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• Product Overview – Jadis I-50 Tube Integrated Amplifier released in 2018, is a pure Class A, vacuum-tube integrated amplifier featuring line-level and optional phono capability, delivering classic French tube musicality with modern reliability.
• Circuit & Build Quality – Handcrafted in France, the amplifier employs point-to-point wiring, oversized transformers, and premium passive components, ensuring low noise, long-term stability, and the unmistakable Jadis tonal richness.
• Sound Performance –Jadis I-50 Tube Integrated Amplifier is known for its lush midrange, fluid dynamics, and expansive soundstage, the Jadis I-50 Tube Integrated Amplifier excels with vocals and acoustic music while maintaining control and drive with efficient loudspeakers.
• Specifications – Delivers approximately 50 W per channel in pure Class A using KT150 output tubes, with 4 and 8 ohm taps, wide bandwidth response, and robust power supply for consistent tube operation.
• Dimensions – Approximate chassis dimensions are 485 mm (W) × 245 mm (H) × 380 mm (D), housed in a polished stainless-steel frame that combines mechanical rigidity with distinctive visual presence.
• Weight – Weighs approximately 35 kg, reflecting massive transformers, heavy-gauge chassis construction, and substantial tube complement essential for Class A thermal and electrical stability.
The Jadis I-50 is a celebrated French tube integrated known for its lush, high-current Class A sound, but this S$12,800 asking price is ambitious compared to the typical used market. Based on 44 recent SGD listings, the median is S$6,883, with the 75th percentile at S$9,886; this listing sits well above that top quartile, making it a premium rather than a value play.
Despite the high price, the I-50 remains a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts seeking its signature 50W of pure Class A power and warm, dynamic presentation that excels with vocals and jazz. The S$12,800 figure likely reflects the "very good" condition and potential inclusion of original accessories or a recent tube refresh, which are critical for maintaining the amplifier’s reliability and sonic integrity. If the unit is genuinely pristine and fully serviced, it represents a solid opportunity to own a top-tier French tube amp, though buyers should expect to pay above the market average for that quality.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Jadis Electronics, founded in 1983 near Carcassonne in Villedubert, France, by self-taught valve amplifier designer André Calmettes alongside partner Jean-Paul Caffi, embodies a passion for recapturing the emotion of live music through tube technology. Born from Calmettes' amateur radio tinkering and inability to afford commercial amps, the brand quickly earned acclaim for its handmade craftsmanship, with every component meticulously selected and assembled. The name "Jadis," meaning "in olden days," evokes nostalgia while signaling a commitment to timeless excellence in French hi-fi heritage.
The company specializes in high-end valve amplification, producing pure class-A stereo and power amplifiers, preamplifiers, and RIAA phono stages, all handcrafted with proprietary output transformers. These transformers, wound by hand and encased in special resin for thermal stability and low noise, handle up to 2500 watts before saturation, ensuring absolute stability across any load. Jadis has expanded modestly into turntables, CD players, and DACs, maintaining a focus on analog warmth over digital proliferation, with no foray into speakers, headphones, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Jadis commands reverence as the "Rolls-Royce" of tube amps, prized by discerning collectors for its dynamic, uncolored sound and indestructible build—transformers even carry lifetime guarantees. Recent ownership changes, including Jérémie Malfroot's acquisition, preserve this boutique ethos amid global expansion, appealing to buyers seeking artisanal French mastery over mass production.
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