Jadis Fidelity

I am not sure how much that amp will fetch, but I do know it probably sounds wonderful. There are probably buyers. As far as your other questions, I think there are several reasons. One being that the Jadis presence in this country for the last few years has been really small. So, there is not much product out there. Second, when you are happy with what you own, and cannot find better, why sell? You can buy different amps, but can you buy better? Pride of ownership in a Jadis amp has to be among the highest of any brand. They possess everything that most of us are in this hobby for. Finesse, speed, lightness, detail, dynamics, slam, guts, obvious build quality, seemingly rugged build quality along the lines of a tank(at least I hope so, but I have only had mine for a year), and esthetics. Above all else, they are MUSICAL. I find many Jadis owners are also cut from a different cloth than many other audiophiles. Rather than riding on the constant merry go round of equipment upgrades, they often have made a lifetime purchase ala their Jadis. I know that I have made one...

I have a Jadis defy 7(6550) in excellent condition for sale. Interested?

I Have owned a JP80mc preamp for nearly 6 years. Oldest component I own. I have considered change or upgrade. Maybe something new with different signature. More bottom end. Who knows. But, fortunately I have retained this fantastic piece with no regrets, no mechanical problems and a consistency not experienced with other components. It's also beautiful to look at. Previously, I owned a Defy 7, moved up to a JA 200, which I sold when re-evaluating the importance of high fidelity in my life. Since, I purchased a pair of CATs, but would never rue owning another set of Jadis amps. If you do not locate used product on the websites, try dealing with the distributor, Northstar Leading The Way. He has been known to cut deals. Good luck and assure yourself of satisfying listening by properly matching components.

Jadis presence in the US is probably fairly minute. Not so in Europe, but also here you will find practically no offers on the used market. The reason is the reliability of all gear, their policy of not upgrading every three months, ( think of ARC of yore!!) and the musicality of these products, People who own Jadis gear, no matter what, generally see no reason for changing. The sonic signature has something very seductive. Solo instruments and voices have a tremendous, three dimensional presence, especially via electrostatics or the better horn speakers made here in Europe, and last not least there is just that slight euphonic touch, a combination of very subtle warmth with a slightly exaggerated punch, which can give you the illusion of being there. Then of course first class workmanship and very good looks. Who wants more.... to me that's why you practically do not find them anywhere and if at all, then at exorbitant prices.