Opera Consonance
Amplifiers
CD Players
DACs
Digital Sources
Best Known For
Amplifiers
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Class: Tube
Used Products
1
 Available
Average Price
$1,001-$2,500
Brand Popularity
450
 of 900+
Products Listed
17
Review Count
6
Founding Year
1994
Headquarters
Germany
Opera Consonance
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What's unique about the brand

Opera Consonance is a hifi brand known for their hand-wound output transformers and unique oil-damped unipivot tonearm designs in their turntables. Their amplifiers and CD players stand out for using tubes in unexpected ways, like their Reference 2.0 SACD player's single 6H30 tube output stage that blends tube warmth with digital precision.

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Cyber 20 MK2  

  • Positioning: A headphone amplifier and preamplifier focused on personal, small-room audio.  
  • Description: Uses a tube-based design that brings a warm and clear sound in a compact package. Compared to the phono and full amplifiers in the lineup, its simpler circuitry and lower power output suit users with smaller setups and tighter budgets who need personal listening without extensive connectivity.  

Reference 40 MKII  

  • Positioning: A phono amplifier dedicated to turntable setups.  
  • Description: Features a high-quality step-up transformer and low-noise circuitry that preserves the detail of vinyl records. Compared with the headphone amplifier and full amplifiers, its design is specialized for vinyl playback.  

M100 Plus  

  • Positioning: A compact full amplifier that blends tube warmth with solid-state reliability.  
  • Description: Combines tube elements with modern power delivery in a streamlined chassis that provides balanced audio performance. Compared to the specialized phono and headphone units, its moderate pricing and versatile functionality cater to users looking for a general-purpose amplifier.  

Cyber 880i  

  • Positioning: A high-power full amplifier aimed at demanding performance environments.  
  • Description: Integrates advanced tube circuitry with digital control features to offer refined and powerful sound output. Compared to the less powerful M100 Plus and the more specialized units, its robust build and greater output make it suited for larger rooms.  

Linear 1  

  • Positioning: A dedicated preamplifier built for high-end, integrated audio systems.  
  • Description: Offers a meticulously engineered signal path that cleanly boosts audio without adding distortion. Compared to the integrated amplifier models, its focus on preamplification, expanded connectivity, and precise control appeals to users with complex systems.
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