Affordable tube amplifier + top notch build + rich sound = what's not to like?

Reisong Boyuu A10 floors the Audiophiliac

Reisong Boyuu A10 Specs

Tubes
Voltage tubes : 6N2 × 2.
Power tubes : SHUGUANG EL34-B x 2.
Rectifier tube: 5Z4P ×1
Frequency response: 20Hz - 28KHz (Hifi exquis 1101017)
Output Impedance: 4ohms - 8ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion: ≤ 1% (1kHz)
Input Sensitivity: 750MV
Input impedance: 100KΩ (two input signals
Dimensions (W × D × H): 310 × 268 × 165mm
SNR: 88dB (Hifi exquis 1101017)
voltage: 220-240v 50/60hz

The catch, when you add shipping costs from China, and the point to point wiring of the Amazon version, the China Hi Fi A10 gets more expensive.

It's $360 from Amazon, when I shot the video a few days ago shipping was free for Prime customers, but it wasn't free when I checked this morning.

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[victoryfirst]

The sound from a tube amp is just mystical. The high fidelity is just that. Nice job fella too.

[stevenjones]

I love this guy; his passion, his authenticity, his knowledge and his ability to talk to ‘all of us’. And let’s not forget the shirts! One question I have is this: how does his neighbours deal with the sound? I’d love to know the answer.

[careylymanjones]

You sold me. Well, you and cheapaudioman and zero fidelity. I've had it for a couple of weeks now, I paired it with a pair of Klipsch RB 61 II speakers, and feed it with an IFI Zen DAC 2 connected to my computer. I have the speakers on 26" stands, positioned for near-field listening at my computer desk, and I couldn't be happier.

Anybody who is tube-curious and has some efficient speakers should definitely look at this amp.

[adamyelle]

Love these solid budget finds that you recommend. Funny to stop for a minute and realize that this is the 3rd item I've purchased based on your reviews. Thanks for being such a valuable resource!

[MrKarlengel]

Steve. I’m glad you are reviewing this hefty little guy. By the way, it is 12W x 2


I got the Boyuu after Sean review. It is driving my Klipsch RP-600M and the experience has been eye-opening (first tube amp in my life). I also have been tube rolling and it has been a lot of fun.

I have experimented with JJ KT77, Tung-sol El34b, Mullard El34 and Tung-sol 7581A
So far Mullards have given me the perfect sweep spot between solid state and tube, including bass tightness and control, but I keep coming back to the included Chinese Shuguang El34 for tear-jerking vocals.
The Tung-sol 7581A (technically 6L6) are also amazing specially with my vinyl rig.
I have to disagree about the transparency thing. In my experience the transparency of this amplifier, especially in the midrange is amazing. You can really hear every word and every nuance at that level. Low and top end transparency? well, that will depend on the tube itself, but it is achievable, especially with tung-sols.

[NewfZx]

I've had this amp for about 3 weeks now. It's an excellent pairing with my Zu Omen DW's or Klipsch RP-160 (predecessor of 600m). I was using a Yamaha A-S1000 prior. The Reisong has fuller, fatter bass but is also just as detailed as the Yamaha while still being smoother overall. Impressive budget amp!

[marcraley]

I've had my eye on this. With your blessing I took the plunge. Fingers crossed. $359 shipped through Amazon. This will be my first tube amp that I don't plug a guitar into!

[markcarrington]

Bought one tonight and because you guys have brainwashed me, I’ve already bought a set of replacement tubes! This is going to take pride of place in my study system between my Sansui SR222 MkII, Goldring G1042, ifi Zen Phono and Monitor Audio Bronze 2 speakers. I wouldn’t mind but I wasn’t even supposed to be collecting records again, but, oh well!

[joelinpa]

Steve, thanks for your review! Based on it I ordered one from Amazon on 02/01/21 and received it today, weeks before the estimated delivery date. I too am impressed with its build quality and sound, and I am very glad I made the purchase. The amp will sit in a cabinet underneath my 1938 Sears Silvertone radio with a tuning eye. I also purchased a vintage Fisher FM-2121 tuner for that vintage look. This setup is my secondary system in my living room, and is some serious eye candy. Simply magical!

[KenJencks]

Excellent! I have been wanting something just like this. I learned about stereo in my dad's Fisher 400 tube receiver back in the 60's. Thank you for showing us this amp Steve!

[leonkruk]

I was on the fence about this amp. When you mentioned it in one of your previous vids, I took the plunge, because you said you don’t review stuff you don’t like! Amazon, 7 left, prime, free shipping. Got it in two days. I beat the run on them. Playing on my Klipsch RB-61 2s not loud, but warm. Will try on my 1977 issue Heresy’s and 1979 issue LaScala’s. Thanks Bud!

[jmilo]

Thanks Steve. Another great recommendation! I received mine 5 days ago so these are early observations. Used with Klipsch RP-600M. Source Sony Bravia TV 3.5 mm audio/headphone out. I have learned to use my ears instead of relying on specs. I will return things if I don't hear a significant difference. This is my first tube amp but wow! I don't know how people go back to solid state after tubes. I describe it as a more lifelike sound, open, airy, three-dimensional. Bass not as tight as SS but still satisfying if not oddly more satisfying. Treble not perfectly smooth. I toed the speakers out a few degrees from directly at me and it solved it. Shaun comments on this in his review as well. Keep in mind not fully burned-in for the 30 to100 hours as recommended. I was worried before purchasing because I consider myself a loud listener. However, I have yet to max out the volume with music or tv. Yes sounds great for movies as well. I'm at about 50% volume most of the time. Speakers are 8.5 feet apart, 11 feet away from the listening position and 2-3 feet away from the wall. I now find lower volumes are satisfying as well. Something I never expected. While there are more expensive amps out there I think you are most of the way there with this one. Thoroughly surprised and satisfied!

[Chris.from.]

Yay, Steve! Thanks for your ongoing attention to affordable audio gear! This amplifier opens an exciting door into tube sound.

[dm]

Picked up one few weeks ago. Have been listening on my Dynaudio Special 40 all this week. I am impressed. really impressed.

[denniswade]

I my Musical Paradise 6 watt tube amp!
Tubes usually create a better soundstage and, for me, also bring the music alive in a way that I really appreciate!

[joemartin]

Thanks Steve, have been a tube guy for 45 years. I have learned tons about China amps. Pass is totally right . Try the Musishare X7. I have Casta C Speaker

[logotrikes]

Got one of these. Strapped it into triode. Changed the input caps to paper/oil. Extremely well made, point to point wiring. Changed all the tubes to Soviet. Great, love it....

[brucetaylor]

I totally agree Steve. A couple of months ago I bought the single ended SoundArtist SA34A, the same amp as the Reissong Boyuu A10, except the SA uses the more commonly available 12AX7 driver tubes instead of the 6N2J. Yes, the quality of this little amp is astonishing for the price! How can such quality point to point wiring be achieved at this price-point? Just amazing. I'm using it as a second system in a living-room driving some vintage Klipsch Heresy 1.5s with just a turntable input. I also have a pair of Ascension 250W 10" active subwoofers wired in parallel with the Hereseys to handle the frequencies below 50Hz. This little thing has oodles of power in reserve driving these 96dB efficient speakers. While the stock tubes have this thing sounding pretty amazing, there is a lot of benefit to be had from rolling the tubes, and the best part is that with such a low price for the amp, you have money left over for some really nice tubes! I currently have Tungsol EL34Bs and JJ 12AX7s, and the difference is amazing. Interestingly, I also tried some Gold Lions, but they sounded a bit too bright for this amp and it seemed to lose that rich-toned "tube life" that this little amp has in buckets. The Reissong Boyuu A10 and its sister SoundArtist SA34A have to be the bargains of this new decade so far.

[bulldogbrower]

This is one of the best reviews you have done. Although we appreciate all of the esoteric, high brow, audiophile aficionado, this interview was for the masses, the common man. Thank you.

[tapeshchaturvedi]

Price on chinese website is $200+- depending on the options you choose, although changing option on the website is not working properly so it's challenging. But shipping basically brings it up to the same price as amazon. Also with amazon you can return as well if it doesn't workout for you.