More supertriode amplifiers what is a supertriode amplifier. When i saw the single small box from vtl marked tiny triode, i was crestfallen. It will not sounded overpower although the power is doubled, but it adds alot more control improved clarity of soundstage, more weight, and even more extended highs. Michael fremer jan 9, 2016 vacuum tube logic vtl introduced at ces 2016 the new 2. Do not place amplifier on the floor where small children can tamper with the equipment. Utilizing the finest quality parts, and entirely hand built by experienced craftsmen, the st150 is vtls offering of a. Vtls new mb450 series iii mono power amps make owning valves easier than ever before. This wonderful beampentode poweramplifier tube has a sound. One of the best and most incredible sounding tube amplifiers ever manufactured. The tiny 420 power amp was a cute design, driving quads with ease actually it blew my quad 405 amplifier away.
Steves vtl triode 45 valve amplifier audio circuit. The original tt25 was manufactured in 1989 while david was still managing vtl. I would like to return them to basically to stock, especially their gain, since they would mate better with my. Vtl tiny triode 25 watt riproduzione audio melius club. The pushpull circuit includes a final stage with two power tubes intended for the. To purchase triode 25 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an authorised retailer. Was wondering if this is not a true triode design what would i gain if anything by purchasing a straight triode amplifier. Vtl in california are well known for their tube amplifiers. In my case i wanted a good understanding of what loading does to the sound so i tried 20 or so different combos from 10 times down to 15 what was recommended by the cartridge maker. This little tiny triode is too damn wonderful for toys. There is a subtle difference in sound but i do like the triode mode better. Vtl mb300 deluxe 300 wattschannel of unbridled, 6550. Limited edition 10th anniversary stereo 60 triode integrated kt90 amplifier. A supertriode amplifier is a hybrid design that gives the driving wheel to a triode, so the tube can control the current current conduction of a highercurrent device, such as a power mosfet or transistor or power pentode or, even, an ic power amplifier.
John manley was born in capetown, south africa august 26, 1939. The vtl vtl triode 25 is a power amplifier in the valve amplifier category. The original tt 25 was manufactured in 1989 while david was still managing vtl. All the features and functionality of the renowned mb450 and mb185 series iii signature monoblocks are built in, but in a package. I recently picked this up at my local audio store as it came in on a trade in.
We look forward to resuming full operation as soon as possible. The power supply uses a 25 watt torroid transformer, and two adjustable regulators. A few tiny marks edge, not easy to see, no original box. The 45triode sound signature is even more pronounce, liquid, and silky. The vtl triode 45 is a monoblock amplifier, and uses a pushpull output stage with two 300b. Manley 35 and 50 watt monoblocks and tiny triodes manley. The amps are mono blocks, consonance cyber 800se with the pentodetriode switch. The amplifier has very few parts, is easy to build and repair, and the cost of the. The new triode amplifier 25 has experienced a long and painstaking design and testing period despite the considerable experience already gained in the construction of its predecessor, the triode 20. The new s200 takes that proposition to a new level by including vtls latest technology in a space saving single chassis design. Vtl stopped producing these amplifiers as they cost more to make then the retail price.
Certain symbols are used in this owners manual to draw your. Onthespot switching between tetrode and triode modes of operation that is easy to reach and user switchable. These are the limited edition model, the last made by vtl, in a limited run of 500, therefore are unobtainable new. Vtl s200 signature stereo amplifier sound decisions. The output stage is included in the opamp feedback loop, so the distortion figures are amazingly low. Vtl tiny triodes tt25 monoblock amplifier tube audiogon. Digital devices run on integrated circuits, and use software to. The amplifier has very few parts, is easy to build and repair, and the cost of. Vtl monoblocks can also be purchased in single units, for use in multichannel systems.
Going parallel makes everything more consistent, and easier to get to the best triode sounding point. Manley first vtl products were originally designed in 1980 in south africa for recording studios. The latest revisions to the vtl monoblock series bring substantial improvements to the technical and musical performance, cementing vtls position as the world leader in hiend amplification. Search for vtl triode 25 audiogon discussion forum. Sep 28, 2009 are you refering to the vtl tt 25, aka tiny triode. I havent listened to the tt 25 but have seen one with the bottom cover removed. A triode is an electronic amplifying vacuum tube or valve in british english consisting of three electrodes inside an evacuated glass envelope. In triode mode the output power of amplifier is roughly halved, and the sonic character takes on that quality typical of triode operation. A canada based manufacture in hifi tube amplifiers. Two el84 parallel pushpull monoblocks, 25w each in triode mode. The vtl range of power amplifiers offer a unique feature that makes them even more flexible.
You wont hurt anything by trying the different settings. The triode is the most common type of tube in audio amplifiers, hayes explains to me over the phone. Vtl office is temporarily closed pursuant to the california governors mandated stay at home order of march 19, 2020. A very good sounding amp with two crossfeed stages and two gain settings.
Love my vtl st 150 tube amp but trying to get any assistance whether be info,parts,emails answered is impossible from that company. We can be contacted via email at email protected executive order n3320 is in effect until further notice. I havent really heard too much about vtl, till i started looking on the internet and found about about david manleys accomplishments. It soon became clear that big jon, as he is known, is also a very serious audiophile, with a. Vtl siegfried reference series ii monoblock the absolute. You can read the dimensions, you can look at the picture. May 11, 2002 vtl tiny triode s have 25 watts i believe. The completely direct heating amplifier, tubes are 2610y 300b and telefunken az12 rectifier,interstage transformer sowther,output tansformer partridge. It is often said that tetrode amplifier circuits deliver more muscular sound, while triodes are more emotionally connective.
For sale is a pair of the vtl tt25 tiny triode monoblock amplifiersthis is number 123 of a limited edition of 500. Mode tet for tetrode mode, and mode tri for triode mode. Trying to get customer service from vtl is like trying to. Proper loading is fairly objective and can vary with your equipment and personal preferences. Over 150 watts per channel 300 watts of stereo power, this stereo amplifier offers superb musical clarity and plenty of power in one compact chassis. Prima di continuare a leggere queste sono le istruzioni. When its driven by my vtl pr1 preamp, i cant move the volume control. Your question may be answered by sellers, manufacturers, or customers who purchased this item, who are all part of the amazon community. If you want to see if the schematic you are looking for is printed by sams, please consult their photofact index.
The lowestpowered amplifiers almost always have the most minimal circuit. Well i thought it was worth giving it the once over being now over 25 years old and nice. Sep 28, 2009 are you refering to the vtl tt25, aka tiny triode. A pair of vtl tt 25 tiny triodes monoblock amplifiers in mint condition in appearance and performance. Luke manley, vtls ceo, explains that the sonic differences between triode and tetrode make. We are happy to receive another blue moon award by 6moons, a true and honest magazine on real hifi.
I havent listened to the tt25 but have seen one with the bottom cover removed. To my astonishment, i opened it up to find both amps. Here is a genuinely powerful amplifier that biases itself, monitors itself, protects itself and given half a chance, would probably feed itself too. Either way, they are now in my system and i can only say how much i was surprised with the sound of these. Edcor transformers, allen bradley cc resistors, mundorf supreme coupling caps, silver solder, etc. They were built at the vtl factory in the early 1990s. Vtls legendary signature series has long been valued by music lovers who seek outstanding sound at a fair price. They were working fine, it was a faulty ux4 socket pin of my tracer which annoyingly made the grid to appear faulty and open at certain voltage level.
Sds labs headphone amp solid state this little headphone amp uses a pushpull class a mosfet output stage, being driven by an opamp. This monoblock, gives about 23 watts rms into an 8 ohms load. May 11, 2002 vtl tiny triodes have 25 watts i believe. Vtl tt25 tiny triode monoblock amplifiers for sale. Hayes has been making tube amplifiers for about 25 years. The vtl team is proud that you have selected the st150 power amplifiers as a new member of your home audio and home theater system. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by unison research. In 1993 after the manley company split off from vtl, the manley tiny triodes underwent. Switching between triode and pentode mode can safely be carried out when the amplifier is working.
Class a b, 2 x 12at7 and 4 x el84 per channel can be switched on the rear panel operation triode. We sincerely hope that the vtl st150 will contribute towards your. Built from the schematic at the electro print website. With these amps, you can have it your way, with a switch on the back all. Tetrodetriode switching8 bias checking and setting. These are the limited edition series of the famous vtl tt 25 based on two 12at7s and four el84s per monoblock that provide either 25 watts in triode or 45 watts in tetrode mode easily changed via a switch on the back. Thats the thing about vtl equipment and the it85 is in part an integrated amp, in part a gateway drug to more vtlness its so well made and its lines so right, that its hard not to see the beauty in the product. Could an oldschool tube amp make the music you love sound. It might be that the schematic is published in the 2nd edition of the book, but i dont know for sure. Do not flip the triode tetrode switches while the unit is powered on. Paired to the right preamp and speakers, you will be amazed at the musicality of these little amps.
Vtl tt25 limited edition tiny triode monoblock power. The triode 25, like its predecessor, is a pushpull amplifier that utilizes el34 tubes in. As manley points out in the vtl book, there are triodephiles silently walking among us who listen only to triode amps and nothing else. Nov 20, 2011 id suggest vtl tiny triode 25 s amplifiers. Vtl ultimate preamp mc dip switches question vinyl engine.
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