Or the F-07 Integrated which would also be of interest and $2.5k less.
Japan-Made Esoteric F-07 Integrated Amplifier Puts You in the Midst of Unforgettable Musical Moments: 170Wpc Dual-Mono Design Prizes Texture, Balance, Richness, Warmth, and Naturalism
There's no substitute for being in the moment when the thwack of a bass drum serves as a lightning-bolt-out-of-the-blue shockwave, a power chord registers deep in your chest, or the swelling crescendo of a string section brings an orchestral arrangement to a ravishing climax. Reproducing such all-encompassing musical presence with breathtaking effortlessness, balance, and richness is the Esoteric F-07 integrated amplifier's primary purpose. Handmade in Japan and crafted to perfectionist standards, the 170Wpc F-07 prizes texture, warmth, and naturalism.
A fully balanced preamplifier section, balanced power-amplifier input stage, dual-mono configuration through all stages, an extremely low signal path, exclusive Quad Volume Control System, and super-low-noise logic control contribute to the faithful, clean, wide-range sound. Consider the onboard MM/MC phono preamplifier, audiophile-grade headphone amplifier, and two-band tone controls rewards for making such a wise investment.
