Odyssey Amp thread

[MWalt]

I also have the Odyssey Khartago Stereo Extreme that Klaus added some additional "hot rodding" to when he built it for me. It has run flawlessly for me for 4 years now. Not much I can add here that hasn't been mentioned previously except that I can verify that it has effortlessly driven some very hard to drive speakers that I have had in my stable. Another satisfied customer and my Khartago is still doing duty as my primary amp. Oh, and I also just happen to live very close to the same city as Odyssey Audio.

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[justjed2]

I also have the Odyssey Khartago Stereo Extreme that Klaus added some additional "hot rodding" to when he built it for me.

What preamp are you using?

 

[MWalt]

What preamp are you using?

I have tried the following preamps; Schiit Saga, Schiit Saga2, Schiit Freya+, Topping Pre90, and now currently- Cary SLP90 (NOS matched pairs of RCA clear top 12AU7's). The SLP90 is my favorite by far at this point.

 

[justjed2]

Klaus will tell you that Odyssey amps LOVE tube preamps! I have the Candela because, well, tubes, and because it's a perfect match for the Khartago. Haven't done any tube rolling yet, just because the stock JJs are really good.

 

[DeeCee]

All I know is my Khartago works really well with my Sonic Euphoria PLC and Aerial Acoustics Model 7s.

And yes, it can get pretty LOUD with no fuss or muss.

 

[justjed2]

I don't even think about upgrading anymore. The Candela/Khartago combo is perfect for my simple needs, and my vinyl has never sounded better.

As @JohnnieO will tell you, I'll recommend Odyssey to anyone who's looking for a 'better than Best Buy' power amp, and isn't afraid to pay a little more.

 

[sfox52]

I have family near Klaus's company, and I fully intended to save up and buy an amp one day. It may still happen, but I have jumped into the Chinese class D desktop scene. If I sell off some of my idle gear I might get something with the Odyssey brand.

 

[Dutch9600]

I picked up a Odyssey Stratos dual mono blocks in one case from a friend and the pre I am using is a Counterpoint Solid 8 with a set of Dynaudios kit from Madisound. I could not believe the difference in sound from my Carver setup.

 

[Blue Shadow]

I could not believe the difference in sound from my Carver setup

I would expect quite a difference. Bob’s gear was generally built to a price with different engineering. Your new rig has some well-regarded gear.

 

[justjed2]

I finally got around to rolling the 12AU7s in the Candela. Found a matched pair of NOS Sylvania 5963 long plates, for the princely sum of $44USD. Really a good sounding upgrade. Vinyl or CD, everything just sounds better. Probably won't put that pair of JJs back in, but I'd be interested in trying their new long plate 12AU7.