KR Audio Kronzilla VA680i Integrated Amplifier
Kronzilla VA680i Integrated Amplifier
Stereo integrated tube amplifier. 60 + 60 Watts RMS
Description | single-ended tube amplifier - pure class A, zero feedback |
Output Tubes | 2x T1610 (Kronzilla) |
Output Power | 2x 60W RMS (THD = 3%) |
Bandwidth | 20Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) |
Output Impedance | 4 / 8 Ohm |
Input | 4x 0.75V RMS / 47 kOhms at 60W |
Dimensions - w x h x d | 38.5 x 41.5 x 55 cm |
Weight | Approx. 50 kg |
Reviews and Awards for the Stereo power amp version (VA680)
No.1, 140 points, Absolute Reference! Best amp in any category, be it solid state or tubes.
Johannes Maier of AUDIO wrote (Dec. 2013):"...the Kronzilla VA680 is crystal-clear and offers the finest resolution imaginable. It is magnificant and powerful with a well-formed bass. All these qualities combine to produce a live character that transports the listener right into the concert hall... the Kronzilla comes from another world, compared to the amps that rely on their reputation rather than their sound...the Kronzilla needs the cheering just about as much as a Stradivarius does..." Check out the entire review
Wojciech Pacuła for Positive Feedback Online (Jun. 2013):
"...what I really want to say, however, can be summed up in a few words: the VA680 is an amplifier that sounds natural and unforced, one that most people who know what they want secretly dreams about at night. It doesn't do everything perfectly, mainly due to its low damping factor and the resulting susceptibility to the speaker's impedance response. However, hook it up with speakers from Harbeth, Spendor, or Raidho and you get the sound you will happily live with for many years, spending your money on music instead..." Check out the entire review