Vitus SM-011

[Thimios]

I am looking for any feedback (use or audition) from AA users on the Vitus newest monoblocks SM-011? How they differ from the older series (SM-010) and how they compare with the superb integraded SIA-025?

Thimios, I haven't heard the SM-011 mono's, but I know my Dealer thought the sm-010's were awesome. I have heard the SIA-025 on a few occasions & it is excellent. Although on paper the SM-011 mono's would only have 5 more watts in Class A, i'd expect them to have a lot more power and the ability to handle a difficult load. If you're considering the mono's, i'd also consider the SS-101 for about the same price. Bare in mind though that to get the best sound out of the Vitus amps you MUST use a Vitus pre. So if you aren't likely to be shopping for a Vitus pre, i'd lean toward the SIA-025 depending on your power requirements.

[Thimios]

Originally Posted by Bodhisattva

Thimios, I haven't heard the SM-011 mono's, but I know my Dealer thought the sm-010's were awesome. I have heard the SIA-025 on a few occasions & it is excellent. Although on paper the SM-011 mono's would only have 5 more watts in Class A, i'd expect them to have a lot more power and the ability to handle a difficult load. If you're considering the mono's, i'd also consider the SS-101 for about the same price. Bare in mind though that to get the best sound out of the Vitus amps you MUST use a Vitus pre. So if you aren't likely to be shopping for a Vitus pre, i'd lean toward the SIA-025 depending on your power requirements.

David, thx for the comments. Very useful.