VZN 80 MkIV Emerald vs Icon Audio Stereo 60 MkIV KT120/KT150
The Stereo 60 MkIV KT120/KT150's power @ 8ω is 85W against the VZN 80 MkIV Emerald's 80W, its width 430 mm against 482.6 mm, and its depth 380 mm against 609.6 mm. Both share class (A).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,950
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the VZN 80 MkIV Emerald
The Joule Electra VZN-80 mkIV Emerald is a highly regarded output transformerless (OTL) stereo power amplifier utilizing a Circletron topology with eight 6C33-CB output tubes and ten driver tubes. Known for its exceptional tonal purity, palpable soundstage, and dynamic performance, it features upgraded circuit boards in later MK V versions, wood-based non-magnetic chassis options like Musicwood, point-to-point wiring, adjustable feedback and bias controls, and a Variac for optimal filament voltage. The company ceased operations around 2013 following designer Jud Barber's retirement, with his passing in 2022, making new production unavailable.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 80W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- A
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- Stereo
- Analog Outputs
- Stereo
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 482.6 × 609.6 mm (W × H × D)
- Available Colors
- Wineberry, Automotive Paint
Key Specifications
Power: 80W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions