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Review 3 of 3
Price Paid:
$6000.00
from 2nd hand at Taipei Summary:
I have owned Gryphon Sonata (the previous generation of Sonata Allegro) for two years. Before it were Accuphase C-290 and Levinson 26s. I temporarily tried Levinson 380s for some time but rather disappointed, quite analytical and not as musical as 26s. Fortunately there was one set of Sonata available at the store and I brought back home for a trial. Woo what a difference!! Balanced, detailed, sweet high, solid bass, tube-like musicality... In a word, no flaws for my ears. This preamp has been in my system and I can hardly imagine what can replace it. I had an opportunity to try Cello Audio Palette, and both my wife and I found the magic disappears. Ad Palette was used as a preamp (without Suite), this comment may be inadequate.
Sonata is a genuine dual-mono design, and need two power cords. I use two NBS Monitor 0, costly but very powerful. Strengths:
Balanced, detailed, sweet high, solid bass, tube-like musicality... Weaknesses:
No flaws for my ears. Similar Products Used:
Jadis JPL, Accuphase C-290, Levinson 26s and 380s, Cello Audio Palette
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