ST-85  

We proudly offer a VTL amplifier for slightly under $3000 (suggested US retail price). Still offering a full measure of the "VTL sound," but at a real world price. Using the classic workhorse tube that was the foundation of the VTL sound, the EL34 models are studies in compact chassis with short signal paths. These rugged amplifiers are capable of delivering an exceptionally large sweet sound space from any satellite, mini-monitor or small floor-standing system. Listen to what one critic called "the weight of the brass, especially the trombones, is sensational", and "... made me aware of just how good these units are at portraying those subtleties in music reproduction that matter to audiophile music lovers." We accomplished this seemingly contradictory goal through careful engineering... An audiophile "best buy."

•  60 watts per channel.

•  45 lbs, 15" x 10" x 9".

•  Data Specification

  ST-150  

Over 150 watts per channel (300 watts of stereo power), this stereo amplifier offers superb musical clarity and plenty of power in one compact chassis. Utilizing the finest quality parts, and entirely hand built by experienced craftsmen, the ST-150 represents our pinnacle in stereo amplifier design. The noted VTL quick clean musical sound and exceptional bass punch is delivered here by the 6550C tubes. Exceptionally well suited to triode operation, yet they are also very quick and clean in tetrode mode, these VTL amplifiers are well-suited to smaller electrostatic panels and dynamic speakers not requiring high current. For commanding performances on the midrange and clarity on the top, VTL wins hands down. In triode mode, the amps are best suited to speakers with an efficiency of 92dB/1W/1m or higher. Try these designs as a great sounding alternative to single-ended triode designs.

•  150 watts per channel.

•  95 lbs, 19" x 10" x 9".

•  Data Specification

  Reviews  

"Vacuum Tube Logic ST-85 stereo power amplifier" Lonnie Brownell, February 1999, Stereophile Magazine.

"The VTL ST-80 Amplifier and TL-2 Line Stage Preamplifier: Well-behaved, Powerful tube gear (It's affordable too!)" Tamara Baker, May/June 1996, Issue 106, The Absolute Sound.

VTL ST-150 Golden Ear Award 2001

VTL's ST-150 Stereo Amplifier received the Golden Ear Award from The Absolute Sound's reviewer John Higgins. John was surprised by the ability of the ST-150 to yield an incredible precise imaging, creating a deep soundstage and the power to sustain it. Tetrode mode is capable of reproducing the orchestra in magnificent detail, while the triode mode produces amazing results with smaller ensembles and solo instruments.

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