Some also might have been afraid that their own creations would not stand the competition of the Chinese contender I use as a reference. It looks to me that some companies are rather inclined to play safe and pay for advertisement in glossy magazines than to support an independent blogger in his quest to explore the possibilities of audio reproduction. I want to tell you that before knocking on Audio Note’s door I tried with several other manufacturers of audio equipment, but my requests remained unfulfilled. After unpacking I realized that I am not accustomed to see such a solid build every day. Few weeks later Andy Whittle, the sales manager of Audio Note UK, was standing downstairs with a big, 20 kilogram heavy box containing the requested amplifier. In my initial email to him I simply stated that I am interested in this pure class A single-ended amplifier that would probably suit my taste better than my push-pull Line Magnetic LM-211IA . Peter Qvortrup, the owner of Audio Note UK, was so generous to sent me one unit to test and review. I think its performance is particularly suited for smaller environments.I have the pleasure to enjoy Audio Note OTO Phono SE Signature amplifier in my system guys. “OTO Line SE Signature works very well with vintage high efficiency large speakers. Most importantly, it makes one savour its sound!” “The power of the OTO lies in that it can control up to a 15” bass in this small, intimate space with great accuracy, delivering solid, strong, quickly fluctuating volumes with clean, tidy breaks and a steady submersion. OTO drives the Arden with ease, while the latter’s 15” bass creates a larger sound space than the Berkeley’s 12” bass, the Arden also brings richer information and deeper low frequencies.” “The Tannoy Arden uses the 15” Monitor HPD385. In addition to the British charm that the OTO and Berkeley brings, there is also a feeling that the two are equals.” “Tannoy Berkeley makes excellent company with this 10W integrated amp. Its sound is comparatively more refined and elegant, with flowing and lively beats as well as a calm and beautiful flair.” “The Tannoy Berkeley speakers use the 12” Monitor HPD315, and its cabinet is made in-house with thick timber based on original drawings. Together they deliver an energetic and refreshing performance.” The bass is solid and powerful, with vivid and dynamic rhythms. “When the OTO drives the JBL4343, they deliver an open high range, rich fine details at low volumes, warm and moving vocals with a sharp focus. The testing space measures 10 feet wide by 17 feet long.” The source is the OTO’s trusty partner from the same brand, Audio Note’s CD4.1X CD player. “This time, I found three pairs of speakers from the 1970’s with Alnico magnet monitors (the last all-steel ones manufactured by the plant) to pair with the OTO SE Signature integrated amp: JBL 4343 Tannoy Berkely and Tannoy Arden. “Not only is it great for driving modern speakers, it is also a marvel with vintage high efficiency speakers, and that made my heart swoon!” “For a second year in a row, the Audio Note OTO Line SE Signature integrated amplifier has been awarded our publication’s ‘Best Buy of the Year’.” When Audio Note OTO met JBL 4343, TANNOY Berkeley and Arden Driving big Alnico magnetic speakers with the power of 10W vacuum valves –
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