I am considering replacing my Helix B FOUR and have an opportunity to purchase either the Mosconi or the Stereo Integrity 4 channel amplifiers. These will power dome mids and tweeters in my front stage, lower end midbass powered by Focal FDP 4.600, all are active using existing AudioControl DSP DM810. Close output specs, same S/n specs, similar in performance.
I am active so onboard x-overs not important (unless reselling comes into play). I'm leaning towards the Si for a couple of reasons.
Si SIQ75.4
Pure, uncluttered signal path, straight SQ, minimaL processing from the amplifier.
More than enough power for two Kappa 203s domes and CDT ES-1200is tweeters
The aesthetics - can't deny the "WOW" factor of the build!
Bipolar mosfets
Made in America (okay, cool but not the decisive factor)
On the other hand...
While the Mosconi has features that I won't use, the resale aspect (full electronic features, x-overs and such)make the resale potential appealing.
The price is outstanding, someone that needs to move some gear.
More power than I will need
Stellar reputation
Probably equal in SQ to the Si
Arghhh, such a dilemma!
What sayeth you and why!
I am active so onboard x-overs not important (unless reselling comes into play). I'm leaning towards the Si for a couple of reasons.
Si SIQ75.4
Pure, uncluttered signal path, straight SQ, minimaL processing from the amplifier.
More than enough power for two Kappa 203s domes and CDT ES-1200is tweeters
The aesthetics - can't deny the "WOW" factor of the build!
Bipolar mosfets
Made in America (okay, cool but not the decisive factor)
SIQ 75.4 (Class A/B) – StereoIntegrity.com
stereointegrity.com
On the other hand...
While the Mosconi has features that I won't use, the resale aspect (full electronic features, x-overs and such)make the resale potential appealing.
The price is outstanding, someone that needs to move some gear.
More power than I will need
Stellar reputation
Probably equal in SQ to the Si
AS 100.4 Mosconi America / Gladen Audio America
Hi-End Audio Equipment made in Italy and Germany
mosconi-america.com
Arghhh, such a dilemma!
What sayeth you and why!
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