Sep 22, 2023 · The sound of Ayre amplification, including the component I have in-house for review, the VX-8 stereo power amplifier ($6800), which debuted in April at AXPONA 2023, is supremely quiet, deep-space black, aerodynamic, even futuristic.

The VX-8 will provide plenty of power and control to most speakers, and the input impedance allows a wide variety of preamplifiers to sound their best when connected to the VX-8; making it easy to integrate in nearly any combination of system components.

Aug 3, 2024 · The VX-8 Stereo Power Amplifier made its way to expert Stereophile reviewer, Ken Micallef, and made quite the impression. “Ayre components sound the way a Concorde looks: Sleek. Silent. Distinctive. Powerful.

Ayre’s Double Diamond output stage. Ayre’s exclusive Equilock gain stage. Linear analog power supply. High-speed circuit board material. AyreLink communication system

Jul 25, 2023 · The VX-8 Power Amplifier offers 100 Watts into 8 Ohms and 170 Watts into 4 and includes the familiar list of Ayre tech inside including a 100% Zero-Feedback design, fully-balanced discrete circuitry, Double Diamond output stage and Equilock gain stage, and a linear analog power supply.

The Ayre VX-8 Stereo power amplifier is an excellent value and competes with amplifiers costing much more. One month old, as new condition, all original retail packaging and contents, estimated 200 hours of use, no issues, full functional, and sounds phenomenal. Retail cost $7,000.

Sep 22, 2023 · Description: Solid state balanced stereo power amplifier. Inputs: 1 balanced pair (XLR), 1 single-ended pair (RCA). Output power: 100Wpc into 8 ohms (20dBW), 170Wpc into 4 ohms (19.3dBW). Frequency response: DC–250kHz (–3dB). Voltage gain: 26dB. Input impedance: 1M ohm unbalanced, 2M ohm balanced.

Sep 22, 2023 · The VX-8 extends Ayre's reputation for refined amplification that commendably reproduces music of all genres while asserting its singular, special sound, as unique today, under the guiding hand of Ariel Brown, as with its originator, Charley Hansen.

Product: Ayre Acoustics VX-8 Stereo Power Amplifier. Product SKU: 76202. Serial Number: 30A0117. Input Voltage: 120V. Cosmetic Description: Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including some faint scratches on the rear panel. Outstanding condition overall - this will please even the most discerning audiophile.

The VX-8 amplifier is the perfect choice for those seeking ample power and control for their speaker setups. Its input impedance allows for optimal sound production when connected to various preamplifiers, seamlessly integrating with any combination of system components.