Elliott Studio Arts - Vacuum Tube Amplification

Introducing The Elliott Studio Arts Series Sixty-Six
66-100 Stereo Vacuum Tube Power Amplifier

*100 Watts per channel into 4 ohms, 20-20,000 hz power response
*Unbalanced RCA inputs
*All point to point with over-specified parts and high-temp wiring
*Custom wound power and output transformers
*Choke coupled power supply w/ computer grade 'big can' caps
*Built in cooling fan
*Built in bias adjustment setup w/ meter and switch
*Rugged steel chassis and engraved aluminum face plates
*Ultralinear mode output stage w/ local and nested feedback
*Low overall feedback for lively sound and low distortion**
*Class AB operation, heavily into class A under 5 watts
*Tube Compliment: 4ea. 6550(standard)/KT88/KT90, 4 ea. 12AU7A (included)
*Built to order - Three month turnaround -
*120V / 60Hz only -
*5 year limited warranty on parts and labor (not tubes)

The circuit is (loosely) based on the classic Williamson design. It features custom wound ultralinear output transformers in a low global feedback, low gain, low distortion and low output impedance topology. The parts are all overspecified for longevity, the power supply is overbuilt (computer-grade 'large can' caps, filter choke, high-speed bypasses, solid state rectification) for very stable regulation. This no-nonsense design will deliver all the musical finesse that an audiophile / music lover would expect from a tube amp. This amplifier has proven to be very reliable, the prototype has been running in my reference system for over 2 years on the original set of tubes.

**SEE PHOTO GALLERY FOR PERFORMANCE DATA

Each unit is hand built right here in America using robust construction techniques and high quality parts. All parts are currently available, not NOS and impossible to get. They can be repaired by any competent service facility and carry a 5 year limited warranty on factory repairs for parts and labor (not tubes). Burned in and auditioned in factory reference system for 1 week before shipping.
Each unit is built to order and can be customized with choice of:

*Triode / Ultralinear switch .................................... add $150.00
*High speed fan operation for heavy duty use .... No charge
*Balanced inputs .................................................... add $100.00
*KT90 output tubes ................................................ add $100.00
*Color of LED (blue, red or green) ....................... No charge

INTRODUCTORY PRICE: $2995.00
**30% deposit required on all orders before construction begins - Residual due upon completion before shipping - will send date stamped photos of construction progress**

-Price will rise as demand increases-

What one person said about this amplifier during evaluation in his system:

"First and foremost, I am really enjoying your amplifier. The sound is quite impressive and what a wonderful thing it is to listen to. The more I listen the more I enjoy it."

-- Clement Perry, Publisher / Editor Stereotimes.com

What another person said after auditioning the amp in his system:

"I was impressed with the audio quality of the Elliott 66-100.
Warm, clean, beautiful sound. I noticed the difference immediately. It took my system significantly higher in listening pleasure."

-- Scott Areman (audiophile), Scott Areman Photography

Here's what I say about the 66-100: (of course I'm biased, I build them!)

This amplifier has a transparent quality that, combined with it's bouncy drive and excellent bass control makes for a truly musical experience. Works great with more difficult loads due to it's low output impedance and high current drive (for a tube amp). Higher sensitivity speakers will reveal it's clear, true nature and ultra low noise. Excellent with rock, jazz or classical music. Will reveal inner detail and layers within the recording while maintianing a stable image and powerful rythmic drive.

I have been developing this amplifier for over 10 years as a hobby and now have perfected the design and want to share it with the world. This amplifier is not garage-built but professionaly produced. No hand-drilled spray painted casework or glued-in capacitors. Ships in sturdy carton with custom foam inserts, tubes ship seperately.

Elliott Studio Arts started in 1998 when a recording studio owner approached me to build him a custom tube mic preamp. I have since built two of those units, modified other studio equipment and built several amplifiers, loudspeaker systems and even a guitar amp. I built my first tube amp in 1988 and haven't looked back since.

Stay tuned for matching preamp featuring RIAA phono stage (MM), mono and mute switches, balance control and transformer coupled output with headphone jack. Also, a scaled down 35 watt version of the amplifier is in the works.

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