Muse Model 100 Stereo Amplifier

Built like a tank! Classic high-current amplifier in very good condition with minor scuffs and marks consistent with age and use. Works perfectly as can be seen in video at youtu.be/mTm6WuqhJ9M. Excellent control, LOTS of bass, but not harsh, bright, “zippy” or hazy. Thoroughly enjoyable to listen to. NOTE: The power-cord is captive, and the amplifier does not have an IEC connector. Reviewed in Stereophile, Corey Greenberg had this to say about the Muse Model 100: Tonally, I have no complaints with the Muse; it bonded synergistically with the Angeluses, offering a detailed and neutral sound that changed character completely with each new recording. All too often, a component’s signature can be gleaned, after a few hours’ listening, from the “samey” sound heard when many different recordings are played. The Muse is one of those rare products that’s difficult to fault; the excellent performance across the board makes it very easy to forget about it and concentrate on the music; a higher compliment I can’t pay. Up till now, I haven’t heard a solid-state amp I could live with for under $3000; I definitely prefer tube amplifiers for their more natural presentation and lack of hardness in the midrange and high end. I’ve heard solid-state amps with fantastic bass but ragged highs, sweet highs but depressed midrange, tubey midrange but flabby bass, etc., and it seemed like you couldn’t have it all for under three grand or so. The Muse Model One Hundred is an amp that I could not only live with, but do so very happily. I’m extraordinarily picky when it comes to amps, especially solid-state, but the Muse never failed to enthrall and involve me in the music without a hint of strain or coloration. Perhaps in the company of superamps like the Krells, Levinsons, and Thresholds, the Muse 100 might sound more limited; I can’t say. But I can say that in its heavily populated price range, the Muse is the most impressive I’ve heard by a wide margin. Highly recommended. Specifications: Power output: 100Wpc, 20dBW (8 ohms), 200Wpc, 20dBW (4 ohms). VOltage gain: 30dB. Sensitivity: 890mV. Absolute polarity: non-inverting. Input impedance: 51k ohms. Distortion: less than 0.5% THD+noise. Frequency response: –3dB at 13Hz and 200kHz. Output impedance: 0.6 ohms, 20Hz–20kHz. Output current capability: 45A maximum, peak–peak into 0.1 ohm. Power consumption: 90W idle, 600W maximum (limited by 5A line fuse). Please note, due to the nature of vintage components, NO WARRANTY IS EXTENDED OR OFFERED. Returns will only be considered if the components are significantly not as described or depicted. Packing and shipping are charged at actual cost and items will be fully insured.