![]() ![]() The Silver version came in when we sourced C-cores made from Swedish steel in 1997/1998, the Silver was then upgraded to the better Japanese IHiB core material we sourced in 2003/2004 and the Silver Signature version came in around the same time using the better SHiB C-cores. The standard Meishu came in very early in 1994 and has remained largely unchanged, apart from a change in 1997/1998 from the 6X4R to the 6X5, plus upgrades to the output transformer core quality over the years. “The line of Meishu integrated 300B amplifiers are essentially our best selling products, at least until the Cobra hits the streets, which given the current size of the order book may take a while longer! The Meishu does bridge, if that is what you can call it, between the OTO/M2 and the Level 3 separates, but it really was always meant to be a relatively cost efficient way to enter the realms of truly high quality no-feedback triode amplification, and to provide an introduction in that regard. ![]() So, I decided to go to the source, and asked Peter Qvortrup of Audio Note UK his thoughts on the Meishu, and just how it fit into their product line: They seem niche even in Audio Note UK’s own lineup because in my mind most Audio Note customers who want a 300B solution for their amplification needs would seek out one of AN’s various monoblock pairs, such as the Quest or Conquest. I’d always thought of them as being very thin on the ground, since one doesn’t see reviews. ![]() The Meishu is a strange, and somewhat mythical audiophile beast. 70 lbs, and an intimidating 9″ x 18″ x 20″) over from Soundhounds was because he wanted me to have a couple months to experience the magic of the legendary 300B tube in my own home. Which leads to me believe it’s the dark arts he’s involved in, because if I tried to move it on my own I’d wreck myself.ĭo not try this at home.The reason Thorne had brought the bespoke-built Meishu integrated ( approx. How the hell he’d managed to get the damn thing into his truck remains a mystery until this day, and if I ask he just smiles wanly. The fact that Audio Note dealer, whiskey confidante, and bon vivant Don Thorne had taken the time (and considerable effort) lugging the behemoth Meishu Silver Signature integrated amplifier all the way over from Victoria to my home in Vancouver was the sign of true friendship. I knew I was on to something truly special. Fingers crossed.When an amplifier takes two men to move it, you could start to question your choice in amplifiers… but not me. We'll see how it plays out but we could meet up for that beer either way. I can't really share a room as every part is critical right down to the laptop that plays the music and adjusts the phase etc to the 8-way DA and even the 4 power amps to a certain extent. There is a decent chance I may not get a room as it would be pointless taking them to a small bedroom. I still have a fair bit or work ahead of me, lots of fine tuning but it's the bit I'll enjoy the most, all the hard work and expense is out the way plus I have everything that I need ready and waiting to go. My wife gave birth to our first child yesterday morning and a few other recent events have meant the project has been taking a back seat recently. The speakers are fully constructed but are currently stripped back down ready for me to apply a brushed finish to the aluminium frames. I have a thread on them in the DIY section but it's out of date. If I do get a room I'll be exhibiting my new set-up based around some <6ft tall, active, 4-way, aluminium framed, minimal baffle dipoles. Click to expand.Of course, we all knew what you meant by a beer or two. ![]()
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