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Aesthetix Io-Reliability Problems???

I have heard recently from several sources that the Aesthetix Io phono stage has reliability problems and that it runs through tubes very quickly. What has been the experience of Aesthetix Io owners? What types of failures have occured? Are there any non-owners who know the details of the problems? Since I am interested in the Aesthetix Callisto linestage, which is much simpler and carries fewer tubes, I would like to know if the problems with the Io extend to the Callisto as well. Thanks in advance very much for your help.
rayhall
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gerrym5
286 posts
 
I have had only one pilot error problem (my fault) with Aesthetix Io (volume conrols) in two plus years of very continous use. Jim White has been fantastic with responding to my needs. I had the second power supply added to my unit and WOW that makes the music performance even better.
rayhall OP
393 posts
 
Hi Gerry,

How many times have you had to change tubes in those two years? What is a pilot error problem?

Thanks,
Ray Hall
rayhall OP
393 posts
 
Pilot error problem. Now I get it! . Still, I would like to know about the number of tube changes.
detlof
1,899 posts
 
Hi Gerry,
Now I come in with questions too:
1. Tube changes?
2. Did you keep the original brands?
3. What is a "second power supply" ? An upgrade or beefed up version or are you cascading them in a way unsing two supplies, which to me seems unlikely, though.
Regards,
detlof
hungryear
62 posts
 
Albert Porter has immense experience with the IO and Callisto. I know he has experimented with many varieties of glass. Hopefully, he will share his wisdom.
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