I'm starting to move further up the source / amplifier chain, and it's time to let this gorgeous tube amplifier go. These are very rare as built units, and require a reasonable amount of skill to assemble. I've seen this unit (without tubes) selling for $1200+ on eBay, simply because of the assembly requirements.

This lovely Elekit TU-8200 R was built in August 2020 by me, and has been wonderful and without issue ever since. It's not only a fantastic headphone amplifier that punches WELL over the asking price, but a very competent desktop speaker amplifier that switches to speakers when a headphone is unplugged. The headphone gain can be adjusted with a jumper, and the external speaker resistance can be simply switched with a switch. As a device, it is incredibly solid and all the switches and knobs are a joy to use.

I've been using the same set of matched JJ ECC82 / 12AU7 and JJ 6L6GC tubes in it since my initial purchase, and am including those (not sure how much life is left on them) and also a brand new unused set from Tube Depot. The sound is fantastic, but I would imagine it could be taken even further with some tube-rolling.

The $700 price is shipped within the USA - however I am willing to negotiate if you live in the North-East as shipping will be less on my end for this hefty device. It is quite heavy- I prefer to ship insured UPS, but am happy to discuss other options.









Also, please see below for a full spec / info sheet about this amplifier. Please note that my amplifier does not have the DAC kit installed, although you certainly could add it in later- a metallic sticker covers the ports currently.