Top Tier Amps

[Mike]

no, i have not heard them. i would really love to. i love amplifiers and any new and good manufacture is more than welcome. block audio is welcome and i wish them the best only.

my issue is that you are saying block audio is among the worlds 10 most percepted high end amps.

They’ve been around longer than many on that list. You should hear them. They have the slam of Soulution, the bass of gryphon and the midrange liquidity of tubes. Class A beauty. Oh, and $60k/PAIR for the SE monos beating $180k amps IMO. One listen and you’ll know. Build quality out of this world. Love their matching stands too!

When I asked my Euro dealer/reviewer friends if they were T+A level or CH/Soulution/Dart level - they all said top tier! I totally agree.


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[u-sound]

well, looking at them leaves no doubt! beautiful clean sota design like ch for half the price.
the cooling ribs are my only concern. wife and me got hurt a few times by mark levinsons...

 

[sb6]

I never heard of Block audio, they look like beasts. In terms of popularity, if they're not reviewed in the big 2 audio magazines (Stereo Review and TAS) then they usually aren't mainstream high end IMO. Again, this has nothing to do with their sonic abilities or lack thereof.

 

[Mike]

I never heard of Block audio, they look like beasts. In terms of popularity, if they're not reviewed in the big 2 audio magazines (Stereo Review and TAS) then they usually aren't mainstream high end IMO. Again, this has nothing to do with their sonic abilities or lack thereof.

This is an interesting point. Not speaking of Block, but more in general terms, I think it’s more important to have 5-10 reviews by soundstage, PTA, Enjoy The Music, PF, than one review by one of the big two. The reason? I’ve had customers say, “yah, but I can only find one review, the absolute sound review and nothing else…”

I’d rather have a plethora of reviews than just one in a big mag.


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[Phil A]

Sometimes with mainstream magazines it is somewhat of a pay to play. I haven't looked at them to see if Block Audio advertises in them but that could be part of the issue. The reviews of their products are listed at the Block Audio site - Reviews – Block Audio

 

[Ritmo]

I’ve heard them at Mike’s store. They are outstanding. Heard them driving a pair of Vivid G1 Spirits. Impressive to say the least.

 

[sb6]

This is an interesting point. Not speaking of Block, but more in general terms, I think it’s more important to have 5-10 reviews by soundstage, PTA, Enjoy The Music, PF, than one review by one of the big two. The reason? I’ve had customers say, “yah, but I can only find one review, the absolute sound review and nothing else…”

I’d rather have a plethora of reviews than just one in a big mag.


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I get it and I'm not a dealer so I don't have nearly as many data points as you. But from folks into audio that I know, many are vested in reviewers' feedback / reviews (think Fremer with analog). They could care less about other spurious lesser tier magazines.

IMO the more data the better, reviews, dealer opinions, owners' feedback and of course, best of all listening to the prospective equipment on a similar system to mine is best.

 

[Mike]

I get it and I'm not a dealer so I don't have nearly as many data points as you. But from folks into audio that I know, many are vested in reviewers' feedback / reviews (think Fremer with analog). They could care less about other spurious lesser tier magazines.

IMO the more data the better, reviews, dealer opinions, owners' feedback and of course, best of all listening to the prospective equipment on a similar system to mine is best.

I’m in agreement with you. The more the merrier. I really enjoy the Soundstage reviews and PF too.


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[sb6]

I’m in agreement with you. The more the merrier. I really enjoy the Soundstage reviews and PF too.


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Me too Mike. After conversing with Doug at Soundstage, that helped push me over to buy the Giya G2 S2s. He bought the same speakers not too long afterwards

 

[7ryder]

I bought my Vivid B1 Decades after reading Doug's review several years ago. I bet he's turned quite a few folks on to Vivid b/c of his reviews. Shoot, now I have to move from my Tier 3 amp (Hegel H30) to Tier 2...thanks guys!

 

[Kuoppis]

I don’t agree. Block is catching on. I was watching the comments on Jay’s latest video and a bunch of folks thought his amps were Block! So much for “no one” knowing the name.

Maybe YOU don’t know about them!

By the way, you’re free to start your own list and have folks debate.

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Who the fudge is Jay?

So far they’re nowhere in Europe, Mike. No reviews, no presentations.


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[Kuoppis]

Sometimes with mainstream magazines it is somewhat of a pay to play. I haven't looked at them to see if Block Audio advertises in them but that could be part of the issue. The reviews of their products are listed at the Block Audio site - Reviews – Block Audio

None of them is a magazine, just minor online sites.

The point here is if you ask an audio retailer for the best brands, they miraculously happen to be the ones the retailer represents.


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[Mike]

None of them is a magazine, just minor online sites.

The point here is if you ask an audio retailer for the best brands, they miraculously happen to be the ones the retailer represents.


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Are all the ones I have in tier 1 brands I represent? I hardly think so and the brand I own personally I have pegged at tier 3.

Again, people are free to start their own list.

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[Mike]

I’ve decided I’ll now be bringing the Block Audio gear (with Vivid G1 Spirits) for Florida Audio Expo attendees to hear.


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[4N6]

I’ve decided I’ll now be bringing the Block Audio gear (with Vivid G1 Spirits) for Florida Audio Expo attendees to hear.

Great idea. Definitely need to get this brand some more exposure.

 

[4N6]

Coincident is another brand to consider adding to the list. Been around a while (yet quietly), and really sound great. They were part of one of the best sounds at the Capital Audio Fest.

Also Atma-Sphere.

 

[Mechnutt]

Coincident is another brand to consider adding to the list. Been around a while (yet quietly), and really sound great. They were part of one of the best sounds at the Capital Audio Fest.

Also Atma-Sphere.

I was also wondering where Atma-sphere and BAT fit in.

 

[still-one]

I’ve decided I’ll now be bringing the Block Audio gear (with Vivid G1 Spirits) for Florida Audio Expo attendees to hear.


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Mike the only issue with not being able to A/B the Block's with other gear at the Show as we can in your store, few will realize just how good they are.

 

[Mikado463]

Mike the only issue with not being able to A/B the Block's with other gear at the Show as we can in your store, few will realize just how good they are.

While true, the 'good fisherman' knows how to bait his hook !

 

[Mike]

I was also wondering where Atma-sphere and BAT fit in.

Where would you suggest? Tier 3? I really like both. Tier 2 for BAT?


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