1: Re: Doesn't say much for the Jolida! (7.47)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2006-01-12, 05:29:20 (65.119.184.3)
With the right tubes the Jolida is really good. At it's price point I can think of nothing that sounds as sweet or is built as well. The Panny and Jolida have different qualities that I like. On an em .......
2: Re: Anybody move from NAD integrated to Jolida? (7.47)
Posted by samspadesix on 2003-12-12, 05:30:07 (152.163.252.5)
Three months ago I shelved a much-loved NAD c370 in favor of a new Jolida 1501. The NAD served me well, but I was curious about tube sound, and the Jolida seemed like a good starting point. Overall, t .......
3: RE: Will the C-100 (6.97)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2008-01-26, 20:52:13 (65.26.194.23)
I've been experimenting with using the pre-outs of the Jolida into the C-100. Using the Jolida 1501 as a preamp has been an interesting and enlightening experience. However, at this point I am plannin .......
4: Re: VAC Avatar or Jolida (6.97)
Posted by JimH on 2002-10-26, 10:38:14 (205.187.84.246)
I'm not sure which model of Jolida you're looking at, and I am not knowledable about VAC, (so these comments may be generally useless...). I owned a Jolida SD202 that sounded "nice". It was driving M .......
5: Re: Import Jolida 1501RC (6.90)
Posted by vinylbee on 2005-12-30, 04:28:15 (171.159.192.10)
I would contact Mike Allen at Jolida http://www.jolida.com and ask him for his opinion. Maybe they can swap out the power supply for you ? .......
6: Anybody move from NAD integrated to Jolida? (6.88)
Posted by draggcj on 2003-12-11, 19:16:28 (66.66.60.104)
Specifically the C320/C340/C350 to the Jolida 1501RC. What are your thoughts on the difference? Is the Jolida better? In what areas? thanks in advance .......
7: RE: Prima Luna, Jolida, Carey, Cayin (here) are very close (6.84)
Posted by Vic Trola on 2008-08-29, 14:59:51 (75.205.168.15)
Actually, Cayin/Spark/Prima Luna are the same company. Jolida invested in a company called Shenda. Shenda makes some Jolida equipment and other factories make Jolida as well. Jolida inspects and tubes .......
8: Re: Jolida amp help (6.75)
Posted by EBerlin on 2004-10-22, 08:54:25 (67.100.241.146)
The bottom line is that you should contact JoLida directly or an outfit like Response Audio that specializes in JoLida mods. They can tell you what your options are. Both are easy to find on the web. .......
9: Re: Jolida 302 (6.74)
Posted by EBerlin on 2003-11-10, 09:46:58 (67.100.241.146)
This is not a direct suggestion, but a report of sorts. I use a Jolida 801a and Vandersteen 2Cs. My speakers are about 15 years old and I still love them. They are fabulous with my Jolida. eb ::: TOPI .......
10: Re: Can you share your thoughts about JoLida? (6.74)
Posted by DMondello@aol.com on 2003-09-05, 16:48:47 (205.188.208.9)
I own the Jolida 302b and found that this amp lets me listen to the music and not the equipment. I have owned Bryston, B&K and Counterpoint amps all being very good but not as musical as the Jolida. I .......
11: Re: You should try a good tube amp...... (6.73)
Posted by Merle on 2004-09-07, 08:59:57 (216.111.114.195)
Tubes amps owned: CJ CAV50 [also had a CJ 2250] Anthem Amp 1 Anthem Integrated 1 [still have one] Jolida 707A Jolida 502B Jolida 302B Jolida 102A Jolida 102B Cayin TA30 Bottlehead Parasex Bottlehead P .......
12: Jolida JD-200 integrated (6.62)
Posted by slope on 2003-09-29, 10:25:13 (207.34.112.248)
Any news on this product, besides whats on the Jolida site? Are they out yet for a listen. Not up here yet anyway ( GWN ). How do the other Jolida hybrid amps perform? Does the JD-200 look like a simu .......
13: Re: Help on adding remote control volume (6.59)
Posted by thelanes97 on 2005-07-19, 07:57:19 (149.101.22.4)
This is an interesting product from Jolida. Price is roughly $250. http://www.jolida.com/catalogue/models/jd50a.shtml I will definitely pick one of these up when I get around to buying a Jolida integr .......
14: Re: Jolida JD102B Question (and possible problem?) (6.55)
Posted by KT88 on 2004-10-01, 09:12:29 (12.26.101.203)
It has nothing to do with the bias. Call Jolida and ask Mike about the AC problem. You can call me if you like, but it should obviously be handled by Jolida. -Bill .......
15: Uh, nope on the Jolida. (6.50)
Posted by HenryH on 2008-03-29, 04:00:44 (74.214.45.172)
It uses a single 12AX7A tube in the preamp section. Henry Cogito Ergo Spud .......
16: RE: Prima Luna, Jolida, Carey, Cayin (here) are very close (6.50)
Posted by Kevin Deal on 2008-09-05, 01:16:35 (74.62.201.210)
"Actually, Cayin/Spark/Prima Luna are the same company. Jolida invested in a company called Shenda. Shenda makes some Jolida equipment and other factories make Jolida as well. Jolida inspects and tube .......
17: Jolida amp help (6.48)
Posted by Prisoners on 2004-10-21, 19:24:52 (68.75.166.216)
Hello all-I have a Jolida 502A int. amp driving a pair of Meadowlark Shearwater Hot Rods. Is it possible to incorporate an Accuphase P-300 power amp? The speakers are bi-wireable, and I'd like to use .......
18: Jolida JD1000A Integrated Amplifier (Tube) (6.47)
Posted by rp1@surfnetusa.com on 2003-06-20, 00:09:13 (66.248.81.196)
I don't doubt that the Jolida is a great sounding amp. I brought the little 40watt ($750) set home one weekend to see how it fared against the Spectron (I was looking for an amp for my sister, I end .......
19: Re: Jolida 102B Reliability (6.46)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-06-04, 06:55:00 (64.12.96.10)
I am curious as to what you have heard about this amp and who you heard it from. I have been a Jolida dealer almost since the beginning of Jolida themselves and found the 102B to be very reliable wit .......
20: Re: Anybody ? (6.44)
Posted by KevinH on 2003-12-12, 21:05:44 (141.154.216.251)
Bare's suggestion is excellent. I haven't heard the Jolida hybrids, but I used to have a Jolida 302A , which replaced an NAD 314 (the Jolida has since been replaced by an LFD Mistral LE). The Jolida .......
21: New Jolida 1501S (6.43)
Posted by Christophe_35 on 2005-09-05, 06:52:09 (80.125.73.77)
Hi, It seems that there is a new jolida hybrid integrated: 1501S Does someone has information about it ? .......
22: Jolida Raises Prices About 10% (6.43)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2006-06-23, 20:16:50 (65.26.193.58)
I just noticed that Jolida has raised its price on all their amps. Since commodities have been rising, I guess all that copper and aluminum they put into their amps pushed Jolida cost of manufacturing .......
23: Look to the Jolida JD 801A (6.43)
Posted by Hansson3 on 2005-11-26, 18:32:24 (69.233.170.148)
at 70 watts, and under $1500. Well worth the $300 premium over the 502. It's Jolida's best push-pull amp, aside from the JD 3000A monoblocks anyhow. But they run $5000. The 801A is a gem, and a bargai .......
24: Re: Can you share your thoughts about JoLida? (6.39)
Posted by vuman on 2003-09-05, 17:44:12 (158.140.2.102)
HI, Actually I did visit Deja Vu in Mclean, VA. It is a nice store. Vu, he has a lot of nice speakers and tube amp. I even saw some modified Jolida using 300B tube. BTW, I own a highly modified Jolida .......
25: Problems with Jolida - Same problem (6.37)
Posted by jharris on 2005-07-19, 10:08:50 (157.234.254.6)
with my Jolida. Crackling noise in left speaker always followed by a louder "pop". This went on for a few weeks then total silence! Cutting to the chase, I drove the unit to Jolida/United Home Product .......
26: Take a look instead at the Jolida 707 or 801 (6.36)
Posted by Parnelli777 on 2005-06-05, 19:58:49 (69.236.36.178)
40 watts and 70 watts respectively. Imo, they are nicer amps, and happen to be a much better value. Around $1200.00 for the 707; $1500 for the 801. Take a look also at the Reponse Audio site. They kno .......
27: Jolida 502B with Low Efficiency Speakers? (6.35)
Posted by BaddaBob on 2004-04-29, 07:41:31 (24.156.210.190)
I am interested in a Jolida 502B but my speakers are only 86db efficient (6-8ohm). Has anybody tried the Jolida with speakers that fit this profile? Much obliged. .......
28: Hmmmm (6.34)
Posted by Jagdeep on 2008-05-16, 05:12:17 (203.120.68.71)
Mate if the Jolida amps failed.. that is the QC problem of Jolida. They have not implemented a good enough Jolida QC system. They have instructed the Chinese manufacturer to keep costs low and let the .......
29: Jolida JD-1000RC (6.31)
Posted by mjcmt on 2009-12-20, 15:32:17 (24.148.234.43)
Jolida JD-1000RC, 100wpc, integrated amp w/ remote control A Jolida JD-1000P power amp version is also available w/ upgraded internal parts. The power amp is not on their website, but is available in .......
30: Re: Opinions on Jolida JD-1000a Integrated (6.29)
Posted by EBerlin on 2003-10-21, 22:58:19 (171.75.169.148)
Frankly, I think you need a contrasting opinion to what you heard from muralmanl. I don't have the Jolida 1000, but I have...and love...the Jolida 801a, an amp of about the same vintage as the 1000, b .......
31: Any Jolida Dealer in Seattle, WA? (6.29)
Posted by oris98 on 2004-08-01, 22:35:29 (63.229.28.225)
Hi all, I am looking for a Jolida dealer in Seattle, wa area so that I can try out the stock Jolida amp. Does anybody know ? Many thanks. .......
32: Re: Anybody move from NAD integrated to Jolida? (6.28)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-12, 06:53:25 (216.111.114.195)
I went from a C370 to a Cayin TA30. If you are considering changing to a tube amp, please forget the Jolida's and look at the Cayin TA30. At $500, new, it pretty much stomps both the NAD and the Jolid .......
33: An indirect answer, perhaps... (6.26)
Posted by EBerlin on 2007-07-14, 15:52:09 (68.98.175.238)
...my Sonographe experience follows. For some years I used a Sonographe pre-amp with an Adcom GFA-555 amp. All solid state. Eventually I sold them and bought a used Jolida 801a tube integrated. Sold t .......
34: Re: Jolida 502B with Low Efficiency Speakers? (6.24)
Posted by BaddaBob on 2004-04-29, 13:28:28 (24.156.210.190)
I read your post in Audio Circle which increased my interest in the Jolida - it's been on my short list for a while. I called up Jolida and they said it was "on the edge" of what the Jolida could hand .......
35: Re: Anybody move from NAD integrated to Jolida? (6.23)
Posted by samzx12 on 2003-12-15, 08:06:33 (198.89.160.22)
Dont know if I should chime in here or not but I have gone from SS to a Jolida JD-1000 tubed Integrated and love it so far. I will start tube rolling soon as from what I have been told it will make a .......
36: Re: Pre-amp out Mod for Jolida (6.22)
Posted by bmed on 2002-11-08, 09:30:18 (170.27.132.74)
Hello, I own a Jolida 302 as well. I would just run the sub directly from the amp. You can send it in to Jolida and the install charge is small (~$50) plus shipping. I've heard some complaints about e .......
37: How about Jolida? (6.20)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-02-21, 07:13:23 (76.172.210.33)
BadgerDMS, I've never even seen one, but I've read positive comments about Jolida tube and tube/hybrid integrateds over the years: http://www.responseaudio.com/jolida%20tube%20amps.htm - and there is .......
38: First of all... (6.19)
Posted by Duke on 2003-03-30, 11:12:22 (68.14.112.218)
...who charged you $1200 for a JoLida 302b? Retail is $950. Before you chuck the JoLida, try some Valve Art tubes. I know they're Chinese, but they are quite good, especially in the bottom end. The C .......
39: Re: The Jolida 502B For Under $1000 (6.18)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2006-02-07, 05:41:33 (65.119.184.3)
I bought my Jolida 1501 hybrid integrated from Underwood HiFi. He also sells the Jolida 502B for around $950, which has a bit more power than than the 302B. I can easily recommend Underwood HiFi. ::: .......
40: Not so. (6.18)
Posted by KT88 on 2006-01-30, 16:20:51 (209.170.179.96)
We had one of the first 5 channel all tube systems set-up here for demo years ago. We used Jolida amplifiers. All he needs to do is to substitute the two front speakers power from Denon to Jolida. Jus .......
41: Re: not quite metro NYC (6.18)
Posted by rkapadia on 2004-03-08, 00:05:05 (68.174.114.38)
I noticed you'd like modifications to a Jolida component - you may want to contact Bill Baker of Response Audio in upstate New York. In addition to being an Authorized Jolida service center, he also h .......
42: jolida JD-50 questions (6.17)
Posted by jamesgnr on 2005-03-19, 17:29:26 (24.9.88.57)
Hi, I have a Jolida 302b, I didn't realize that I could get a Sub-out until I had already recieved the amp. Due to the cost of shipping, as well as the cost of the mod (if I were to send it back to jo .......
43: Which Jolida Hybrid amp for Vandersteen 1B's? (6.17)
Posted by WPM on 2008-02-16, 15:48:47 (208.124.15.53)
Hi, I searched the archives but could not find a thread that dealt with the Jolida hybrid amps and Vandersteen 1B loudspeakers, so here are my questions: The 1B's are pretty easy to drive, so is there .......
44: Re: Anthem seperates vs Jolida integrated? (6.16)
Posted by uw312@aol.com on 2004-08-12, 12:47:07 (64.12.117.11)
I can't speak to the Anthem products, as I've never owned them. But before my current setup, I owned the Jolida 302b (UnderwoodWally mods) with the Klipsch RF-7 and it was a wonderful setup. The only .......
45: Re: Mosfet Amps Recommendations (6.15)
Posted by big-eyed beans from venus on 2005-01-08, 21:44:10 (63.189.201.78)
Actually, Jolida makes integrated hybrid MOSFET amps that retail for as little as $350... .......
46: Does anyone own/ have an opinion about the Jolida JD 100A CD player? (6.13)
Posted by Number9 on 2004-05-20, 11:48:40 (192.249.47.11)
Hello, I'm interested in purchasing the Jolida JD100A CD player & a new integrated amplifier & speakers. Any suggestions as to which amp & speakers that would make the Jolida shine? Thanks in advance, .......
47: Can you share your thoughts about JoLida? (6.13)
Posted by blink on 2003-09-05, 02:24:29 (64.12.96.10)
I have been studying and researching and asking questions about putting together a system. Right now, I am very strongly decided about building a Spendor 1/2 speaker and Jolida tube system. My local s .......
48: Pre-amp out Mod for Jolida (6.11)
Posted by winefood on 2002-11-07, 14:07:17 (209.204.169.144)
Hi, I am adding a sub-woofer to my system, but my integrated Jolida 302 tube amp does not have a pre-amp out. Does anyone know how to modify the Jolida to add a pre-amp out? Your assistance is appreci .......
49: Authorized Jolida dealers (6.11)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-10-12, 08:48:02 (205.188.208.9)
In all reality, there are only a handful of authorized Jolida dealers and even less that are authorized for internet sales. If interested in Jolida products, it is best to contact Jolida to find out .......
50: RE: Build quality is much higher on the Rogue than the Jolida. (6.08)
Posted by mjcmt on 2008-03-26, 04:12:42 (152.42.162.227)
Are you saying you bought the Jolida 1000RC but wish you bought the Rogue,even though it has a passive preamp? What is it about the Jolida you don't like? Why should it matter if it has a passive prea .......
51: Jolida dealer in the San Diego area (6.07)
Posted by ilift2 on 2005-11-28, 16:52:29 (68.107.101.121)
Hello, does anyone know of a Jolida dealer in the San Diego area? I emailed Jolida but no response yet. Thanks Larry .......
52: Re: Jolida JD-1701 or Rotel RA-01 (6.07)
Posted by drob on 2005-03-17, 12:08:48 (209.226.82.197)
I just sold an RA 01 to pick up a Jolida 202. The RA 01 does a lot of things well, but it was too BRIGHT with my speakers. I began to avoid listening to it. Dance/electronica would be fine, everything .......
53: I've had a lot better luck with Rogue Audio gear vs. Jolida. (6.07)
Posted by Opus 104 on 2008-08-14, 21:41:08 (74.214.43.216)
Absolutely no problem with 5 or 6 Rogue components. Major problems with big Jolida tube integrated. I'd buy Rogue again. Not jolida. "For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: "It .......
54: Re: Best 50-60 W tube amp under $800 (6.07)
Posted by Jack Gribble on 2004-06-28, 19:58:54 (68.227.212.210)
For $150 more, the Jolida 302b is a steal new. Used, I've seen "asking" prices for the unit for $600. But like any amp, synergy with speakers is essential...for example Jolida and B&W, nope. Jolida an .......
55: Pre out on Jolida (6.07)
Posted by Response34 on 2004-09-27, 17:52:37 (64.12.116.9)
The Jolida amplifiers do not come standard with preamp output but can be upgraded to have this feature including a pre out / main in for those using high pass x-overs within subwoofers. Also, ther i .......
56: Jolida 1501 Integrated Amplifier (Tube) (6.06)
Posted by vinylbee on 2005-12-28, 05:05:06 (171.159.192.10)
I had the 1501RC and also encountered the same as you. Tube rollin played a huge factor and improved the sound drastically. But what keeps me coming back to Jolida products is that I can call Mike All .......
57: Warning to eBay buyers: take this serious (6.05)
Posted by default on 2003-10-12, 16:58:11 (207.223.246.215)
I purchased a Jolida amp from a "dealer" just over a year ago and ran into some problems only to find out they were not a dealer. Neither the dealer or Jolida was willing to resolve the issue and I go .......
58: Re: Which model Jolida did you have? While .... (6.05)
Posted by Frank25 on 2005-06-06, 20:15:15 (24.187.24.151)
Jolida does sound nice for the money just not as nice as the Primaluna stuff and its definitly not built as well. I would also check out the new entry level Rogue stuff which is a bit more money but n .......
59: Yes, Jolida (6.04)
Posted by EBerlin on 2003-10-23, 22:09:20 (165.247.106.102)
I also recommend Jolida... .......
60: Re: Integrated Amp Recomendation under $650 (6.04)
Posted by gdecapua@hotmail.com on 2005-03-13, 20:16:42 (24.203.50.238)
I tested out the Cambridge on some B&W's DM602 S3. I also heard the NAD C320bee on my psbs but nothing else. I compared it with the NAD C320bee and the nad had the bass going on but couldn't compare t .......
61: Jolida JD3000 mono blocks (6.04)
Posted by denf on 2005-01-02, 05:51:38 (69.212.11.147)
Anyone out there familiar/own a pair of the Jolida JD3000 amps? Would like to know how they compare to more "mainstream" tube amps like CJ Premier 140's, Rogue amps, etc. The Jolida's seem like they m .......
62: Re: Jungson JA88C or Jolida 1501 or ? (6.02)
Posted by mjcmt on 2005-02-04, 11:48:19 (64.12.116.7)
Don't know about Jungson, but Jolida gear is forward sounding but the tubes add warmth and smoothness of top end. Jolida gear is a great value. The modified Jolida's offered buy sum make other gear mo .......
63: Jolida cinder (6.02)
Posted by notafulldeck on 2003-01-15, 23:27:40 (63.202.20.128)
Does anybody have a schematic for a Jolida JD102b? Thanks .......
64: Re: Please comment on this set-up.. (5.99)
Posted by Sturmey on 2005-07-18, 16:40:24 (63.200.152.226)
I've done alot of bi-amping with Jolida integrated tube amps on top, and various solid state amps on the bottom. The volume control on the Jolida integrateds allow level matching between bass and the .......
65: You could do a lot, lot worse... (5.98)
Posted by rp1@surfnetusa.com on 2004-03-22, 16:09:30 (67.30.102.231)
than the Jolida. At that price your idea of using it as a "musical" reference to keep the high-dollor amps honest is not a bad one at all. I should also mention in the year that I have hung around my .......
66: Little changes on Jolida amps. (5.98)
Posted by Merle on 2006-06-17, 17:55:27 (68.55.221.193)
I was over at the Jolida factory the other day [I live nearby]. Mike Allen was showing me his latest and greatest. Have you guys seen the JD1000RC? Wow! What a stunning amp! They got rid of that chees .......
67: RE: this was Jolida's response about the upgrade... (5.97)
Posted by ffcruzm on 2010-01-21, 11:38:00 (155.201.35.55)
Theron, Did you get your Jolida modified? Thanks. .......
68: "Passive" Preamplifier better or just as good? (5.95)
Posted by Peter_Klim on 2004-12-10, 18:56:39 (69.115.17.68)
Hi, Are passive preamplifiers just as good as regular preamplifier? What are the things to consider? I was considering the new Jolida JD 50A: Remote Control Unit. Mainly because it has a remote and an .......
69: Jolida 502A (5.95)
Posted by chgolatin2@yahoo.com on 2007-02-18, 12:58:27 (75.57.208.229)
For all the audiophile gurus, how do you rate the Jolida 502A rated at 60wpc. Since I have the Shanling STP 80 I was curious on upgrading to a higher power amp. Any reviews on this puppy? Found it "u .......
70: You can easily compare the new amp & preamp to the Jolida (5.94)
Posted by goofytwoshoes on 2004-05-23, 09:49:46 (209.71.222.29)
Have a listen to your system with the Rogue and Odyssey for a few days when they arrive. Then put you Jolida back into the system. Leave the Rogue in place with the turntable connected to it. Connect .......
71: Jolida (demo price) (5.93)
Posted by twisty on 2006-09-16, 17:17:03 (24.5.170.30)
I find the B&W's to be very bright. The smoothness of the Jolida may go well. .......
72: Re: I need a recommendation on upgrading from a Jolida 1501RC (5.91)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-12-09, 14:04:19 (12.203.244.69)
KT88 is right. If you really love certain elements about the amp it might be difficult to find one that pleases you. Went thru 4 myself, in the last two years, to finally settle on one. Underwoodw .......
73: Re: What tube preamp to choose - PrimaLuna Prologue Three or Jolida Envoy (5.91)
Posted by pushpulltriode on 2005-12-19, 23:01:20 (219.79.234.81)
I have no exerpeince with the other however the Jolida Envoy sounds pretty good, very clean and fast sounding. The Jolida sounds like a solid state amplifier in a good way. Based on my experience, Con .......
74: If you need gain and are looking in the $400-500 range, (5.90)
Posted by HenryH on 2008-01-11, 12:07:22 (74.214.45.172)
look no further than the Jolida JD-9a phono preamp. Lots of gain/loading options and a tubed final stage. Henry Cogito Ergo Spud .......
75: Re: Jolida vs. Cary: a quality of sound difference? (5.90)
Posted by Parnelli777 on 2005-06-16, 06:01:04 (69.233.169.217)
It seems at some point you have to consider value. The Cary integrateds cost twice or more what the comparable Jolida does. If you think you're getting more for your money with the Cary, or that it's .......
76: talk me out of a Primaluna.... (compared to a Jolida 202) (5.90)
Posted by glfrancis2@yahoo.com on 2004-12-18, 10:04:50 (216.212.155.27)
Someone here recommended that I look into the Primaluna amp for $1095. I was going to buy the Jolida 202 (upgraded version) for $850). So far I really like the Primaluna. Point to point wiring, no bia .......
77: Re: Jolida vs. Cary: a quality of sound difference? (5.88)
Posted by Jack Gribble on 2005-06-15, 10:48:33 (68.100.181.169)
when speakeing of tube amplifiers, Cary has more tonal density, Jolida has Much better timing...the Cary amps sound slow to me, The Jolida 302b has perhaps the best sense of timing around. With cd pla .......
78: Re: Jolida 102B mods (5.88)
Posted by rp1@surfnetusa.com on 2003-06-26, 17:04:41 (66.248.83.89)
Considering how inexpensive the Jolida was to begin with I would say "Hell Yes!" .......
79: Re: Jolida 502B with Low Efficiency Speakers? (5.87)
Posted by Merle on 2004-04-29, 18:02:51 (68.55.58.186)
Well you know, there's always the Jolida 801 or the 1000. :) .......
80: Re: Polk around for a Jolida 102b or 202b nt (5.87)
Posted by oldskoolboarder on 2005-06-23, 10:31:33 (65.219.4.2)
What would make the Jolida a better option? .......
81: RE: Jolida 502 BRC Hum. (5.87)
Posted by ffcruzm on 2010-01-03, 08:47:28 (98.251.1.179)
Interesting. What kind of upgrade are you getting for your Jolida? .......
82: Re: Can you share your thoughts about JoLida? (5.87)
Posted by Tromatic on 2003-09-05, 07:58:39 (216.99.209.139)
Surre. Every question you asked has been asked before. I found 1039 posts referencing Jolida. Spendor is very highly regarded, so isa Jolida. Rotel makes nice SS gear, Jolida makes nice tube gear. A l .......
83: I've bought too many amps! (5.86)
Posted by Merle on 2003-08-31, 18:22:47 (205.188.208.9)
I recently purchased a Jolida 102B to use with my Paradigm Studio 20v.3's. Together, they made very nice music but I could tell the speakers would be better with more power. No punch with the little J .......
84: Re: Jolida tubes vs Jolida hybrids (5.85)
Posted by cody_the_cat on 2005-07-24, 20:30:10 (24.18.209.77)
Did I hear someone say, Unico? I have one for sale in mint condition. .......
85: Warning to eBay buyers: "New" Jolida products from PpP Computer and Audio... (5.83)
Posted by seldomblu on 2003-10-11, 16:41:35 (209.193.71.7)
.., offered at fairly substantial discounts, are being sold by an "unauthorized" dealer, according to Jolida. So, buy from PpP Audio at your own risk. I was ready to buy, but I am glad I waited a few .......
86: Re: I've been using a Jolida 302b... (5.82)
Posted by Vinylrube-esque on 2006-10-09, 07:05:43 (70.248.133.229)
for a couple of weeks now. Here's the catch with the Jolida, at least in my system--it needs a pre-amp to sound its best. The Jolida has a passive pre which will get the job done, however I found musi .......
87: Re: Integrated for Magnepan (5.82)
Posted by lesley h. on 2006-05-24, 15:16:34 (216.57.213.194)
I have a Jolida 502b pure tube integrated running my Mg12's in a room your size. I listen to the same kind of music you listed, and I would say that the Jolida creates a sound tailor-made to the sound .......
88: Re: Integrated Tube Short List (5.80)
Posted by Hansson3 on 2006-01-17, 18:49:41 (69.111.131.89)
Jolida JD 801A. 70 watts, 6550/KT88. Really nice. It seems like it should run $2000+, but only costs $1475. Ask Bill at Response Audio what he thinks of this unit. It's the sleeper tube integrated tha .......
89: Re: Import Jolida 1501RC (5.80)
Posted by GRath on 2005-12-30, 11:36:04 (204.180.123.130)
yeah i was figuring something like that. I guess i'll try calling mike at jolida and see what he says. .......
90: Jolida vs older amps, Dynaco, HK Citation, etc? (5.79)
Posted by benhen on 2006-04-20, 09:23:16 (192.55.52.4)
How does Jolida stack up against the old Dynacos and Citations? .......
91: Jolida may be worth considering (5.79)
Posted by G Squared on 2006-07-12, 07:56:06 (129.6.105.211)
I heard a pair of ProAcs driven by the large Jolida Integrated. Very nice. .......
92: Anthem seperates vs Jolida integrated? (5.79)
Posted by frank on 2004-08-11, 09:24:41 (68.194.185.104)
I am looking to buy a new amplifier to replace my old NAD integrated. I want to make the switch to tubes because i have heard that they go well with my klipsch speakers. My question is how would the A .......
93: replacement for jolida 302b (5.79)
Posted by hifishaggy on 2004-08-25, 16:45:11 (157.132.224.113)
Hello, Was looking for some suggestions for a replacement for my Jolida 302B. I am looking for another intergrated with a bit more power and but trying to keep some of the tube midrange. I listen to a .......
94: Re: Cayin TA30 (5.76)
Posted by Merle on 2004-03-26, 05:20:24 (216.111.114.195)
Hi, I've owned the Cayin as well as serveral Jolida's. Really a toss up. I think the Cayin may be slightly better built. On the other hand, I believe the Jolida's are better built than they used to be .......
95: Re: Jolida (5.76)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2007-03-17, 08:05:29 (65.26.193.58)
I've read many good reviews of the 1501 as well. There are many more Brystons for sale than Jolida hybrids on A'gon. .......
96: jolida comaprison (5.75)
Posted by MillHouse1835@aol.com on 2007-04-01, 05:06:38 (74.242.88.5)
whats the difference in the sound of the jolida 302 and 502 integrated amps? .......
97: Jolida says... (5.75)
Posted by DragonEars on 2009-10-12, 22:38:29 (71.227.222.70)
Jolida says they are paired as follows: V5 and V9, V6 and V10, V7 and V11, V8 and V12 .......
98: RE: Jolida 1701 RC (5.75)
Posted by mjcmt on 2009-12-03, 16:55:48 (24.148.234.43)
Email Jolida for all your questions details. They are very helpful, and will respond promptly. They have always been good to me. .......
99: Re: You may be right... (5.75)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2005-08-23, 20:57:04 (24.9.231.190)
I agree. At a pricey $1000 you have to consider a real preamp vs a single-input 'volume control'. But at $250 if the Jolida gets the job done it could be a real bargain. Thanks for the Jolida web add .......
100: Re: Why are they nicer? I had a Jolida and it was was built like crap (5.73)
Posted by Frank25 on 2005-06-06, 20:13:37 (24.187.24.151)
Primaluna=far better build quality and slightly better sound than Jolida and Ive owned 2 differant Jolidas a 102b and 302b, both featured crappy build quality, but overall nice sound for the money. Bu .......
101: Re: Warning to eBay buyers: "New" Jolida products from PpP Computer and Audio... (5.73)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-10-13, 17:23:35 (205.188.208.9)
Actually, all he mentioned was that Jolida said they were not authorized. I know first hand that Jolida WILL stand behind any product if it is a true defect in manufactuering. I also know for a fact .......
102: Jolida SJ502B (5.71)
Posted by OK on 2003-07-03, 06:37:23 (207.54.96.180)
I am thinking to use a Jolida 502B to drive my front speakers in a home theatre system. Will it work probably ?? If not I would sell it !! .......
103: Re: What is it...understood (5.70)
Posted by Sturmey on 2005-12-13, 16:48:30 (63.200.152.226)
I did not roll the tubes in the Jolida pre, seeing as how the unit does not have a remote control, which I prefer. I do have a Jolida preamp for sale if you know anybody that wants one. .......
104: Re: Jolida Raises Prices About 10% (5.70)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2006-06-24, 05:36:38 (65.26.193.58)
I own a 1501RC and love the sound. I agree, Jolida products are great values. .......
105: RE: How about Jolida? (5.70)
Posted by bjh on 2008-02-21, 11:02:00 (216.209.33.106)
Were you pleased with the switch to the Jolida 801A? Pros? Cons? Everything matters, don't forget to tweak your placebos! .......
106: Jolida Integrated Amp Help (5.70)
Posted by hoboken on 2005-08-09, 12:48:56 (209.204.75.228)
Hi, I'm looking to get into the world of tube amps, and I've been directed to a few different Jolida models (I am on a pretty tight budget). I want something that sounds warm and real, something that .......
107: Re: Know Anything About the Jolida JD9A Phono Preamp? (5.70)
Posted by morricab on 2004-11-30, 05:08:11 (196.3.50.254)
This is just a little opamp phono stage, correct? I have the Jolida JD3000b (just an Envoy without phono board) but I saw the same thing in the LUA Serenada (exactly the same preamp as the Envoy for a .......
108: Re: Upgrade form Jolida JD1000 (5.70)
Posted by samzx12 on 2003-11-26, 12:47:07 (198.89.160.22)
Does the Jolida not have enough juice? I just bought one and while my room is not huge the Jolida does have plenty of power. My speakers are 89db sensitive. I have always had solid state and this is m .......
109: New Amp recommendations for Quad 21l2.... (5.69)
Posted by martyw on 2009-10-31, 17:01:37 (96.231.151.8)
Hi all -- not very happy with my current setup (Quad 21l2 speakers and a Jolida 302BRC amp) and explore two solid state integrated options: (1) Add a new under $500 amp and put the Jolida in the clo .......
110: Jolida 1701 (5.68)
Posted by Christophe_35 on 2005-10-30, 00:58:52 (84.4.94.111)
Hi everyone Is the jolida 1701 available with a remote control ? .......
111: RE: Jolida 1701 and 1301 vs 1501 (5.68)
Posted by musicalchap on 2009-08-31, 11:47:56 (75.63.3.19)
If you have the 1501 already, going to the 1701 or 1301 will give you more of the same only less bass control. If you have doubts, call Jolida and talk to Mike Allen, CEO at Jolida and who is very nic .......
112: Jolida dealers in Greater Los Angeles/South Cal? (5.67)
Posted by old geezer on 2004-04-29, 12:33:21 (67.120.6.12)
I wonder if anyone knows of a dealer in this area where Jolida amps can be auditioned. Regards, og .......
113: Re: Hey BB - The Jolida might be the ticket (5.66)
Posted by G Squared on 2005-06-08, 12:32:04 (129.6.105.211)
I have a NAD 541i and like it, recently heard the Jolida and it has a little tube magic that seems to take the "digital" edge off. .......
114: Re: Jolida 1501RC.........second that (5.66)
Posted by wmitty on 2005-11-30, 09:48:02 (157.234.254.6)
Conservative rating at 100W. Their cdp Jolida 100A) is a steal for it's price range. Would suggest highly. .......
115: Re: That's easy......Jolida tube integrated (5.66)
Posted by vinylbee on 2005-12-24, 04:15:36 (65.12.191.135)
I 2nd the Jolida.....1501rc is pretty good hybrid of tubes and solid state. .......
116: IF the Jolida amps are.... (5.66)
Posted by Atver on 2007-02-20, 13:02:32 (192.146.1.16)
anywhere near as good as the Jolida JD9 phono stage, I would check them out closely. It is tremendous value for the money and sounds fantastic to me. .......
117: RE: question on Jolida JD 1501RC tape loop (5.66)
Posted by mjcmt on 2008-04-30, 04:19:49 (152.42.170.121)
If you email Jolida they will reply back. They have always answered me promptly. Mike .......
118: Here you go, tube hybrid... (5.66)
Posted by Hepcat on 2005-01-01, 12:02:58 (66.245.79.26)
...from Jolida. I have the 1300 model just prior to this one. Only difference I see is that mine is black. Great full rich sound for 30WPC and very solidly built. .......
119: Re: Audio Analogue Puccini? (5.65)
Posted by Sturmey on 2005-08-29, 14:57:14 (63.200.152.226)
How about a Jolida JD1000 tube amp? Enormous power reserves, tons of deep base, and nice airy highs. .......
120: Re: Looking for an int amp with such features (5.65)
Posted by tubelust on 2004-02-28, 09:58:14 (65.32.251.40)
Ihad a Jolida integrated hybrid tube amp and I loved it!! It was 100 wattsRMS of smoooooooooth sound!. I don't remember model #...1503??,anyway...All Jolida components are very very well made!! I boug .......
121: Re: Integrated tube amp suggestions for Proacs... (5.65)
Posted by EBerlin on 2004-09-05, 16:16:14 (68.98.175.238)
My Jolida 801a puts out 70watts continuous and 140watts peak power. It drives my elderly Vandersteen 2Cs wonderfully well, with plenty of heft, bass, and volume. Sensitivity is identical to yours (the .......
122: It works with the Jolida (5.65)
Posted by KT88 on 2006-01-30, 18:34:20 (209.170.179.96)
The Jolida amps do not have an active preamp section, so you are just running it through the source selector switch and volume control. You will need a phonostage between the table and the Jolida of c .......
123: Got a new Job, That means new gear! (5.64)
Posted by RTilbury on 2005-06-02, 16:54:51 (66.74.132.121)
Ok I have posted here many times but i'll state my current setup again. NAD C350 Yamaha cdc775 Tannoy Fusion 4s Tara labs and audioquest cables I just got a very good paying job for the summer and jus .......
124: Well, sure... (5.63)
Posted by EBerlin on 2007-07-15, 11:42:01 (68.98.175.238)
...I agree that a CJ set up would smoke the Jolida. But my point was not to get a Jolida, but to go CJ rather than Sonographe. .......
125: Re: Jolida (5.62)
Posted by Orchardist on 2003-09-09, 16:51:06 (205.188.208.9)
Thanks Maxx And Marc.I'll have to keep my eyes peeled for a Jolida right away.I listed both the pieces I mentioned in my first post on Audiogon and sold them both the first day!!! .......
126: Re: Does anyone own/ have an opinion about the Jolida JD 100A CD player? (5.62)
Posted by jhorowitz128 on 2004-05-20, 12:40:41 (24.239.188.176)
Do a "Jolida" search in the Digital-General Asylum. Loads of opinions there. Have fun. .......
127: Re: Jolida JD-707 vs. Primaluna Prologue One (5.62)
Posted by peterK on 2005-03-01, 16:47:30 (69.115.17.68)
I too considered the Jolida's, but their not the most reliable of amps. So I got the One for my Martin Logan ReQuests. Couldn't be any happier :) .......
128: deHavilland UltraVerve + Jolida JD 3000A monoblocks (5.62)
Posted by Parnelli777 on 2005-06-23, 11:08:47 (69.105.233.15)
will give you what you want. .......
129: Jolida tubes vs Jolida hybrids (5.62)
Posted by Wil84 on 2005-07-23, 02:52:34 (203.120.68.71)
Do the hybrids overall add more bass to a setup? im looking to get a 1701 very soon. .......
130: Re: Jungson JA88C or Jolida 1501 or ? (5.60)
Posted by Maxxc on 2005-02-04, 20:06:32 (12.202.121.230)
I own Jungson and have owned Jolida. I originally bought a Jolida 1701A, looking as you are to tame the brightness. The 1701A (Hybrid) was Dynamic and had a good midrange. However I really was disa .......
131: Sell Jolida Integrated for ASL seperates? (5.59)
Posted by Dave H on 2003-06-17, 09:36:23 (205.188.208.9)
I was thinking seriously about picking up the Dove 8 watt SET monos from Antique Sound Labs. Problem is, I just bought the Jolida 302b integrated, which I had fully modifed. I do like the Jolida, don' .......
132: Re: Jolida 502B with Low Efficiency Speakers? (5.58)
Posted by EBerlin on 2004-04-30, 16:05:46 (63.191.73.92)
...And I can vouch for the wonderful qualities of the Jolida 801. I'm very, very happy with mine, which I've had for 2 years... eb .......
133: Have you heard the Jolida SET amp? (5.57)
Posted by RGA on 2005-06-15, 19:10:43 (207.81.84.149)
How does it fair and how much does it go for? My dealer sorta carries Jolida still and I like those SE designs. and if you didn't already know Sugden has a new A21SE out. Interesting .......
134: Modified Jolida's (5.57)
Posted by rnhood on 2003-02-24, 18:33:56 (24.136.229.112)
Can I get some comments from any owners of the modified Jolida amps offered from more than one source now on the internet (Audiogon)? .......
135: Which model Jolida did you have? While .... (5.57)
Posted by PureAudio on 2005-06-06, 06:39:24 (165.234.91.93)
...I think the Jolida's sound excellent for the $$$, I have noticed some quality problems from time to time, too; although, I have not recently. .......
136: Re: Question about Jolida 1501 (5.57)
Posted by vinylbee on 2005-08-30, 17:44:41 (68.154.105.55)
I have had a few Jolida amps, and the 1501 is def. not bright. You wont go wrong with this model. .......
137: Jolida 1501RC (5.57)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2007-09-14, 19:46:51 (65.26.202.248)
Jolida 1501RC is a hybrid, tube pre - MOSFET amp. Has plenty of slam. .......
138: RE: Jolida, Primaluna, or Antique Sound Lab? (5.57)
Posted by AudioSoul on 2008-05-27, 17:56:31 (67.61.219.3)
I had the Jolida 202 it was alright, I think you are better off with the Primaluna.....JMHO.....DK .......
139: Jolida 100 watt tube (5.57)
Posted by zacks on 2009-10-20, 13:26:08 (70.41.233.242)
I keep putting off buying a new system...I got to do it now... I want a Jolida 100 watt tube or hybrid and a good cd player.. I thought of the Jolida tube cd player but any good player under 1000$ wil .......
140: The Jolida's build quality was OK, but nothing more. (5.55)
Posted by HenryH on 2008-03-26, 04:27:15 (74.214.45.172)
Within 2 months I had to ship it back to Jolida to replace an out of spec coupling cap that was causing the amp to shut down randomly. Boxing up a 70-pound amp and carrying it down the stairs is a has .......
141: Jolida 302 (5.55)
Posted by BobbyAnalogue on 2003-11-10, 08:23:08 (198.143.244.211)
I am purchasing a Jolida 302. Looking for suggestions for speaker pairing and trying to keep it around $600. Vandersteen 1cs have been suggested. Any others? .......
142: Re: replacement for jolida 302b (5.54)
Posted by frank on 2004-08-25, 20:59:08 (68.194.185.104)
Will you be selling the Jolida?? I have been looking for a tube integrated? Please email me privately at imperfectcircle25@yahoo.com thanks frank .......
143: Jolida 301 Hybrid. (5.54)
Posted by Hepcat on 2003-06-10, 17:18:13 (67.30.247.231)
Check it out. Wonderful. .......
144: Re: Jolida 1301 - 4 ohm speakers? (5.53)
Posted by tavegia@bellsouth.net on 2005-03-12, 17:45:40 (68.215.181.73)
The output would actually be more into 4 ohms. You should be O.K., but if you are still concerned write Mike Allen at Jolida and he will give you the straight stuff. .......
145: RE: Jolida JD-1000RC saga, Part Tres (pic). (5.53)
Posted by AudioSoul on 2007-09-20, 08:27:52 (71.36.176.196)
A fine example of investigative reporting Henry, I hope thins turn out well for you and your Jolida......DK .......
146: RE: 5751 tube in Jolida JD9-How will gain be affected (5.53)
Posted by muralman1 on 2008-01-20, 15:54:29 (67.161.177.59)
I used the Sylvania in other Jolida applications and was simply wowed. Although I don't have an answer for you, I think you are on the right path. Good luck! .......
147: RE: ?? Jolida JD-1501RC ?? (5.53)
Posted by Mr_bill2 on 2008-04-22, 11:32:08 (24.255.112.14)
I use mine as part of a 2 CH home theater set up and couldn't be happier. A real sleeper from Jolida; and yes the stock chinese have to go!! :^) .......
148: What's the power of Jolida amps into 4 Ohms? (5.53)
Posted by Giacomo on 2005-07-03, 22:29:00 (128.103.14.18)
I've been unable to find this spec on the Jolida website, and in the archives the only reference I've found was an ominous statement that the Jolida 1301 has lower output into 4 Ohms than 8! I'm havin .......
149: Re: Ha! (5.53)
Posted by jackgribble@cox.net on 2004-03-22, 09:34:06 (68.227.212.210)
I really must have got the wrong message across. What I was saying is that I think I really found a special amplifier in the Jolida 302B. I was asking you guys about it because I have only had it in m .......
150: Re: What amp would be a good match for.. (5.53)
Posted by Hansson3 on 2006-05-13, 10:00:43 (69.224.18.190)
The Jolida JD801A is a 70 watt per, KT88/6550 integrated. Really a nice sounding amp. Inexpensive too, at $1475. .......
151: Re: Jolida amp help (5.52)
Posted by KT88 on 2004-10-22, 12:39:52 (63.124.17.166)
The term might best be "sub out" as there would be an internal signal split included in the modification. You will have power available at the Jolida output terminals and level control of both the Jol .......
152: Need a recommendation for a fair and dependable Jolida dealer. (5.52)
Posted by PureAudio on 2005-05-23, 13:56:20 (165.234.84.28)
There is no Jolida dealer anywhere around where I live (rural, upper midwest). Looking for recommendation on a solid person/place I can buy Jolida from that has been around for awhile, offers fair pr .......
153: Jolida users (especially the 102B) . . . all who have opinions about SS vs. tubes! (5.52)
Posted by JumboJimbo on 2004-04-08, 12:39:02 (67.0.96.146)
I am just about ready to start my lstening room. Have a budget of $1500-2000. Very impressed with the NAD C320BEE, but lusting after tubes (Jolida 102B). I have auditioned both and been very impressed .......
154: Re: Jolida SJ502B (5.51)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-07-03, 09:09:09 (64.12.96.10)
Absolutely. The Jolida would work just fine in this application as long as your speakers like it (you didn't give any details). I have several customers running various Jolida amps in an HT setup. T .......
155: Re: Jolida 1501 RC vs. NAD C372 (for Polk LSi15) (5.51)
Posted by samspade on 2007-01-30, 04:58:20 (152.163.101.6)
I've used both of these amps with my LSi15's, and while the NAD is hugely powerful, I think it sounds a bit sterile at times. The Jolida is a 100 watt hybrid, but I've always thought it sounded much m .......
156: Re: Jolida amp help (5.51)
Posted by Duke on 2004-10-21, 21:20:33 (68.11.50.122)
Have you contacted your JoLida dealer or the factory about having preamp outputs installed? I don't think the cost would be prohibitive. Duke .......
157: Re: I need a recommendation on upgrading from a Jolida 1501RC (5.51)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-12-09, 16:08:01 (12.203.244.69)
Well, actually I only can think of one off the top of my head that IMO is a definite step up and is well under the $1000 limit, that would fit your needs. Jungson JA88-C at $399. Remote control, 80wpc .......
158: Yes... (5.50)
Posted by ducati on 2004-03-22, 14:47:12 (216.235.16.21)
"I wish every person who drops a lot of money on circuit city receivers would give this amp a listen." I'm with ya there. Even a non-audiophile like a buddy of mine thought my old Jolida was a ball to .......
159: Re: Jolida 1501RC Recommended After Upgrading The Tubes (5.50)
Posted by chrisras54@yahoo.com on 2005-12-24, 14:29:35 (207.14.73.104)
Hi Jim thanks for the info. Curious, did you listen to any other integrated amps with tube preamp sections before buying the Jolida ? .......
160: Re: prologue 2? About the same cost as the Jolida 707 (5.49)
Posted by Jay Buridan on 2004-12-18, 18:34:57 (68.250.43.8)
I've not heard the Jolida 707. But I'd put my money on the Prologue Two, based on the facts that Marcel Croese is on the design team, and the people behind Prima Luna have a great track record, includ .......
161: Re: Is there a multichannel integrated? (5.48)
Posted by eujin on 2003-01-15, 13:42:37 (4.36.192.9)
The only thing I can think of is the Jolida 3-channel integrated. Not sure what the model number is, but you can find it at www.jolida.com. Otherwise, you might be looking at a home theater receiver. .......
162: Re: Jolida cinder (5.48)
Posted by Genji on 2003-01-18, 17:02:25 (165.247.87.102)
Check out the Jolida website and get their phone number. They'll send you an amp schematic if you ask them. I got one from them last year to send to someone who asked about it. .......
163: Re: Jolida 502b with B&W DM604 (5.48)
Posted by morricab on 2003-08-08, 15:36:06 (217.162.112.200)
I say buy the Jolida and scrap the B&W speakers...I have never heard this brand sound musical, HiFI yes, musical no. .......
164: Jolida 102B (5.48)
Posted by Alan Breece on 2003-09-01, 23:51:21 (167.176.6.8)
Get a Jolida 102B for around $500.00.This will deliver 98% of the sound you'll get out of most overpriced tube smamps. .......
165: Of course Jolidas are largely built in China... (5.48)
Posted by EBerlin on 2008-08-14, 19:13:23 (71.246.213.183)
...but they are built to Jolida's specs and standards. And the units are checked at Jolida HQ in the US before shipping to retailers. .......
166: New Jolida JD8 (5.48)
Posted by hhg on 2009-07-31, 09:02:12 (88.189.249.36)
Hi, There is a new jolida unit, jd8, on ebay, an hybrid integrated (2x20 w) with usb input (so a dac must be included). Someone has more information on this ? .......
167: Re: I can only speak... (5.48)
Posted by RGA on 2004-07-23, 15:54:38 (142.25.99.70)
You mention the EL 34's are a poor man's 300B. I like the Jolida myself and the Antique Sound Labs AQ1003DT - which also uses the EL34 - basically a similar amp to the Jolida. The ASL has remote and a .......
168: RE: Jolida 502B enough power for Vandersteen 2ce ? Borderline? (5.47)
Posted by lesleymorley@yahoo.com on 2008-12-17, 14:49:44 (67.171.50.194)
I ran the 2ce Sig's for a couple of years with the Jolida 502B. I liked it very much, definitely had enough power for my 16'X13' room, but took a chance on a vintage Accuphase E202 integrated (solid s .......
169: Re: Jolida users (especially the 102B) . . . all who have opinions about SS vs. tubes! (5.46)
Posted by danlaudionut on 2004-04-10, 15:43:52 (64.12.116.9)
JumboJimbo I don't understand. NAD and Jolida are diametrically opposed sonically. Jolida is smooth and graceful, NAD is hard and in your face. They are completely different sounding. I own a Jolida 2 .......
170: Passive and Jolida Tube CD Player? (5.46)
Posted by abkingsbury@yahoo.com on 2004-04-20, 23:49:30 (24.54.244.177)
I've been planning on buying a passive preamp, a Goldpoint SA-3 using a 10 Kohm ladder style stepped attenuator, to put between a Jolida JD100 Tube CD player and an Acurus A200 SS amplifier. The Jolid .......
171: Re: JoLida 302B (5.45)
Posted by morricab on 2003-08-17, 11:58:23 (80.218.19.240)
I owned the previous 302a and it was what got me turned on to tubes. It is a very incredible sounding amp for the money. I have now heard much more expensive things and it isn't such a big stepup from .......
172: Re: Jolida JD-1000RC owners re tube rolling. (5.45)
Posted by Lesley H. on 2007-04-28, 12:09:39 (216.57.213.220)
I have a pair of Telefunken 12AT7's in my Jolida 1000, and they add a very nice smoothness over the other AT7's I've tried. You're right, a beautiful amp. .......
173: Jolida 102B mods (5.45)
Posted by crgolfer on 2003-06-26, 16:00:25 (64.12.96.10)
Has anyone had a Jolida 102B modified with new diodes, caps, resistors, etc.? If so, I am interested in opinions of the sound improvements. Do they justify the cost? .......
174: What tube preamp to choose - PrimaLuna Prologue Three or Jolida Envoy (5.44)
Posted by vinylbee on 2005-12-19, 16:18:08 (65.12.191.135)
Anybody have any experience with either or both of these and how would you compare them ? I am heading towards the Jolida since I have bought many models from them and their preamp also has a remote. .......
175: RE: Jolida 502 BRC Hum. (5.44)
Posted by Theron D on 2010-01-02, 21:51:48 (24.126.100.51)
thank you, Im going to get my Jolida 502BRC upgraded at the headquarters in Maryland soon, if the slight hum that i have in my system disappears I'll let you know... .......
176: My Experience Using The Panasonic SAXR50 Compared To Jolida 1501RC (5.44)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2007-02-13, 12:02:42 (65.119.184.3)
I own both. I actively use and have compared both for a very long time. This may be interesting to some of you. The Panny is better in detail and bass slam. Both have their own characteristics but I t .......
177: I disagree with JimH. re Jolida (5.44)
Posted by zorpman on 2002-10-27, 05:56:00 (68.100.134.205)
The 202 is the weakest (lowest power) tube amp that Jolida makes. The maggies just need more juice. I own both a Jolida 502 and an 801 and have had absolutely no problems with either amp. I am more th .......
178: Re: Passive and Jolida Tube CD Player? (5.44)
Posted by crgolfer on 2004-04-21, 03:56:11 (152.163.252.5)
I have a similiar setup, my Kr Antares amp is 1 volt and 100 Kohms input impedance. I called Bent about using their passive with my Jolida and they indicated that it would not be a good match given th .......
179: JoLida 1501rc--how's the remote? (5.44)
Posted by MarkS on 2005-12-02, 10:57:29 (69.0.8.32)
Could someone please describe the remote that is now shipping with the JoLida 1501rc hybrid integrated amplifier (100 wpc)? A google image search turns up some pictures of a cheesy-looking plastic jo .......
180: Jolida JD-707 vs. Primaluna Prologue One (5.42)
Posted by wpm on 2005-03-01, 15:51:50 (69.91.113.121)
Hi, I am appealing to anyone who has had direct experience in comparing the Jolida JD-707 and Primaluna Prolouge One or Two. Not necessarily at the same time, but enough to formulate a basis for compa .......
181: Jolida 502BRC blew a 6550 tube.....hopefully? (5.42)
Posted by Theron D on 2008-07-24, 18:56:36 (69.250.135.124)
I purchased a new Jolida 502BRC in Feb 08, was working great until yesterday. Once it warmed up, heard a loud pop and the unit shut itself off. Repeat (and saw it was the output 6550 tube on the far r .......
182: RE: How about Jolida? (5.41)
Posted by Charlez on 2008-02-21, 10:10:50 (76.14.38.153)
Have been a satisfied owner of a Jolida 1501RC hybrid integrated for almost 3 years, and recently upgraded to a Jolida 801A all-tube integrated (no remote) because I wanted to experience the all-tube .......
183: Re: How good (or bad) is the Jolida 102B if . . . (5.41)
Posted by lesley h. on 2006-06-30, 13:21:20 (216.57.213.194)
I had a Jolida 102b for quite a while, before needing more power, and thought that it produced a sweet clear tube sound, far far superior (to my ears) to the Rotel 30 watter I had listened to for 15 y .......
184: Jolida Ram Upgrades (5.40)
Posted by Jesse on 2003-01-11, 07:34:11 (67.25.41.214)
Is anyone familiar with the Ram upgrades on Jolida components? .......
185: Multiple Jolida Tube Integrateds (5.40)
Posted by MillHouse1835@aol.com on 2007-07-17, 04:21:35 (74.226.200.156)
If there are any of you who, like me, have several Jolida Tube integrateds, which one is your favorite?| .......
186: Re: The Jolida Integrated: 1501 vs. 1701? (5.40)
Posted by Maxxc on 2005-03-26, 17:56:07 (12.202.121.230)
Hi Bill, Whats up with the J100S CD player thats available in Europe? Its not even listed on Jolida website. Will it be coming to America? Price range? Thanks BW Maxx .......
187: Jolida 102B + (5.40)
Posted by Response34 on 2003-08-09, 14:35:08 (64.12.96.10)
I currently have the Swifts being driven by our prototype Jolida 102B (20 wpc integrated tube amp) that has been heavily modified and running in Triode for approxametely 12 watts per side. This littl .......
188: 12AU7 or 12AT7 in jolida 1501 ? (5.40)
Posted by fh on 2007-05-16, 14:52:31 (88.140.42.28)
Hi everyone Is it possible to use 12AU6 or 12AT7 in place of the 12AX7 in the jolida 1501 ? .......
189: JoLida 502B's Bass (5.40)
Posted by Roy on 2003-03-07, 23:03:10 (172.163.173.80)
How is the JoLida 502B's bass? Does it need a sub to handle R&R? .......
190: Re: Post-tube roll (5.40)
Posted by JimOfOakCreek on 2005-12-29, 07:38:58 (65.119.184.3)
Feanor asks: "compared with Panny XR50 after you installed the Sovtek tubes" This is a tough question, which shows you just how good the Panny is for the money!! All comments below are AFTER I rolled .......
191: Re: Jolida users (especially the 102B) . . . all who have opinions about SS vs. tubes! (5.40)
Posted by HighEndWire on 2004-04-08, 22:10:31 (152.163.252.5)
"Jolida only offers a 1 year warranty and have QC problems" You can certainly say that. I know 6 or 7 people with their products and every one had a QC problem. Not one of their strengths although the .......
192: Jolida 102B Reliability (5.39)
Posted by bonedaddy on 2003-06-03, 10:22:08 (66.88.81.70)
I've heard there are reliability issues with the Jolida 102B. Would anyone care to elaborate please? Thanks. .......
193: Jolida 502B MODS (5.39)
Posted by kpars on 2005-12-08, 22:50:11 (81.213.183.25)
dear all, I do own a jolida 502B integrated amp and want to modify it. I want to start with capacitors. Do you think it works? Has anyone tried it? It is impossible for me to send it to response audio .......
194: the Jolida is a hybrid... (5.37)
Posted by jderdock on 2007-01-29, 19:58:42 (68.50.127.113)
tube pre-amp, solid state amp I hear the Polk's like high-current. I think the NAD might be a bit more powerful than the Jolida. ---James .......
195: RE: Jolida 502BRC blew a 6550 tube.....hopefully? (5.37)
Posted by Theron D on 2008-07-26, 13:02:20 (69.250.135.124)
the guys at Jolida were great, they sent me a replacment EH6550 today, I biased and she is up and running again!!! Quick response much appreciated... Theron D .......
196: Re: Jolida JD3000 tube monos. Opinions?? (5.37)
Posted by EBerlin on 2003-10-03, 19:11:27 (171.75.33.225)
I heard them briefly at the Jolida HQ showroom. I thought they sounded exceptionally good, but I haven't heard anything comparable, so it's not a comparison shopper's opinion. I can tell you that, aft .......
197: unfortunately (5.37)
Posted by KT88 on 2006-02-01, 09:34:56 (209.170.178.132)
you are wrong about the preamp. We are Jolida dealers and have been for 8 years. I am very familiar with their amplifiers specifically and amplifiers in general for many years prior. I am also an avid .......
198: Rebuild PAS or Jolida passive for ST-70? (5.36)
Posted by beeah on 2005-08-05, 07:06:40 (128.253.80.163)
I have a PAS that I've done substantial work on, but which still has the original boards. I'm pretty happy with it as it is, but the phono stage sucks so that has to be remedied one way or another. I' .......
199: RE: New Jolida JD8 (5.36)
Posted by hhg on 2009-08-01, 14:13:58 (88.189.249.36)
Yes, this is the unit I was talking about. Jolida makes excellent amplifiers and cdp for their prices, so a dac and an hybrid amplifier in one box, with an usb input to listen webradios for instance, .......
200: Jolida Integrated or Ella Integrated (5.36)
Posted by glfrancis2@yahoo.com on 2004-07-22, 14:19:38 (68.17.172.158)
I want to start off my system with an integrated amp. I am very interested in building the Ella integrated amp from DIYCable.com. I have also considered a Jolida integrated amp. I do not want a DIY am .......
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