω, 85dB.

Rocket · « **Reply #16 on:** 23 Nov 2007, 10:04 pm »

Hi Jim,

Is something wrong with Paypal? I use it all the time because I find it easier to pay for items that I've bought off paypal.

I'm interested in your comments because I thought it was an easy and safe way to pay for items.

Regards

Rod

Double Ugly · « **Reply #17 on:** 24 Nov 2007, 02:28 am »

Hi Rod,

I just don't prefer to use it, that's all. I read some pretty damning things a while back, and I'd simply prefer to avoid it when possible.

That said, the guy who wanted to buy them via PayPal agreed to pay all fees, and I'm now in the process of transferring the funds from PayPal to my bank account (3-4 business days).

This all happened so quickly that I just have to ask - is there a way to spoof PayPal? I mean, am I out of the woods once the money makes it's way into my account, or is there a clearing process similar to the one with checks?

I'm confused, and a lot surprised. I never dreamed these would sell this quickly, if at all. And to a guy with zero Audiogon feedback? Are you kidding me?

I'm a little nervous about this, fellas. Anyone have a bag of warm fuzzies you don't mind sending my way?

Woodsea · « **Reply #18 on:** 24 Nov 2007, 02:37 am »

Mr. Double Ugly,
I have been using Paypal for quite a few years. Nothing in the grands, but enough to know that ebay uses them and they deal in the mils.
I would not worry about, just transfer the funds. Once that has cleared send off the beauties.
You already stated you did not think they would sell, so this could just be gravy, esp getting the initial asking price.

alan m. kafton · « **Reply #19 on:** 24 Nov 2007, 02:39 am »

DU......don't worry about it. Once the funds clear your account, they are yours. And sometimes the clearing takes only 1 or 2 days, faster than the stated 3 or 4. I regularly do business via Paypal (and have for several years), and have never had a negative experience. You are fortunate that your buyer was completely agreeable to absorb the fees....that shows me he was quite serious about the purchase.