Ayon Triton EVO KT170 Integrated Amplifier

After eight years of manufacturing of the legendary Triton III model we are proud to announce the introduction of the new Triton Evo. The Triton Evo is not a simple update; it is a totally new re-design featuring new operating and protection circuit boards. All the gain and driver stages have been also re-designed and optimized as well to provide for the shortest signal path and the most direct signal flow. We have implemented a completely new driver stage, a new choke system, an updated bias system, and a new volume control. For the output transformer we have endeavored new ways with a first-time groundbreaking coil technology to achieve even more sound performance, by means of which the amplifier in the lower frequency range can work significantly more stable without limiting its fresh, vivid, and holographic sound performance. The added result of the new output transformer is a significant advance in sonic performance, wider and deeper airy soundstage with greatly improved deeper bass, punch and dynamics.

All these technical measures and further developments lead to a Triton Evo revealing a new chapter of combination in sound and power, therefor establishing itself as one of the best, if not the best integrated amplifier with four KT150 tubes per channel, regardless of its price.

Features

Features & Design

Full-featured pure class-A tube stereo integrated amp or pure power amplifier

Switchable between pentode and triode mode

Ideal also for more difficult loudspeaker loads

Vacuum Tubes

The choice of signal and power tubes have a significant influence on the sound and hence on the inspiration and joy of listening. This is not only the decision between good and bad tubes but finally the interaction of the different types of tubes and their combination that are used in the various Ayon amplifiers.

Signal Path

We believe that the simplest circuits work best together with the shortest signal path. The shorter the signal path is, the less possibility of sonic degradation from various sources, including the wire itself. Even on the circuit boards, the copper traces are kept to a very minimum length. The completely redesigned circuit board provides a more straightforward and direct approach to the signal paths.

Logical sequenced soft-start power up for extended tube life

Power tube and electronic protection circuit system

0dB negative feedback

Ultra short signal path

Simplest direct circuit path for purest musical sound and high reliability

No solid state devices in the signal path

High current and low impedance design that operates tubes in the best areas their curves

Minimal discrete wiring for optimum signal propagation

Automatic and manual bias adjustment

No followers or buffers in the signal path

High quality parts throughout

Selector switch engages relays located near RCA jacks to switch all inputs

Power Supply

The power supplies have been further refined with new components and enhanced AC line noise filtration. Separate power transformers, chokes and filters provide total isolation between the input and output stages which makes this a pure power source. We also use electrolytic capacitors with much larger storage capacity to make up for the loss in filtering when using resistors in lieu of inductors.

2 separate low noise –insulated power transformers

Power transformers are encased, excellent damped and RFI/EMI shielded

Innovative power supply provides a high speed energy delivery on transients

Dual choke filtered power supply for power tubes

Choke for pre and driver stage

Separate and isolated power supplies over each stage of amplification

Regulated DC filament supplies with soft start

AC power line filter to avoid noise and hash from entering into the unit

High capacitance energy storage

Current in-rush limiting

Auto sequencing – Power on cycle completes in 1 minute

Dual Grounding System

The modification of the grounding topology leads to increased rejection of noise from the power supply and other areas. The dual grounding topology used in all of our amplifiers is quite unique to the whole hi-end tube amplification industry. Such extensive topology provides for quieter backdrop for which the music can unfold in its entirety. It further establishes the quick and controlled bass response and the full-bodied expression of the high frequency. The ground leg of the signal has not been neglected and given meticulous attention in its implementation. The importance of proper grounding cannot be over emphasized.

Ground switch

Central one-point star earth grounding

Dual grounding system (switchable)

Output Transformer

The super-wide bandwidth output transformer’s major strength is that it can deliver the current in the bass, while at the same time maintaining the speed in the high frequencies, dramatically improving the square wave response of the amplifier. The effect is a much more natural and relaxed sound with much better clarity, resolution and fluidity.

Super-wide bandwidth high performance output transformer

High efficiency with low insertion loss for optimal current and voltage transfer

Multiple tight layering and coupling for extended frequency response

Output transformers are sealed with an anti-resonance compound material

Components

The type of parts used therefore must have a synergistic relationship to the circuit they are placed in. It is this relationship of which type of part to use where, that ranks our products apart from the mass.

Selected, premium quality passive components used in all applications

High speed  & high quality audiophile grade coupling capacitors

Special tube sockets with beryllium- copper spring pins, custom made by Ayon

WBT NextGen – binding posts

High quality – RCA input jack

Neutrik/Swiss – XLR chassis connectors

Special isolated – internal wiring

Silver-copper matrix – internal signal cable

Gold-plated industrial grade PCB

Mechanical Construction

The high-grade aluminum chassis impart a richer, more lustrous tonality with a cleaner background and less hash and grain. All brushed anodized anti-vibration-resonance and non-magnetic chassis’s are fully hand assembled to insure the highest level of craftsmanship.

Improved heat ventilation chassis

Custom-made machined control knobs

The aluminium feet are resonance absorbing types

Backlit “ayon” logo

All front & rear panel descriptions are engraved

4 line inputs & 1 direct input – for pure power amp operation

Ground switch

Volume & Mute function – RC

Analog bias meter

Metal remote commander

Chassis finish: black / chrome

Specifications

Amplifier Ayon Triton Evo

Class of Operation Triode* or Pentode mode, Class-A*

Tube Complement KT170

Load Impedance 4 & 8 Ohms

Bandwidth 8Hz-70kHz / -3dB

Output Power:Pentode mode 2 x 140 W

Output Power:Triode mode 2 x 80 W

Frequency Response 8 Hz – 60 kHz

Input Impedance at 1 kHz 100 KΩ

Input sensitivity ( full power ) 380mV

NFB 0dB

Volume Control Alps Potentiometer

Remote Control Yes

Inputs 3 x Line IN, 1 x XLR IN, 1 x Direct IN,

Output 1 x Pre-Out

Conversion rate for USB-DAC (option) Up to 384kHz / 24 bit & DSD256

Weight 45 kg

Specifications subject to change without notice