DA 88S Audioarts EL34 vs Unison Research Reference Mono
The Reference Mono's power @ 8ω is 80W against the DA 88S Audioarts EL34's 60W, its weight 70 kg (154 lbs) against 46 kg (101 lbs), and its width 490 mm against 500 mm. Both share class (A).
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The Jadis DA88S is a powerhouse reference integrated amplifier that delivers robust 60-watt Class A performance with exceptional musicality and dynamic power. It features Jadis' signature hand-wound custom transformers that are central to its renowned sonic character. The amplifier excels at reproducing harmonically rich bass with propulsive quality and delivers superb dimensionality with an iron grip and unrelenting drive. It can effortlessly drive all but the most difficult loudspeakers and produces a warm, rich yet detailed fast sound with tremendous dynamics and a large soundstage. The DA88S MkII was named a Product of the Year by The Absolute Sound and is appreciated by audiophiles worldwide for its ability to convey emotion and nuance in music with a coherent, thoroughly thought-out sound. The amplifier features a tightly regulated solid-state power supply combined with low overall global feedback and Class A output for optimal image focus and powerful music resolution.
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