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Note that this is a discontinued product. You may want to visit the brand's page here to browse their newer products.

What reviewers think

Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.

Product Strengths

  • The 211 tubes are known for a more delicate and realistic sound
  • Designed to deliver top sonics and low self-noise, making it suitable for high-efficiency speakers
  • Has a buffered pre-out for connecting a subwoofer

Product Considerations

  • The T-211 production was sold out at one point
  • It consumes a constant 200W of power regardless of volume, because it operates in Class A

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Compared to 845 tubes, 211 tubes have a more delicate and realistic sound, whereas 845s offer a bolder sound
  • Compared to Kondo's Ongaku, Voxativ's electronics are less expensive

Takeaway: The T211 integrated amplifier uses quality parts to give a realistic listening experience. With careful engineering and design, it can bring out the best in your speakers.

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T211

reviews

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An excellent review of a great product
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An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022

Manufacturer details

  • Frequency Response: 20 - 20.000 Hz
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: 97 dB
  • Distortion: 2 %
  • Tubes: 2 x 211 - Psvane reference Tubes, selected type or 2 x 211 - Psvane ACME Tubes, Titanium, 2 x 6SN7 - driver stage, 2 x 6SL7 - input stage
  • Input Sensitivity: 180 mV
  • Input: 3 x line
  • Output: 8/16 Ohm and preamp-out
  • Power Handling: 2 x 12 W
  • Power Consumption: 220 W
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 17 x 10 x 19" (43 x 25 x 47 cm)
  • Weight: 100 lbs (45 kg)
This Berliner is the perfect playmate for high-efficiency speakers. If you want something done right – do it yourself applies to everything we do. So, we built a better SET integrated to drive the highly efficient nature of our drivers. This final version features 211 reference tubes in teflon sockets, a 48-step motor-driven attenuator, remote control + separate heating and AC transformers housed in an AST® tuned chassis milled from a 110lbs block of aluminum.
The prettiest way to drive your high efficiency speakers. 12 watts of single ended 211 tube sound. The Voxativ 211-based integrated amplifier is a 100 lbs. (45 kg) beauty. It is inbuilt in a one-piece housing that is milled out of a 150 lbs (63kg) aluminium block. The outside surface is anodized, not painted. The internal circuit is a compete direct-through. Also used: Voxativ output transformers. We define our transformers as musical instruments - like our drivers, and this is what you get. The Voxativ T211 integrated amplifier: Excellent sound for Voxativ and all other high efficiency speakers. This amplifier is equipped with a preamp-out stage to drive the Voxativ 9.87 woofer section. Handmade by the team of Voxativ in Germany.
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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:

  • They distinguish themselves by hand-crafting nearly every component of their wideband drivers in-house, allowing for complete control over design and materials, including specialized paper diaphragms and unique motor designs.
  • The brand's speakers often feature back-loaded horn designs and proprietary Acoustic Stealth Technology (AST) to optimize bass response and manage internal resonances without traditional crossovers.
  • Voxativ creates complete audio systems, including amplifiers and cables, designed to synergize with their wideband drivers, ensuring optimal performance and a cohesive sonic signature.

HAGEN² TOWER

  • Positioning: A compact, budget-friendly tower designed for small rooms.
  • Description: Delivers clear, direct sound with a handcrafted AF-1.9 driver and a housing tuned with Acoustic Stealth Technology to reduce unwanted reflections. Compared to larger, more complex systems like the Alberich Array or 9.88 System, it offers practical performance for users with modest space and budget needs.

ZETH

  • Positioning: An elegant, full-range tower that balances refined aesthetics with natural sound.
  • Description: Features a horn guidance based on AST and a specially developed full-range driver for fast transient response and precise bass integration. Compared to the simple design of the Hagen² Tower and the modular configurations of Alberich models, it appeals to users seeking a higher level of sonic detail.

ALBERICH² METAL

  • Positioning: A premium, metal-crafted loudspeaker known for its resonance-free performance.
  • Description: Impresses with a fully metallic housing engineered to eliminate resonance and deliver balanced sound even at low volumes. Compared to the more straightforward Zeth and the versatile Alberich Array, it offers elevated build quality and technical sophistication.

ALBERICH ARRAY SYSTEM

  • Positioning: A modular speaker system crafted for expansive sound and tailored performance.
  • Description: Stands out by integrating three drivers with pure copper cabling and an option for pure aluminum enclosures to provide a resonance-free, immersive audio experience. Compared to the rigid design of the Alberich² Metal and the highly configurable 9.88 System, it allows users to customize performance for larger spaces while balancing cost and versatility.

9.88 SYSTEM

  • Positioning: A groundbreaking, hybrid-active system engineered for ultimate audio customization and room-filling power.
  • Description: Combines a new full-range AC-4NP driver with an optional .01 Mid-Module and an active subwoofer to deliver deep, precise bass and highly personalized sound curves. Compared to the modular Alberich Array and the premium Alberich² Metal, it targets users with the highest budget and complex functional needs who desire extensive tuning options for large spaces.
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Founding Year
2008

Our take on the brand

Voxativ is a Berlin-based hifi brand that handcrafts single-driver loudspeakers without crossovers, resulting in more coherent sound reproduction through their field coil drivers. Their speakers are specifically designed for audiophiles who prefer tube amplification, as their high-efficiency drivers perform exceptionally well with low-powered amplifiers.

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Our interview with the brand

What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?

At Voxativ, we follow the philosophy of absolute signal purity – this is why we design and build our own wideband drivers entirely in Berlin, without any crossover components in the signal path. One key innovation is our patented Acoustic Stealth Technology, which allows the drivers to produce full-range sound with stunning resolution and dynamics, all from a single voice coil.

Secondly, we believe in the synergy of engineering and craftsmanship: all our cabinets are handmade with precision joinery and fine veneers, acting as musical instruments rather than mere housings. This holistic approach results in a level of emotional engagement that we believe is quite rare in high-end audio.

What's your approach to customer support?

We always encourage customers to contact their local dealer or distributor first – they are part of the Voxativ family and trained to assist with all typical needs. However, if a customer prefers, or if the issue is more specialized, they are always welcome to contact us directly.

We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with our clients, and that includes aftercare. Whether it's helping a customer reconfigure their system, adjust positioning, or even upgrade older components, we're always just a phone call or email away. We've even flown across the globe to personally install or fine-tune systems – because music, like friendship, deserves personal attention.

What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?

Keith Jarrett – Köln Concert (Part I): This piece shows how naturally and intimately our systems reproduce piano timbre and room acoustics.

Youn Sun Nah – My Favorite Things: Her voice, full of subtlety and nuance, is a great test of transparency and realism.

Yello – The Race: Dynamic, detailed, and rhythmically complex – a thrilling way to show off bass precision and soundstage layering.

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Our Summary

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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Our take on the brand

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

  • '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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Our take on the brand

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