But the ongaku represented an even higher stake in the scheme of things. Marten coltrane ii speakers with kondo audio note m77, kondo audio note ongaku and meridian sooloos track. The best circuit designed to retain high linearity and low distortion characteristic of 211. Krakow sonic society meeting 108 kondo ongaku integrated amplifier. Audionote ongaku schematic free download as pdf file. Ras2, krg3 and krg4 are also compatible with khr 3hv and are recommended sensors for this robot. The kondo ongaku amplifier will forever be a symbol of his success. Thus most if not all of what came out of kondo an japan during the nineties, were inspired by thoughts of peter qvortrup. Peter qvortrup had no formal electronic education background but he contributed and inspired the audio note japans design. There was a lot of speculation as to how much better and in. But ill bet the kondo circuit will turn in a respectable performance even when more pedestrian materials are employed. But the 211 may appear oldfashioned and unsophisticated to highbrow maniacs for audio equipment. Kondo overture ii integrated amplifier and ge1 phono.
Audio note has completely rethought the ongaku circuit. As i mentioned in the advert it is in mint condition, noscratches or any dents. After switching driver tubes in ongaku its performance changed slightly. It was about the sound itself but also music played by masakisan no samplers used in so many other rooms, but mostly 30, 40, 50 years old fantastic recordings of classical music played from vinyl records. Audio note japan kondo sound of silencesound of silence. He dared to name it ongaku, because it can boast its quality to rank with ongaku amplifier, reputed as an immortal fine piece. It enables the connection and use of krc3ad and other radio units to the new rcb4hv. Silver winding output transformer to keep the graceful and dignity sound of. I have compared the m10 to the m77 when i was due to return to live in japan, as the rather complicated m10 design didnt allow for a voltage change and i didnt want to have to use a transformer, whereas the m77 could have the adjustment made. Further, images on this site may differ from current models or specifications. At the closing stage of the vacuum tube amplifier age, tube circuit technology was in. Kondo ongaku integrated amplifier positive feedback. Free audionote diagrams, schematics, service manuals. Once hailed as the most expensive amplifier in domestic audioa distinction that has long since passed by the wayside, even when one accounts for inflationthe legendary audio note japan ongaku was put through its paces in the kondo room.
Ongaku takes us back to the legendary integrated amp itself, the one that made kondo famous. The 211 creates a formidable impression because of its shape. Looking for a suitable efficient speaker match for a smallmedium size room. Further, images on this site may differ from current models or. Jan 21, 20 the legendary ongaku integrated amplifier is such an iconic product that literally everyone in the audio circles associates audio note japan with it, and vice versa even though audio note japan or kondo labs as they are now called make a whole range of extremely exotic audio equipment that many aspire to but only. Of course, we cant build a real ongaku part of the celebrated sonic magic of the amp is in its exquisite material execution and the special virtues of inhouse audio note parts.
Kondo was still associated with making the best audio note amplifiers. One of the factors in terms of the circuit will be its ability to handle high bvoltage. Years later the japanese and uk entities of audio note split up, with kondo passing away a few years after that during ces 2006, and now the world has an updated version of the audio note uk ongaku to enjoy. Some speakers im currently considering include anjs, smaller proacs etc. The wiring included kondoaudionote japans own sps2. The ideas expressed herein are the opinions of the author expressed under his first amendment rights and therefore their value and truth should be determined by the readers for themselves. For a manufacturer with such a legendary reputation as kondo labs of japan, introducing a new model will naturally generate lots of curiosity and interest amongst diehard audiophiles. Audio note ongaku integrated, g70 preamp and ge1 phono stage. Rhapsody music and cinema 27 west 24th street, suite 506 new york, ny 10010 2122291842 rhapsody music and cinema is the kondo audio note japan us distributor. Kondo overture ii integrated amplifier and ge1 phono amplifier.
Audionote for windows download luminant software, inc. In those days when huge american solidstate amps ruled the audio roost, the arrival of an amplifier using valves in a singleended topology seemed almost surreally anachronistic. This was exactly what happened when the souga 2a3 singleended power amplifier was released. Audio note japan kondo strives for the utmost quality in their handbuilt gear. Most audio systems sound like the reproduction of an event. Audio note japankondo ongaku demo americas sales only. Audio note ongaku article by hiroyasu kondo, audio note japan, sound practices. Audionote diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. This amp was made based on the schematic that master kondo of audio note japan introduced in 19908, name of this model is ongaku, which become a. Emergence of ongaku amplifier why is the tone of the vacuum tube amplifier favored.
Allow me, please, to dream of the combined advantages of both amplifiers, as that would be my personal holy grail. Kondos 211 amplifier first made in 1988 is the unwithering model of audio note japan. Apr 02, 2017 kondos room was the place where i kept returning to rest, relax and recharge my batteries so that i could keep on going. Kondo audio note president ashizawa masaki presents the ongaku amplifier. The kri3 interface board was designed to interface khr 3hv with remote controllers from kondo.
Audio note ongaku article by hiroyasu kondo, audio note. Krs2552rhv ics servo motors x 17 sets dual usb adapter hs lightweight aluminum alloy frame nickel hydride battery 10. Probably apart from fans of both wojteks, pacula and szemis, nobody. At last the idea has materialized in the first version named ongakudac. Or you could buy a pair of audio note gakuon monoblock power amplifiers. It is important to note that that the kondo state is always on resonance since it is. This philosophy is followed closely from design to performance, providing a product that is both aesthetically simple and expresses sound with perfect beauty. No original content on this site may be reprinted or reused without permission. Basically kondo ended up having to pay his own flights and hotels and marketing. Inherits the circuit of ongaku, boasts a maximum output power amplifiers audio notes. I experimented with several driver designs, mustage, srpp, vacuum tube. Part v on old audio note m7 and use of kondo with small bookshelves. With the m77, the energy of the sound seems to materialize as if the light was emerging from the centre of the note itself.
Scratcher joined 3 years, 7 months ago location not given. The famous set ongaku, gaku oh and the rest came to be because of p. Incognito wiring on conductor and hadcock 242, living voice mystic matt. Kondo audio note japan i really, really doubt when mr. The legendary ongaku integrated amplifier is such an iconic product that literally everyone in the audio circles associates audio note japan with it, and vice versa even though audio note japan or kondo labs as they are now called make a whole range of extremely exotic audio equipment that many aspire to but only. Audio note ongaku article by hiroyasu kondo, audio note japan.
Kondo s 211 amplifier first made in 1988 is the unwithering model of audio note japan. We arent seeing a reflection but the creation of a sound. Audio note uk is europes largest and most prestigious manufacturer of ultra performance valve based home audio systems. Kondos room was the place where i kept returning to rest, relax and recharge my batteries so that i could keep on going. The current production is now using partial ksl technology internal wiring. Oct 21, 2016 the wiring included kondo audionote japans own sps2. Audio note uk ongaku integrated amplifier audiophile. Jan 31, 2012 marten coltrane ii speakers with kondo audio note m77, kondo audio note ongaku and meridian sooloos track. This philosophy is followed closely from design to performance, providing a product that is both aesthetically simple and. The schematic for kondos amplifier appeared in sound practices magazine in 1992.
The kondos are masters at drawing you in and taking your soul hostage. Kondo kagaku khr3hv humanoid kit robots dimensions are 401. Feb 09, 2012 for a manufacturer with such a legendary reputation as kondo labs of japan, introducing a new model will naturally generate lots of curiosity and interest amongst diehard audiophiles. Part iii the most important one, detailing set up and listening experience. So i never understand why this is an issue kondo still called his stuff audio note japan and peter put his name on the map by financing everything and bringing kondo amps to the west.
Unless im illinformed, the gakuon is the most expensive amplifier in the world. Part iv largely phono related, skip if you are digital only. Though there remains the kondo ongaku, built in kanagawa, japan. While given the world economy it may seem an interesting time to. May 18, 2012 kondo audio note president ashizawa masaki presents the ongaku amplifier. Apr 14, 20 i havent, but i did own for many years the m10 which was a forerunner of the m mk2 and, allegedly, better than the m. A vast range of different options is available to suit every music lovers requirements, as the companys motto says. Among the tubes available to us today, 211 can take as much as 1,000v. I havent, but i did own for many years the m10 which was a forerunner of the m mk2 and, allegedly, better than the m. It is a worthwhile question which has not been addressed comprehensively on the internet. Usually spoken about in hushed reverence by valve acolytes, kondo circuit design execution is. Please note that we cannot answer any questions regarding the content of this document or programming.
Mono and stereo is a magazine in continuous evolution, frequently delivering content most relevant to our readers. The jinros driver stage is also a departure from that of kondosans early design. The robot itself has 17 servos 1 in its neck, 3 in each of its arms, and 5 in each of its leg as well as 5 dummy servos which are easily attachable and grant it a total. Audio note ongaku article by hiroyasu kondosan, audio note from sound practices issue 2, fall 1992. If the design of the driver stage is satisfactory, the single triode power. Their dedication derives from a strong passion for things pure, simple and beautiful. Probably apart from fans of both wojteks, pacula and szemis, nobody else including both fantastic designers, will read the above.
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