Audio Hungaray Qualiton A50i vs LTA Z40+ Integrated


I need help deciding between the Audio Hungaray Qualiton A50i and the LTA Z40+ Integrated Amp. Both seem to be great but I can get the Hungarian for 1k cheaper. I will be using them strictly for music. I plan on powering a pair of Focal Aria 936 K2's and a sealed sub, maybe two. Like everyone else here, I am looking for the best sound quality possible. Thanks

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Although I had been using only tube amps from 2000 to 2022, I got impressed with Starkrimson monoblocks which cost around 2k$ wtih Gan updated supply.

 

I still keep five tube amps including Silbatone 300b SET.

 

It is also pleasure to use it during summertime since it generate little heat.

 

Compared with Line Magnetic 508 amp fitted with vintage tubes, this little guy come very close if not better in clarity and overall musicality.

 

if you get this, yoiu can have money for tube pre amp.

 

https://youtu.be/ziImnuT2bWE

 

Thomas

Out of both amps I mentioned which one would yall say is the most musical.

Im really going for a holographic effect, and realistic instruments.

Thanks yall

 

Line Magnetic 805 will give holographic imaging and very musical sound.

 

https://youtu.be/ecBw3Jm-Rhs

 

I had lived with LM 508 ( old version) for 5 years.

 

It is also dream for tube roller.

 

My friend prefer my Lm 508 to his Dartzeel 108.

 

Thomas

 

 

If you can swing it the best "Holographic" sound I have heard was played through David Bernings own amp and preamps. Why consider the watered down version?

@edwinf - if you are looking for “most realistic instruments” I’d say 100% to go with the LTA preamp. Both have a holographic quality, but the LTA has more of a live music feel to it. 
 

Also, look out for a private message from me.