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Fezz vs Raven

Hello all. I'm starting to look into adding a turntable to my system. I would like to pair said turntable with an integrated tube amp.  I want to get a set up that is good enough that I won't be looking to upgrade in a year. A Michell Technodec paired with a Fezz Evolution Titania was recomended to me by the gentleman at Auralhifi in Denver. Thinking is that that turntable and integrated tube amp are of high enough quality that they'll provide a listening experience that'll be hard to beat and keep me satisfied for years to come. Maybe not reference level but damn good. At the same price point as the Fezz is the Raven Nighthawk.  Both have good reviews and seem solid. Does anyone have experience with these brands?  What are your thoughts?  My speakers are 95db sensitive with active woofers so won't take much to drive. Thanks for any input. 

sandrodg73
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ozzy62
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I’ve been using tube amps for 25 years. I’ve never had any fireworks. I’ve lost a couple of output transformers, but that was uneventful. Depending on the circuit design, most tube amps will blow a fuse if a tube runs away. Others, it will take out a resistor, again, uneventful.

Just for a point of reference, I can count off the top of my head, 20 different tube amps I’ve owned. Never had the need to use a fire extinguisher…..

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jond
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I'd say if you have a good dealer recommending a synergistic pairing go for it, at least stop by Auralhifi and give that combo a listen.

sandrodg73 OP
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Thanks all.  I was hoping that someone had 1st hand experience with Raven or Fezz.  Maybe the lack of familiarity with the products by the members here is a sign......

tkrtrb125
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I have owned only the Raven Blackhawk and Osprey and they are well built fine sounding tube integrated amplifiers. Not that familiar with Fezz. 

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jond
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Perhaps not much of a sign Fezz seems pretty new to the market so not many users and Raven is a small boutique shop. The good news is you will hopefully be able to listen to the Fezz amp.

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