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Octave V70SE vs Qualiton X200

Anyone experience comparing both amps? Currently have the Qualiton X200 on audition and really very impressed. The Octave has gotten really good reviews as well, but from what I’ve read it’s pretty neutral sounding. I’m looking for a warmer sound but still resolving which is why I chose to demo the X200 first. It hasn’t disappointed thus far. Pricing is close, Octave is a bit more but not far away from the X200. This is subjective but looks wise I prefer the X200. Reminds me of my Dads old Hifi setup. Thanks in advance.
chipcalzone
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audiosaurusrex
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@chipcalzoneI’m using Spatial M3 Sapphires 
https://www.spatialaudiolab.com/shop/m3
Definitely the best system I’ve ever owned and probably my last. Good Luck to you!
chipcalzone OP
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Awesome! Thanks for your help again.
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Octave is known to go for more of a Solid State sound like Audio Research tube amps. So if you want Tubey sound go with the Qualiton.
chipcalzone OP
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Thank you this is all I needed to know, I do want a more tube-y sound as I'm moving away from an SS amp.
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I sat in on an Octave demo at the RMAF.  The Octave amp (can't remember which one) was the most impressive piece of gear I saw at the show.  The control of the Dynaudio speakers they had matched up with was fabulous. 
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