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Listening to vocals was equally impressive. One weekend I was listening to Melody Gardot’s outstanding recording of “Love Me Like a River Does” from her Worrisome Heart (Decca (UMO) Qobuz). I was startled, by the immediacy and presence of images, then by the resolution and complexity of her voice. Both the Vimberg Tonda D and the Lawrence Audio Labs LM1 sounded fabulous; they sang like a canary; her voice had utmost transparency and resolution with freedom from grain. Music flowed with detailed information without being analytical. Often, solid-state’s superb transparency can be accompanied by an analytical sonic aftertaste but not here. 

The Karan Acoustics POWERa Stereo amplifier is an astounding achievement. It sets the benchmark even higher for solid-state amplifiers. It has it all; power and grace. Where it is expensive. If you’re in the market for a top tier reference amplifier (at any price), do yourself a favor and go listen to the POWERa Stereo. Highly recommended!

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