[fuzzy fuzzbucket]

hi all

I'm saving up for an amp now. 3 amps came to my mind and they are LD3, LDMK3 and the DV Figaro. all 3 are somewhat on par in terms of prices here in Singapore. comments about the 3 or any? or any other amps?
I don't want any DIY ones because I don't really have the time to assemble the pieces together nowadays.

yeah comment on the 3,

Little Dot 3
Little Dot MK3
Darkvoice Figaro

 

[vvanrij]

I think the MKIII is a class above the Figaro.

 

[breakfastchef]

I do not recall there being a Little Dot 3; only the MKIII. In any case, I would also recommend the MKIII based on my experience with Little Dot amps. Excellent craftsmanship, powerful, easy to tube roll, reliable and outstanding sevice from Little Tube.

 

[nutric08]

Here's another happy LD mkIII user! I have it for a couple of days now and enjoying every second. I can hear every little detail on tracks and the sound is so warm and emphatic. Review soon to follow....

 

[fuzzy fuzzbucket]

hi all

Here are some pics i can find on the net to help you guys to recall which are the amps I'm refering to...

the LD3 or LD3+

the LDMK3

the DV Figaro

Looks like alot of people I know has better impression with the LDMK3

 

[vvanrij]

Haha that LD3 is like vintage or something, looks pretty funky. Anyway I have read on this forum that littledot used to have some problems on their older models (overheating and stuff), not sure if the LD3 also has those problems, but I think the MKIII is a safer bet!

 

[shadowmoses]

Hi Fuzzbucket, fellow sg-er here. (if you are from sg..) Been using the Mk III for the past 2 months and it's been lots and lots of fun! absolutely great value for money. In the end, the Mk III impressed me so much i decided to get the MK V as well and that was absolutely a great buy.

i would say both complement each other very well in different genres of music. The Mk V rawks for anything that demands separation and clean-ness while the Mk III is great for vocals. intend to pair both of them up with the Mk III as pre-amp in the long run, but am presently enjoying them separately.

IMO, i don't think u can go wrong with the LD Mk III.

 

[Godkin]

If you like the LD amps you'd best stay with them. I have a DV FIGARO, and it's a great little amp, but the tubes, at least the western ones, are rather hard to come by.

 

[fuzzy fuzzbucket]

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Originally Posted by Godkin /img/forum/go_quote.gif If you like the LD amps you'd best stay with them. I have a DV FIGARO, and it's a great little amp, but the tubes, at least the western ones, are rather hard to come by.

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Haha that LD3 is like vintage or something, looks pretty funky. Anyway I have read on this forum that littledot used to have some problems on their older models (overheating and stuff), not sure if the LD3 also has those problems, but I think the MKIII is a safer bet!

yeah the Figaro tubes aren't available here in Singapore too. As for the LDMK3 I'm pretty sure if I can find it locally too. Maybe Shadowmoses knows where?
My LD2 are the ones without any prints on the front panel. hoho It does heat up like alot

 

[esirex]

I am a fellow countryman too....just got my LDMK3 for 3 days and i must say this amp really impressed me even she yet to burn in. I decided to get the MK3 after the MK1 which really impress me with the LT1364 opamp swap!!! Little dot really impress me go for the MK3 bro....

 

[fuzzy fuzzbucket]

hmm where can i get the replacement tubes in Singapore then? having 2nd thoughts now because it is really hard to get replacement tubes for any of these amps especially here in Singapore...

 

[nutric08]

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Originally Posted by fuzzy fuzzbucket /img/forum/go_quote.gif hmm where can i get the replacement tubes in Singapore then? having 2nd thoughts now because it is really hard to get replacement tubes for any of these amps especially here in Singapore...

You can order replacement tubes from ebay. There are more than a few sellers out there with right tubes

 

[Dept_of_Alchemy]

MkIII is definitely preferred over the Figaro, besides, last I heard the Figaro doesn't have a 120v version out.

 

[Dept_of_Alchemy]

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Originally Posted by fuzzy fuzzbucket /img/forum/go_quote.gif hmm where can i get the replacement tubes in Singapore then? having 2nd thoughts now because it is really hard to get replacement tubes for any of these amps especially here in Singapore...

Yen Audio on ebay carries a wide range of Little Dot tubes and I've heard good things about the store from fellow head-fiers who bought from him, he also ships internationally.