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Amplifier Choosing

Hello;

I have two option for tube amplifier,

First one is jadis defy 7, Power amplifier, which is second hand approx. 10 years old. But brand new nos tubes. It is 5000Euro.

Ihave antelope zodiac gold dac, I plan to use it's pre amplifier function.

Second option is brand new Jadis i 35 integrated amplifier 4xkt120 tubes. Also same price.

I am very thank you for your kindly helps. :)
128x128kerem737
brf
1,715 posts
 
Which version of the Defy? Also, what speakers will you be using?
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I would go with the 7 if your DAC has preamp functions. If you go with the integrated, you will be using 2 preamps linked together.
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kerem737 OP
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Than you for your responses
My Speaker Pmc 23 and my other question is if I Linked 2 preamps together(zodiac preamp is very well) any sound quality loss?
And are threre any chance to override integrated amplifier s preamp unit?
detlof
1,899 posts
 
ZD542 is right. Also the older Defy 7 are excellent and fairly simple to repair if something goes wrong. Even if you managed to split the Jadis i35 and use only the "amp-part", from what I remember, the Defy is more powerful and has better dynamics. Also the Defy 7 is well known for its reliability. The price though seems a bit on the high side for a unit that is 10 years old.
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