SOLD: FS: MELODY L280 Reference Tube Preamplifier - Flagship Model

Vladas · August 21, 2021

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$150 discount for collection in Melbourne (Frankston)

Melody L280 tube preamplifier was flagship model in 2008.

End Game preamplifier.

Melody was probably one of the most underpriced brands in Hi-Fi Audio history.
You will not find this model for sale anywhere because it is ABSOLUTE KEEPER.
Melody is an extraordinary value for money. I had 3K AUD Melody tube amplifier which made
dust of my Ayon Crossfire, costing 12K AUD. Current flagships cost many times more – you just can't
afford them anymore. Specifically, preamplifiers: 64K AUD and 25K AUD.

I have compared Melody L280 with a legend Audible Illusions 3A (both with upgraded NOS tubes), costing
imported 10K AUD, at my home, and L280 was a winner. Moreover, compared to Audible Illusions, L280 is built like
a tank, it is FULLY hand-wired and it has better parts – top USA brands, eg huge size made in USA by
Jensen oil caps. I have not seen bigger caps anywhere. Due to that, Melody L280 has an exceptional
lifespan - it may serve yours Iifetime. Melody L280 has absolutely unique, stunning looks, reminding UFO flying saucer. Melody brand has many outstanding reviews on Internet. I have seen in French L280 was rated as “the best preamplifier we ever heard at any price”.

Recently I have upgraded all tubes:
6SNGT Baldwin Pianos Organs, by Sylvania, NOS Made in USA, paid $350 (4 tubes)
Full Music 101D (1)
5C4M=5AR4 NOS Made in USSR (1)

Specifications:

Vacuum tube: 101D × 1, 6SN7 × 4, 5AR4 × 1
Output: 2V (maximum output 28V)
Frequency response: 3Hz-100kHz ± 1dB
Input impedance: 250k ohms, input sensitivity: 50-300mV
S / N ratio: greater than 90dB, total harmonic distortion: 0.02%, total gain: 20dB
Dimensions (W × H × D, mm): 430 × 185 × 380
Weight: 20 kg
Power: 230 V

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