Octave VT80 SE Stereo Tube Integrated Amplifier; Super Black Box

Octave VT80 SE Stereo Tube Integrated Amplifier Highlights

Product: Octave VT80 SE Stereo Tube Integrated Amplifier; Super Black Box

Product SKU: 84278

Serial Number: 415114744

Input Voltage: 120V

Cosmetic Description: Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some minor scuffs and scratches on the chassis of the Super Black Box. There are also some small marks on the top of the amplifier chassis. These blemishes will not be readily visible from your listening position, and do not detract from the overall wonderful appearance. 

What is Included: Integrated Amplifier, Four Tungsol KT150 Tubes, Two Telefunken ECC82 Tubes, One Telefunken ECC81 Tube, Super Black Box Power Supply Booster, Remote, Manual, Power Cable, Factory Packaging

Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age: Unknown

# of Owners: Unknown

Tobacco Exposure: No

Service History: None

MSRP: $17000

Other Notes: 

The "Phono" input is only a line-level input.

"The Octave Audio V 80 SE is one unusual integrated amplifier. It packs a wallop, is perhaps the single most transparent and neutral machine ever to grace my Greenwich Village hi-fi rig, and is so acute to the source that I find myself adjusting the volume for every record. The V 80 SE lacked the tonal color, warmth, and shapeliness of textures I've come to love from my Shindo separates, and it could sometimes unleash hard upper-register attacks. But the Octave excelled with a different mien, a different style. Its vast power reserves created authoritative performances with substantial images of superb depth. The louder it played, the more commanding was its sound. Its portrayal of microdynamics was as good as its macrodynamic mettle. And once its bulbous KT150 tubes calmed down, I greatly enjoyed the V 80 SE's residence in Castle Micallef. Given the proper accompanying gear, and perhaps a willing companion, highly recommended." - Ken Micallef, Stereophile

Product Specifications

Manual

Reviews:  Review 1

Review 2

Shipping: Cost to ship this item within the contiguous United States is a flat rate of $179- including packaging and insurance. For all other locations including Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Alaska, please request a quote prior to purchase. Items with factory packaging will be double boxed. When factory packaging not available re-usable shipping box with custom injected-foam mold will be used. (for all items over 10 lbs). Note that all items valued over $750 will require a signature upon delivery.