Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifier and TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp

Pycroft
Pycroft Posts: 1,960
edited January 2014 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
Hello all -

I am selling my amp and preamp looking to go simpler with an integrated amp. I've had the exact same system for three years, and it sounds great. Wife would like more space and less clutter. Plus I'm intrigued by the simple concept of an integrated. Here is some general information:

AMP: The Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amp is basically two monoblock amps within one large chassis. The amp requires has two on switches and requires two power cords. I believe the entire unit weighs over 60 pounds - a true beast. It seems on the Odyssey Website, they no longer make them in this form. Here is a link as they can be bought as two monoblocks (It is the same specifications) http://www.odysseyaudio.com/products-stratos-mono.html. The amp powers my Sony SS-M9's and does so well. I wanted an amp that sounded stunning AND could handle a difficult to power speaker, and this amp fits the bill.

PREAMP: TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp - This was my second tube piece - it has been in my system for a few years now. I have yet to find even one negative thing said about this Preamp. If you look at reviews online, they are glowing! The Preamp was the signature piece of Tube Audio Design, built by the famous Paul Grzybek - who passed within the past year. I've seen these become quite a commodity lately. It can handle two 12AX7, 12AT7 or 12AU7 tubes. It has a great phono section, AND has HT bypass - which I use often when the kids want a Disney Movie :) It has upgraded tubes that were recommended by a polk forum member - but it was so long ago I don't remember what they are or who recommended them. I also have the remote which controls volume and can switch from CD to Phono, etc.

Both items come with stock power cords (3 in total - two for the amp, and one for the preamp).

I would like to sell LOCALLY - located in 18045 - Easton PA. I have this system setup and rolling right now. If there are any looking to upgrade or go in a different direction, I'd urge you to stop by and hear it in action - I think you'd buy it on the spot if you did. I'd like $2,000 for both pieces together.

Pictures will follow soon - feel free to ask questions in the thread or via PM.

James
2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,220
    edited January 2014
    Ooops. N/M....
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Okay,

    I have pictures, but am too frustrated right now to try to upload them again. If you message me an e-mail address, I have pics of everything.

    FEW UPDATES: The tubes say Brimar 13D5 - I'm not sure what that means, but i have pics if you'd like to see them.

    Also, there are scratches on top of both units, both faces are in great shape - all silver for both.

    THANKS!!!

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,513
    edited January 2014
    + 1 about Paul and that pre amp! He lived nearby. I owned some of his gear and met him on occasion. He loved to hang in that restaurant in Geneva IL (can't recall the name) before that owner died. Patricia Barber would tickle the keys of the grand piano they had there.

    Good luck with your sale!
    Salk SoundScape 8's * Audio Research Reference 3 * Bottlehead Eros Phono * Park's Audio Budgie SUT * Krell KSA-250 * Harmonic Technology Pro 9+ * Signature Series Sonore Music Server w/Deux PS * Roon * Gustard R26 DAC / Singxer SU-6 DDC * Heavy Plinth Lenco L75 Idler Drive * AA MG-1 Linear Air Bearing Arm * AT33PTG/II & Denon 103R * Richard Gray 600S * NHT B-12d subs * GIK Acoustic Treatments * Sennheiser HD650 *
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Thanks,

    I never met Paul, but spoke to him once I purchased the unit. I, as well as every review, am very fond of the preamp :)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited January 2014
    Some nice gear there. From your zip you're undoubtedly in a "suburb" of Easton, maybe Palmer township or...? Are you teaching in the greater Easton area? In any case.

    GLWTS!

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Hi Constantine :)

    Long time no see - if you recall, we met when I lived in South Jersey, and you bought speakers (i believe) from me. You are correct - It's an Easton mailing address, within Palmer Township, but my daughter goes to Lower Nazareth School district :) Taxes here are confusing :) Right off of Rt. 33 and Hecktown Road if you are familiar :)

    I'm actually teaching in Hunterdon County NJ, about 40 minutes or so from my home.

    You are right - it's great gear. Let me know if you'd like me to send pics or if you have any questions :)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited January 2014
    James, hope things are well with you. I always thought your system, including the amp and preamp listed here along with your sony ssm9s, sounded really great. Would love to buy your gear if I could right now.

    Any chance you'd sell the speakers too? I'd liquidate my system!

    Great guy with great gear here. Buy with confidence!
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Thanks man - I've gotten many messages about my speakers - the alien speakers won't be for sale anytime soon :)

    I am looking to consolidate my system sooner - so PRICE DROP -

    1900 for both - local, or make an offer!

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    PRICE LOWERED - 1850 OBO.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    I WILL consider shipping, at buyers expense. Will also consider separating the items. Perhaps 750 + shipping for the TAD, and 1,000 + Shipping for the Odyssey. Also will lower local combined sale to 1,750 to reflect the separation.

    Local sale is still preferred. I live at 18045 (Lehigh Valley PA). I work in Hunterdon County, NJ - 08825. I would be willing to meet. All items are currently setup to demo.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Bump with pics
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited January 2014
    Great Amp.........G.L.W.S
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • drumminman
    drumminman Posts: 3,396
    edited January 2014
    It might help to show pics of the amps from a bit farther away, so you can see the whole outer case. Same with the linestage. I like the color!
    "Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    I find the file uploading here difficult. Below is my local craigslist ad, with tons of pics. If someone requests more, or something different, please don't hesitate to let me know.

    And thanks for the plug Danz :)

    http://allentown.craigslist.org/ele/4271458570.html

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • drumminman
    drumminman Posts: 3,396
    edited January 2014
    I'm not familiar with the TAD, but that Odyssey Dual Mono is a very fine piece of equipment at a very good price. It also comes with a 20 year warranty that Klaus the owner will definitely stand behind. Somebody should buy this!
    "Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Price reduction.

    Odyssey 975 TAD 750.

    1,725 for both. Check out how much it is to buy an Odyssey Stratos Monoblock amp new, then multiply that by 2 and see the deal this is :-)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • drumminman
    drumminman Posts: 3,396
    edited January 2014
    That's just a killer deal! the Stratos Monoblocks will drive anything, high current and stable to 2 ohms, very clean sounding.
    "Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Big drop - Odyssey amp now 850. TAD preamp now 725.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited January 2014
    Odyssey Amp is SOLD!

    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp is now 725 + shipping. It's a fine piece of equipment! Local is 18045.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • drumminman
    drumminman Posts: 3,396
    edited January 2014
    Congrats James. I'm sure the new owner will love it.
    "Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer
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