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Art Audio Jota VS Audio Note Conquest

Friends, I am in a situation where one of these could be mine. Both are similarly priced, specs are also similar. Both are Parallel Single ended 300B power amps with 18 watts per channel output. Has anyone heard both ? Or at least has anyone heard similar amps from both these brands ? How do they differ in their presentation ? Any input would greatly helpful in choosing between them.

My taste is more towards honest and truthful presentation rather than being rosy. But I want to keep to tubes, no SS.
pani
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I'm not sure what your budget is, but you may want to consider a VAC 30/30. It uses 2 300b's for each channel. I've had one myself for several years and can't say enough good about it. I'm sure the AN and Art are great also.

I don't know where you live, but I know a really good AN dealer. Wellington audio in FL. I'm pretty sure he has the whole line on display. It may be worth checking out.
pani OP
1,219 posts
 
Maril555, your experience is terrifying. I am buying it pre-owned so thankfully I do not have to deal with AA dealers specifically.
maril555
619 posts
 
Pani,
even if you buy pre-owned, you should consider non-existent customer support. I know people who sent him equipment for repairs and had never gotten it back- that's what I call customer service!
pani OP
1,219 posts
 
Maril55, I am at Singapore, I will be dealing directly with AA UK. I hope they are good.

I am unable to find much on info on how the AA sound differs from AN though.
maril555
619 posts
 
Pani,
You dealing with Art Audio UK changes everything. I have no comments about them whatsoever
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