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Eric Moskal
An amazing integrated tube amplifier and an audiophile bargain
Following Hi-Fi blogger Steve Huff’s review of the Oilily 300B, I acquired the brand’s 211 integrated tube amplifier—my first domestically produced audiophile component. Remarkably, the $1,500 price tag includes a complete set of tubes (a new matched set of 211 tubes alone exceeds $2,000), offering astonishing value for money.
The double-layered packaging arrived intact, and upon unboxing, I was immediately struck by the high-quality craftsmanship: flawless lacquer finish and superb textured anodised brushed aluminium surfaces. Setup proved straightforward, allowing me to directly replace my low-power Dennis Had Inspire amplifier with its 45 tubes.
Playing familiar tracks upon power-up, its performance far exceeded expectations: precise imaging, exceptional transparency, a soundstage both wide and deep, moving midrange, ethereal highs, and tight, well-defined bass with ample extension. Its impact far surpassed the mere 2-watt output of the Inspire. Most remarkably, it remains utterly silent when idle – even pressing close to the high-sensitivity drivers reveals no background noise whatsoever, testifying to its solid design and superb tube quality.
Amazon Customer
Excellent Value for your money and an outstanding sounding amplifier.
I was a little scared at the beginning buying a product that there’s no review or information about on the Internet.
But I took a chance thanks to Amazon’s 1 month free return, I loved the way it looks and the excellent price.
I saw another Customer having the same Issue I had with the rear fuses. I used the amp the first night I bought it and it sounded great out of the box, but the second night I tried to use it and it won’t work as it kept on blowing the rear fuse, I tried a total of 6 fuses and they were all blown. then I used a higher rating fuse and took a chance, it worked well with no issues for 4 hours. Then I bought a slow or delayed blowing fuse with the same specification as the one from the factory and it has not failed me ever since. Now the value for the money is just outstanding, the sound stage is huge and extremely realistic even with the stock tubes.
I bought a set Linlai 211-DG and used some of my own 1953 Sylvania 6sn7gta tubes and a Telefunken 12ax7 long smooth plate on the preamp section and the sound elevated to a different level.
I have my eyes open on one of their OIlily 300B tube amplifier, which I think that are very gorgeous and elegant looking just like this one, plus the VU meters.
Ana Mee
Superb sound quality, aesthetically pleasing appearance
This amplifier’s distinctive feature lies in delivering 14W + 14W Class A single-ended power. It affords me a smooth, rich and warm sonic character. Whether playing vinyl records or digital music, this amplifier brings my system to life with pristine clarity, preserving the original integrity of the source. It prioritises not only sonic excellence but also timeless, stylish design. The metal casing enhances durability while adding a touch of elegance to any audio setup. Whether displayed in the living room or integrated into a home cinema system, this is a masterpiece whose aesthetics match its performance. Featuring 4Ω/8Ω speaker outputs and high-fidelity audio reproduction, it is engineered for audiophiles pursuing exceptional sound quality.
pablo
Outstanding, great value, magical 300b sound. If you know, you know.
I wrote a detailed review for this but I just realized I got the new product. Upgrades include 16 ohm output, pre in input (which seems to be just max volume, it doesn’t disconnect the pre amp tubes or lower the input level, which it should if you are TRULY ELIMINATING THE PREAMPLIFIER SECTION).The remote is the nicest remote I’ve ever owned.Doesn’t do much, but handy to mute or lower volume from the couch.Drives my 91 db Focals very nicely.Prefer the sound compared to my Schiit Vidar for acoustic, jazz.
John Doe
Excellent, beautiful and sounds heavenly.
This is a truly Fantastic one source 300b amp. Had mine for several weeks and it’s silent as a mouse and sounds divine. This is a steal of a deal for a Beautiful and well made 300b amp. I also own other tube amps and some pricey solid state amps, and for the last few weeks this one has been my fave. You will need speakers that are sensitive to enjoy what this amp can do. The sound is magical with female Vocals as well. This amp brings the tube sound you’re looking for. I have been comparing it to a USA made 300B amp that has a retail price that is 4X greater than the Oilily. Honestly, they sound 99.5% the same, the Oilily is silent where the USA made amp has a slight hum. Also been experimenting with tube rolling and this can also improve the sound of the amp but it sounds amazing stock, right out of the box. A bargain is what this amp is and it delivers the true 300B sound (large soundstage, holographic, a bit airy and eery female vocal realism). This amp does well with any music I throw at it from metal to rock to jazz, bluegrass and even modern pop and ambient style music.
robert j. nooney
Great sk Oilily KT88
Very sweet sounding amp! Great packaging. Have a problem , it blew a fuse after a few hours and I changed the fuse turned it on and one tube blew, glowed white and amp shut off again. Hoping customer service reaches out as they are Bit hard to find !