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Plinius Odeon versus Accuphase PX-600 power amps.
See also my review on the Plinius Odeon poweramp.
The Accuphase is also a very nice and goodsounding amplifier, especially with its own pre-amp, the CX-260.
While comparing them to the other combinations however, I find the Accuphases too much on the clinical side,
too analitic, with not enough musicality. In general this may be a real good sounding combo if only you limit yourself to this combination. Once you start comparing them with other things, you may get into serious doubts.
I also encountered some better matching with other speakers then my B&W’s. (It seems to sound better with Dynaudio)
Conclusion :
The Plinius Odeon sounded better than the Accuphase who’s sound is too analitical and misses some soundstage-coherence. Strengths:
Well and nicely build, good sounding as long as you don't compare them to other (even less) expensive gear. Weaknesses:
Personally I find them (the power as well at the pre-amp) too much on the analytical side. It misses coherence.
Too small in power (100 W / 8 Ohm), less dynamic than other amplifiers, too slow.
Don't bridge the poweramp, the sound gets worser.
Far too expensive in Europe. Similar Products Used:
Plinius Odeon power amp
Belcanto Pre6 preamp
MacIntosh Preamp C45
Classé CA2200 power + CP500 Pre
Teac Esoteric DV-50S
B&W Nautilus N803
See also my review on the Plinius poweramp.
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