*Thank You For Stopping by! Have a great week ahead and please click on that like button to support the channel* 0:00 Best HiFi Amplifier 2023! 2:00 Gran Vivace:The Best Amplifier From AGD 3:19 AGD Tube Amplifier? 4:38 Best Class D Amplifier 6:10 AGD Audion VS Gran Vivace 10:04 Best Pre-Amplifier For AGD Amplifiers 11:12 AGD Gran Vivace VS NAT Trasmitter Monoblock 12:05 AGD Gran Vivace VS Luxman M900U 13:09 AGD Gran Vivace VS Hegel H600 15:06 AGD Gran Vivace VS Mcintosh MC462 17:01 Why I bought one! AGD Production Products: Gran Vivace: agdproduction.com/product/vivace-molto/ Audion: agdproduction.com/product/audion/ Alto pre-amp: agdproduction.com/product/agd-alto-reference-preamplifier/ Have questions for AGD? agdproduction.com/contact/ Other Products in this Video: Denafrips Athena Pre-amp: www.vinshine.audio/product-page/denafrips-athena-preamp?currency=USD ANK Mentor Pre-amp: ankaudiokits.com/product/pre-amp-l5-mentor/ Luxman M900U: www.luxman.com/product/detail.php?id=19 Hegel H600: www.hegel.com/en/products/integrated/h600 Mcintosh MC462: www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/amplifiers/MC462 Related Videos: AGD Audion review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aJySf9l0ptHQeJ8.html Luxman M900U review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qc1xkqZkxrveaKM.htmlsi=9YhDewdPLJ_mnU4j Hegel H600 review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jtFhZrury723imQ.htmlsi=gGcqRQ368f9PuqyE Support on Patreon: www.patreon.com/jayiyagi follow on Instagram: instagram.com/jays_iyagi/ follow on Facebook: facebook.com/jayiyagiofficial Follow soundstage take 2 reviews: kzfaq.info/sun/PLPOzvlhtSqn5xdc__ftuSt4Rxy_wm5Af0 Speaker stands: amzn.to/3ssRhI3 Better speaker stands: solidsteel.it/my-product/ss-7-vintage-hi-fi-speaker-stands/ acoustic panels I use: ua-acoustics.com/ acoustic curtain: amzn.to/31d1zAM BDI Cabinet I use: bit.ly/2OJRwQQ amzn.to/3chBuFZ other BDI Cabinets: bit.ly/3ctxXV1 amzn.to/30bsUCH my fav hifi tweaks: (Isoacoustics devices) amzn.to/3j5FGvM

I own the audions and a lot of equipment has come and gone in the 3 years I’ve owned them , but these are keepers as they sound great with all kinds of speakers.

Jay, regarding your videos. Speaking strictly for myself, my only request is please don't stop making them! 😄

Not buying an MC462 now. Great review. Thanks for the insight.

I don't care I can't afford it. I love this. Don't care if it is tube or not. This is cool to the core. Class D or whatever, does it connect to my soul to stop anything else I want? Sometimes you need a flagship to push along the gear that is close to our reality. I like this.

Really interesting video! I am a very happy AGD Audion customer. Having tried many amps (tube/OTL/Class A etc) I really believe AGD has opened up a whole new class of amplifier - fabulous sound, small size and energy efficient. My previous amps required regular tube changes and the sound gradually deteriorated over time. In addition, having retired, I was spending more time listening to music and my previous tube amp was drawing over 300W from the wall. In comparison, the Audions draw less than 10W so my energy bill is more acceptable. I've not heard the Gran Vivace and imagine they would be terrific if your speakers require massive power with low impedance. Forgot to say, some people see the AGD 'tube' as a gimmick but it allowed me to upgrade from Audion Mkii to Mkiii in under 5 minutes!

Hi Jay! Love your videos. Do you think the AGDs would be good to great with Wilson speakers? Dreaming about my next system….

I love this review Jay. Because of budget, I just bought another MC2100 to double the power to my Maggies. The AGDs are very attractive when I decide to spend more.

excellent review Jay... wow ! you have improved quite a lot since I've been following you... I was thinking that it might be interesting to have a comparison with other class D amplifiers, like the Atma-Sphere and some other high-end contenders like the Starkrimson...

Curious how AGD and Atma-Sphere Class D monoblocks would compare against each other. Cannot ignore a Class D design from an OTL tube designer.

OMG Jay, ....it's just comedy gold. 18:54 Lol..... just how many 'index finger push-ups' needed to get in shape? That button push IS wicked strenuous. Acid Jazz, Funk & Brass 🔈🔉🔊

I LOVE the look of The Audion Mono Blocs waaaaaay more than the Gran Vivace model. I bet I would like the sound! ….but…l will stick with my MacIntosh MC152….I love this thing! ❤

I can't find the perfect units, at the right price, and even just finding out is cumbersome. Thx, for helping!! Love the gray hair!!!

Jay, you should test both of these amps against the Aavik I280 and the Axxess Forte 1 of the Audio Denmark Group, the other AGD. This would be a very interesting comparison as I am thinking of buying one of these AGD amps soon.

I wonder how they compare to the Orchard's audio amps, they are GaN based class-D too.

Gran Vivace is stunning. I’m really excited about the future of Class D. And I typically lean toward tubes. Jay, love the channel. Only thing that would make it better are some Lampizator DAC reviews!

Hi Jay, you should check out the other AGD (Audio Group Denmark) amps. Class D never sounded so good. However, definitely no where close to under $1K!

Any plan to review the Maria 350 from Daniel Hertz?

Would you go MC462 or AGD Audions for Wilson Sabrinas?

This is a review that seems to be spot on as to my concerns. I am looking at the AGD Duets. I suspect they would be very similar to the Audions and the Vivace. I have a Hegal H190 now, so the Hegal comparison is appreciated. I have B&W 705-S3 speakers. Is an upgrade to the AGD worth it? Is the sound that much different than the Hegel? I am torn. These things are mega $$$, so I don’t want to purchase till I am sure. Even though B&W speakers are more ubiquitous, it’s still difficult to find say some 800 level speakers to compare in person. The AGDs are even more rare, so in person listening to them is even more difficult. Hegel or AGD… Help! -Thanks.

I appreciate your video although I can't afford this price range . I am well pleased with my GaN class D mono blocks from Orchard Audio . I couldn't afford their high power pair , but for music and most movies their 150 watt amps deliver superb sound and bass slam when appropriate . What is missing is the true concussion of explosions that greater power can afford . Open Baffle

Love the tube look of it! Looks like hifi jewelry

You should try the Axxess Forté 1 for class D competition

Great review the burning question is how does the orchard tree Audio class D compare to AGD? Also if you add a tube based pre amp will this bring some of the holographic sound that’s missing?

Even the Peechtree GaN400 amp with a Schitt Freya pre tube is an amazing combo.

I’m definitely not into the looks but I do appreciate that it can easily be upgraded

Nice review Jay. I look forward to other comparisons!

I think the tempo DiGan is the same as the audio just in a plain box, but is 2k cheaper. Probably a good option for ppl who dont want to spend as much but get the same sound.

Thanks for this video Jay. I've read a lot of ppl saying your video of the audion monoblocks were obviously paid for by AGD, although I did not believe that. This video puts that nonsense to rest. Off to check on the ANK pre. :O)

Are you saying the AGD has better vocal than top tier tube amp? Really hard for me to imagine the class D amp can achieve that. Anyone with the experience please help share your thoughts.

Will there be an ANK Mentor review?

Whatever happened to your Orchard Audio StarKrimson review?

Hey Jay! So, how does this compare to the Decware ZMA? I'm interested in buying the decware. So, I'm curious to hear your opinion. Thanks!

What a great review, so the difference between AGD Audion and AGD Gran Vivace is small? Or does the gap only happen when people have a large room or a speaker with 2 or 1 ohms? Sill curious if people should purchase Gran Vivace for which case? Or is the half power AGD Audion enough for most audiophiles?

Any interest in reviewing a Rogue Audio Pharoah II? It's another class D, but hybrid with tubes, and folks swear by it being one of the best amps they've heard, let alone for the price. I've also been historically anti class d, but I, and we all, owe it to ourselves to hear it with our own ears...or like just trust yours at a minimum lol

Do you think the Meishu Tonmeister silver Signature has more magic? Holographicness, naturalness and ✨?

I have open baffle speakers (Spatial Audio Lab X5s) at 96db efficiency with the woofer driven by a hypex class d amp. Do you think these mono blocks would work well with these speakers?

Hi Jay ! wil the AGD audion drive my YG acoustic Carmel 2 speakers ? Have them on a NAD M33 now with 380W /ch in 4 ohm . Or do I need the Vivace ?

@Jayiyagi Another great candidate is the Nilai Monnoblock. It will be very interesting to compare the Nilai Mono 500 to AGD Monoblock, especially since the Nilai is just $1600 for a pair. If the Nilai is just about 80-90% of the AGD in term of SQ, I would think it is a win for the Nilai.

but they are power amps right? So 50% of the sound depends and whatever preamp they are matched with surely.

This is a really good video.

The review and demo's of these mono's are brilliant. Only small negative point I perceive is a somewhat soft transient attack, but on the other hand that is often associated with increased "musicality". But EDM heads may not be a fan.

Jay. Great job. Can the AGD Audion be synergistically paired with a tube preamp? Synergistic as in greater than their individual contributions eg. that magical pairing.

Hi @jayiyagi I am a subscriber and love your videos and nuanced approach to hifi reviews. I currently own the AGD Audions and have paired them with a benchmark LA4 preamp and Zu Soul 6 speakers. Its a match made in heaven.

Jay, I don't know how else to describe it but Class D amps have always sounded "dry" to me. Not sure if you've had the same feeling in the past or know what I mean, but does this AGD amp finally lack that sort of dry and gritty haze to the sound?

Thank you for the review, Jay. It would be great to know how they compare to the Gato mono blocks.😊

I'll see if I can connect a torroid xfmr to one of the red lamp exterior light fixtures off our industrial warehouse to cut cost 😂

I would be curious if the tube amps that you have would deliver the holographic effect if they were isolated in another room. Point is they are microphonic, and that might be the source of the effect.

Very interesting! Your shows are great, highly recommend. My taste is different, in music choice, some styles of music don't benefit as much as others, from hi fidelity. If I had your taste, in music, I'd really go cheap, loud bassy. I can't listen to music thru, tv, or surround sound, its really expensive to own quality.

Jay one question if you don't mind. Did you try balanced vs single ended on the audions which did you use/prefer ?

But how do the two models of AGD compare? I thought this was part of your stated focus?

Jay, glad you did this...$7k to $19k Usd...you choose if they sound similar. You saving bruhs for real. $7, tho expensive as what, its alot more achievable buy over 19k and you get the same performance

Traded in Luxman M900u for AGD Audion MK3 (due any day now UPS)

There are many class D amplifiers everywhere that offer good value and sound for a fraction of that "flagship."

Hey Jay, can you tell me what power cords you are using on the Audions?

As you say... Nowhere do they claim these are tube amps. BUT, they do a damn good job of leaving that impression; another thing i noticed in the promotional blurb you highlighted is the model number given to the GaN tube: KT88 Mkii, obviously a reference to the famous KT88 tube, as used on many famous true Tube (or valve in my parlance) designs, old and current. Even the shape and size has been imitated. In short, a lot has been done to impress the gullible into thinking this is a tube design. Just be upfront of what it really is: A class D amp (and nothing wrong with that, Nilai, Eigentakt, Ncore, NcoreX are all superb sounding topologies when done right). This just feels wrong on so many levels. It has nothing to do with tubes/valves, let alone true KT88...

I want it...

What speakers are those in the background?

Ok, what are the open baffle speakers ? Did i miss something?

Did you buy the audion or grand vivace?

Hi Jay - I owned the GV and miss them! I wanted to email you but it looks like you do not take personal email. There are two tracks I want you to AB between any GaN and any other amplifier you own. I would love your take on the result. It is totally worth your time.

Hey Jay, have you heard the Atmasphere Class D by any chance ? i'm taking a guess here but with what people say, it might be the closest competitor to Audion's.

❤️❤️👍👍 my God Jay your reviews are so spot on so refined just like your mono blocks I remember when you used to review earphones you was a young kid always a big fan. I trust your opinions 100% without doubt I want to sell my McIntosh gear to buy the same ones you got not only because they are better in many ways or let’s just say even the same for the sheer weight of the components I cannot log around, these incredibly heavy pieces anymore and I move around quite frequently at least every couple of years that I would make a switch

Doesn’t sound like it’s worth the additional money then?

Won't power 20.7s 😮 Coda v3 800w@4ohms

Well, if anyone is into gimmicks, this is the gimmick to get. "GAN tube's" isn't even a thing. They just mounted a class D amp module inside a glass tube.

Too expensive....the price of a small car...never be able to have that! 😢

19k is not alot of money. its just that you arent getting alot for 19k.

With the transfer of wealth from the middle class to the one percenters, looks like there will be plenty of cool toys to fill their world. I love em but will never own them stuff.

Made him cry award 😂

Price with this company is one problem. The bigger problem is the aesthetic obsession making them not fit our rack. Some of us grew up dreading tubes for their frailty and cost. A faux tube is not helpful. They make 12 volt trigger something you have to click on or you don't get it. Suitcases we do not want.

Every time I hear AGD I think of the other chifi brand Audio-GD.

Please turn off the noise pollution

They don't spend the money to market their brand and create a brand persona - Even with the MKII at $7500 (for a Class D amp!), it is still a power only. People need to buy a pre, DAC and streamer on top of it which means it costs $10 to $15k fully loaded. At that price point, there are infinitely more options that have better brand equity and resale value. The value proposition for a Class D is that it uses less power and costs much less to build, resulting in a lower amp price point (some of the newer NAIM, NAD etc). In order to justify the much higher price point of an AGD, the value proposition can't just be limited to sonic output endorsed by KZfaqrs. Even if the AGDs are better sonically (I've heard them and they are), there is no denying that a pure Class A/AB brand like a McIntosh will have infinitely higher resale or trade-in value. AGD either needs to work on their branding (not sales), or they need to rework their price points. I was in the market for an AGD MKII but ended up getting a Hegel H390 instead.

Too expensive, most could live very fine without.

Sorry but in my view this AGD in nothing more than a marketing trick A class D amp at $18900? What’s wrong with a $200 Fusi?

Only a few years late 🤦‍♂️

Who sold you the idea that electronic in a bottle would be better. If it was everyone would have done it. It is just a marketing gimmick. See it for what it is. Ship on a bottle that will never sail.

Tube look is like fake stick-on air vents from pep boys. These are class D amps….

Agd looks to me like a cheap Chinese brand, too much polished and cheap looking gimmick! A no go for me.

Dumb.

I have 4x PMC 5.22 Speaker's on the ceiling Sony Tae86 amplifier 3x rotel Rb990bx bridged power amplifier Smsl dac Sony HSP1

You're a PMC Focal sound guy, this is garbage because tube is always warm dead dull lifeless dark murky.