DrMikeOz Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 (edited) SOLD Item Condition: As New Shipping Options: Pickup available but audition is not available.,Pickup available and you can audition.,Shipping is included in price. Suburb or Town: Wollongong State: New South Wales Payment Method: Paypal (buyer pays fees), EFT Reason for selling: quarantine upgrade fever Further information: ** Price Drop - too many amps and i'm getting in trouble.. ** Willsenton R8 tube amp - integrated amp, power amp and headphone amp. One of the new darlings of youtube audio reviewers and a very well made piece of Chi-fi! Takes KT88, EL34, 6CA7, KT77 or 6550 output tubes. Specced with the optional PSVane EL34-PH output tubes. Paid 2100AUD in April and arrived on my doorstep on May 5th 2020, so less than a month old. Save $550 and a significant wait as these things seem to be in high demand - price is firm 230V model Still have original box and outer box so no issues with Australia wide postage (est $50-80) More information here: https://www.china-hifi-audio.com/en/willsenton-tube-amplifier-c-77/willsenton-r8-kt88-el34-x4-tube-integrated-amp-power-amplifier-headphone-p-2268?zenid=6b48d2b2cedb2141b62d652c97b1fae7 This in-depth review covers all the features well - i never thought i'd say this but read the comments as well to learn more about the headphone amp (supposed to be fantastic) and speaker pairings. Photos: Advertisements without photos of the actual item will not be approved. Edited June 2, 2020 by DrMikeOz price drop 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesOz Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I've read a lot of good things about this amp, for both the speakers and headphone parts. I would have definitely taken it if I didnt go the DIY way. GLTWS! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryansamui Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 It has been very well reviewed and punches well above it price point by all accounts. Point to Point wiring and the fact it can be used as an Integrated Amp, 'Power Amp', with multiple tube options, Triode, UL, gives you 8 Amplifiers for the price of one... Heaven knows what it would cost if it was built in Europe or USA?... GLWTS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIN Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 May I ask how do you like them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrMikeOz Posted May 30, 2020 Author Share Posted May 30, 2020 5 hours ago, thundom said: May I ask how do you like them? As Bryan said - it's a great deal. I don't use headphones but otherwise it reminds me of a much improved Musical Paradise MP-301 i had years ago - lots of options for tube rolling which allows you to tailor the sound to your preference. If it doesn't sell i'll hang on to it, i just have too many amps... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIN Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 Thank you，i am thinking about get one to pair with my tannoy DC 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesOz Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 1 hour ago, thundom said: Thank you，i am thinking about get one to pair with my tannoy DC 6 I've never heard the Tannoy DC-6 but I have heard the Revolution XT 6 with tubes amps, it was really good! And I just met Mike, very nice man, you can't go wrong doing business with him 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrMikeOz Posted June 3, 2020 Author Share Posted June 3, 2020 Just dropped the price a bit on this - getting some spousal pressure to clear our my pile of gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc-hifi Posted June 4, 2020 Share Posted June 4, 2020 I'm contemplating an amp upgrade and this is tempting. I live in Taree, 320kms north of Sydney. If we agree on a sale, is it an option to drive and meet halfway, this amp being heavy and fragile to ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrMikeOz Posted June 4, 2020 Author Share Posted June 4, 2020 9 minutes ago, cc-hifi said: I'm contemplating an amp upgrade and this is tempting. I live in Taree, 320kms north of Sydney. If we agree on a sale, is it an option to drive and meet halfway, this amp being heavy and fragile to ship? Thanks for your interest - this has been sold about 5 minutes before you commented. Sorry! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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