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In Reply to: RE: HK Citation II modern equivalent? posted by Oface on February 14, 2016 at 10:19:16
picked one up a while back and looking to rebuild it, how does the V compare to the Deuce?
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I should point out that there a a number of people that prefer the Cit V to the Cit II. I personally think the V has better imaging which when paired with the outstanding tone makes it a very formidable amp. Until you get a chance to hear one and compare it with a Deuce you won't know how hard a choice it is to make - especially with more efficient speakers.
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Cit. 2 is better than the Cit. 5, which is not surprising, give the price differential. Still, the Cit. 5 is a superior implementation of Mullard style circuitry and worthy of considerable respect. Don't sneer at the Deuce's "little brother".
Eli D.
I do not agree the Citation 2 is better than the Citation 5. I have
two Citation 2's and one Citation 5. The five is much more "enjoyable"
on the ears.
Regards to all,
John
John
It's like Eli said,it depends what it's paired with..When the Deuce and the Mc275 came out,there fundamental purpose was one that could drive difficult loads like the KLH9s or Quad ESL63s.Synergy comes into play because the amps a very correct in their sonic nature as are the aforementioned speakers.On speakers that are more efficient and are a more stable impedance,the Citation 5 would probably do things more to your liking.
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Speaker mating has much to do with where any particular preference lies.Over all, the "Deuce" is the better/more capable performer. However, the "Five" is 1 of the better "Golden Age" amps to pick for an acquisition/refurbishment project.
Eli D.
Edits: 02/15/16
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