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Specifications
- Dimensions (w×h×d): 430×250×440 mm
- Weight: 30 kg
- Power: 10W per channel
- Tube Complement: 2x 300B, 2x 5U4GB, 1x 6N1P, 1x 6SN7
Description
Viva Audio is proud to present its new amplifier Classico Integrated. Classico Integrated is using the legendary 300B power tubes that for many audiophiles rhyme with perfection. To create Classico Integrated Viva completely redesigned its classic 300B amplifier, adding the latest generation of transformers, custom-built to realize the full sonic potential of the 300B tubes.
Classico Integrated is using the legendary 300B power tubes that for many audiophiles rhyme with perfection. To create Classico Integrated Viva completely redesigned its classic 300B amplifier, adding the latest generation of transformers, custom-built to realize the full sonic potential of the 300B tubes. Classico Integrated offers signature Viva sound – pure, rich and balanced, turning every musical note into a vivid emotional experience. The amplifier comes with a set of carefully selected 300B tubes. The tubes had been tested and approved by Viva Audio experts using the proprietary Viva Audio software and hardware tools. Classico Integrated can equally work with the NOS (new old stock) tubes.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Viva Audio products feature striking Italian design, often using automotive-grade paint in a wide array of custom colors, making them visually distinctive and customizable.
- They prioritize point-to-point wiring and zero negative feedback in their Class A tube amplifier designs, focusing on a pure, unadulterated sound signature.
- The brand's amplifiers are known for their ability to recreate a realistic soundstage, offering a deep and immersive listening experience.
- Viva Audio products are frequently described as having a unique ability to bring out the best qualities of connected components, including a wide range of headphones and speakers, revealing nuances and details that might otherwise be missed.
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F1
- Positioning: An entry-level phono preamplifier designed for basic vinyl setups.
- Description: Delivers rich, low-noise sound with state-of-the-art output transformers and a short signal path that sets it apart from more complex designs. Differs from the L1 and Linea by focusing solely on phono applications for users on a tighter budget.
L1
- Positioning: A compact preamplifier built with a single chassis and internal power supply for streamlined audio performance.
- Description: Features an extremely short signal path with one active stage that ensures clear signal integrity, contrasting with the multi-stage design of Linea. Stands out from F1 by handling line-level sources.
Linea
- Positioning: A high-performance line preamplifier aimed at audiophiles seeking refined control in a more complex audio system.
- Description: Offers enhanced signal processing and greater versatility with advanced circuitry that surpasses the simpler designs of F1 and L1.
Aurora
- Positioning: A tube amplifier focused on maximum musical articulation and precise sound reproduction.
- Description: Uses advanced tube circuitry with an emphasis on dynamic headroom and clarity, setting it apart from the preamplifier series such as L1, Linea, and F1.
Solista
- Positioning: A premium integrated amplifier that combines both amplification and preamplification in one robust design.
- Description: Integrates dual functions with a sophisticated triode tube circuit that delivers superior detail and dynamic performance, making it distinct from the separate designs of Aurora, L1, Linea, and F1.
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Founding Year
1996
Our take on the brand
Viva Audio handcrafts bespoke audio equipment with zero negative feedback in its amplifiers, a rare feature that enhances natural sound quality. The Italian brand is distinguished by its "V" shaped chassis with automotive lacquer finishes, combining classic techniques from audio's golden era with modern technologies, with each component hand-built and tuned by founder Amedeo Schembri.
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McIntosh
MC3500 Mk II
30000
/
Released
2021
Inspired by the amplifier that inspired a generation. There's no denying the historic significance of the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair. There had never been anything like it, and many would argue there's not been anything like it since. With an unexpected crowd of over 400,000 people, there was a lot that could have gone wrong – and some things did. But one aspect that's nearly universally agreed upon was how great all the musicians sounded. That sound quality is thanks in part to the McIntosh MC3500 Vacuum Tube Amplifiers that exclusively powered the sound system used at Woodstock.
McIntosh is one of the most iconic amplifier brands in the world, recognizable for its signature blue LED displays and distinctive industrial design. With a legacy spanning decades, McIntosh is known to many, even outside the audiophile community, and is sold in both mass-market retailers and specialized hifi stores. Their amplifiers are characterized by a warm, tube-like sound that enriches the midrange and smooths out the overall tonal balance.
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Product Strengths
- Delivers 350 watts into 2-ohm, 4-ohm, or 8-ohm loads
- The design has a purity that is quite amazing
- Effortless power
- Soundstage is big
- Transparent
Product Considerations
- Not necessarily suitable for pairing with extremely cold sounding, sterile or bright speakers
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- MC3500 is more open and airy, with base not as hard fisted, compared to Krell KSA 250
- It compares with brands like soulution, big Audio Research, and CH Precision, but at a lower cost
Takeaway: The MC3500 is an impressive amplifier that delivers a natural and pure sound, able to drive almost any speaker. If you're in the market for a McIntosh amp, this is the one that makes music sound pure, simple and unadulterated.
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McIntosh is one of the most iconic amplifier brands in the world, recognizable for its signature blue LED displays and distinctive industrial design. With a legacy spanning decades, McIntosh is known to many, even outside the audiophile community, and is sold in both mass-market retailers and specialized hifi stores. Their amplifiers are characterized by a warm, tube-like sound that enriches the midrange and smooths out the overall tonal balance.
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Balanced Audio Technology
Rex 3 Tube
25676
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Released
2021
Think of REX 3 as four single-ended amplifiers in one box. Two waveforms per channel are summed at the output transformer. We call this a single-ended bridge design. This unique design acheives the finesse and naturalness of a Class A single-ended triode amplifier. With the power, dynamics, and control of a Class AB push pull amplifier.
Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) designs all their components with fully balanced circuits and dual-mono power supplies, which deliver better channel separation and cleaner sound reproduction. BAT's signature approach includes zero global feedback and their Unistage circuit design, which amplifies the signal only once through a short signal path to preserve the original audio characteristics.
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Product Strengths
- 'Dynamic', 'extended', and 'smooth, yet revealing' performance
- Makes everything sound more real, providing a deeper understanding of the music
- Brings the listener closer to the essence of the original performance
Product Considerations
- Might sound a bit 'tight' when brand new, out of the box
Takeaway: The REX 3 seems to be a high-quality product that offers a very real and engaging music listening experience. It could be worth buying if you want to get closer to the heart of the music.
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Balanced Audio Technology (BAT) designs all their components with fully balanced circuits and dual-mono power supplies, which deliver better channel separation and cleaner sound reproduction. BAT's signature approach includes zero global feedback and their Unistage circuit design, which amplifies the signal only once through a short signal path to preserve the original audio characteristics.
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