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Harman Kardon Citation 16 Power Amplifier
• Product Overview – The Harman Kardon Citation 16 Power Amplifier, released in 1976, is a solid-state Class AB design delivering high-current performance, wide bandwidth, and the authoritative control that defined Harman Kardon’s classic Citation series.
• High-Current Performance – Designed by Matti Otala, this amplifier is renowned for its low TIM distortion, fast transient response, and effortless dynamic swing, making it especially capable with demanding loudspeaker loads.
• Build & Sonic Character – The Harman Kardon Citation 16 Power Amplifier features a dual-mono layout with oversized power supply, producing a neutral, powerful, and tightly controlled sound that remains respected among vintage audiophiles.
• Specifications – Rated at approximately 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and stable into 4 ohms, with wide frequency response and very low distortion for its era, emphasizing clean, unstrained power delivery.
• Dimensions – Measures approximately 445 mm (W) × 178 mm (H) × 406 mm (D), occupying a full-width chassis with substantial depth to accommodate its large transformer and heat dissipation requirements.
• Weight – Weighs roughly 27 kg, reflecting the heavy-duty power transformer, robust output stage, and solid steel chassis construction typical of high-end amplifiers from the Citation lineage.
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Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable (1.5m)
• Overview – Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable, released in 2002, is a high-end power cord engineered to reduce noise, improve current delivery, and enhance musical clarity in reference audio systems.
• Conductor Technology – Utilises Siltech’s proprietary G7 silver-gold alloy conductors with advanced dielectric insulation, delivering low resistance, excellent conductivity, and superior preservation of micro-dynamics and tonal purity.
• Sonic Performance – Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable delivers a quieter noise floor, improved bass authority, enhanced midrange texture, and refined treble extension, benefiting amplifiers, source components, and digital front ends.
• Specifications – Features multi-strand G7 silver-gold conductors, heavy shielding for EMI and RFI rejection, high-current capability up to 16A, and premium connectors ensuring secure contact and consistent power transfer.
• Dimensions – Typically supplied in 2.0 m length, with a thick, flexible jacket designed for durability and ease of routing in high-end audio racks and power distribution setups.
• Weight – Approximately 1.0 kg for a 2.0 m cable, reflecting dense conductor geometry, advanced shielding layers, and robust connector construction.
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YBA Integre Alpha Integrated Amplifier
• YBA Integre Alpha Integrated Amplifier Overview – The YBA Integre Alpha Integrated Amplifier, launched in the mid-1990s, is a Class AB solid-state design featuring high-quality analog inputs and YBA’s signature minimal-feedback topology for purity and musical realism.
• Refined French Engineering – The YBA Integre Alpha delivers exceptional tonal accuracy, wide soundstage depth, and a smooth, grain-free presentation, making it ideal for resolving speakers that benefit from organic musical flow and control.
• Musical Drive and Dynamics – With its robust power supply and precisely voiced circuitry, the YBA Integre Alpha offers fast transient response, excellent micro-detail retrieval, and stable current delivery for rhythmic, engaging playback.
• Low-Noise Analog Performance – The YBA Integre Alpha emphasizes ultra-low distortion and clean power delivery, ensuring black backgrounds, natural harmonic structure, and impressive dynamic contrast across both digital and analog sources.
• Dimensions – Approx. 430 mm (W) × 85 mm (H) × 300 mm (D), fitting easily into standard hi-fi racks while maintaining optimal ventilation for stable long-term performance.
• Weight – Roughly 10–12 kg, featuring a high-grade transformer and rigid chassis that help suppress vibration and enhance signal purity.
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Esoteric K03
• High-End Disc Playback Overview – The Esoteric K03 delivers premium SACD/CD performance using Esoteric’s signature VRDS-NEO transport and discrete analogue stages, offering exceptional clarity, dynamic expression and time-domain accuracy for reference-grade systems.
• VRDS-NEO Transport & Digital Precision – Its rigid VRDS-NEO VMK-3.5-10 mechanism minimises vibration and disc flutter, ensuring ultra-stable reading, improved jitter control and superior detail retrieval, with one mention of Esoteric K03 enhancing accuracy.
• Advanced DAC Architecture – Equipped with dual-mono 32-bit DACs and multiple selectable filters, the player provides smooth tonal density, deep resolution and wide spatial definition, plus one additional mention of Esoteric K03 supporting high-resolution playback.
• Versatile Digital Integration – Featuring USB, coaxial and optical inputs, the unit functions as a high-end DAC, allowing integration with streamers or external transports while maintaining meticulous clocking and exceptional analogue output purity.
• Product Dimensions – Measuring approximately 445 mm (W) × 162 mm (H) × 357 mm (D), the chassis requires a sturdy, vibration-controlled shelf for optimal mechanical performance.
• Product Weight – Weighing around 23–24 kg, the heavy aluminium enclosure and multi-layer internal structure provide excellent resonance control and contribute to its clean, stable sonic presentation.
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Esoteric is a Japanese high-end audio brand renowned for its precision-engineered digital and analog components, particularly SACD players, DACs, and master clock systems. Drawing from a background in professional transport and mechanical engineering, the brand places exceptional emphasis on chassis rigidity, clock accuracy, and vibration control.
Esoteric products are built as long-term reference components, with designs that evolve gradually rather than through rapid replacement. Because of this approach, pre-owned Esoteric equipment remains highly relevant, offering state-of-the-art performance that continues to integrate effectively into modern reference systems.
Across Singapore, Malaysia, and Southeast Asia, Esoteric is respected among audiophiles assembling no-compromise systems focused on precision and long-term stability. On SoundTribeAsia, Esoteric equipment — new and pre-owned — is listed by verified dealers, providing transparent listings and trusted sourcing through a curated regional marketplace.