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About the V3
The Ayre Acoustics V-3 is a stereo power amplifier that was Ayre's first product, launched in 1993. It features a fully balanced circuit design across all stages with a single push-pull FET output stage, delivering what Ayre describes as a "tubeless, but tubey sound." The amplifier utilizes an innovative inductive-choke power supply with extensive filtering to minimize noise, and employs a minimalist signal path with fewer gain stages than typical amplifiers to reduce signal degradation. The design emphasizes zero-feedback operation and uses high-quality discrete components throughout. Stereophile reviewers praised its exemplary pacing, timbral accuracy, and silent operation, noting it as a successful and engaging amplifier. The V-3 has been out of production for several years, though Ayre continues to provide support for existing units.
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