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Message started by RoyMercer on 02/10/15 at 21:21:17

Title: Torii value
Post by RoyMercer on 02/10/15 at 21:21:17

In your opinion, how much is a Torii MKIII that was factory upgraded to MKIV w/stepped attenuator? This is assuming it rates 9 out of 10.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by mark58 on 02/10/15 at 21:48:24

If it has Jupiter Caps, I'd pay $2000 max, essentially 1/3 off new retail, but I would assume the seller wants more. Below is one from Canada without the MK IV upgrade and he's asking $2700 CAD with a bunch of extra tubes.

http://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649066251-decware_torii_mk3_dual_mono_amplifier_with_spare_tubes_and_23_step_attenuator_and_extras/

I bought my new Torii MK IV for $2975 plus an extra $100 for the upgrade to KT-66 tubes...$90 for S&H in August/September of 2013. Keep in mind that you'll not have a warranty unless you send it to Steve, which will probably add another $150 to $200. Mark.

PS...or you could make an offer on this MK IV if still available. The post is from 2/8/2015... https://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1422504580

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by Rivieraranch on 02/10/15 at 22:07:26

The ad also relates that he has two bases for it and the tubes included are substantial as well. A MK III by itself might go for less than $2 grand.

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by mark58 on 02/10/15 at 22:13:43

Riv, I agree. Recently a Torii went for $1600...I think it was a MK IV but I may be mistaken...it was a steal. I figure the MK IV upgrade alone cost $500. $2000 would be my max but I'd probably make a lower offer initially.

In a while, we may see lots of used Toriis on the market when the MK V comes out. Mine's not going anywhere. Mark.

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by novice ear on 02/10/15 at 22:23:36

I just contacted Steve for pricing on upgrading my Torii III to IV status. The upgrade is US$750 and warranty transfer is US$600 (w/ new speced out tubes). Hope this helps.

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by mark58 on 02/10/15 at 22:30:49

Damn, look what just sold yesterday for $1600...WOW!

http://app.audiogon.com/listings/tube-decware-zen-torii-reference-mkiii-wth-new-tubes-2015-02-10-amplifiers-07924-bernardsville-nj

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by Rivieraranch on 02/10/15 at 23:09:27

That was a dealer who stole it in trade and is dumping it. Too lazy to offer these things piece meal. He could have made a lot more. Those Phillips rectifiers are worth probably at least $50 each.

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by mark58 on 02/10/15 at 23:59:04

Riv, so true. Upscale Audio was selling those rectifiers for $50 each the first time I looked but when I went there recently to buy some, he was selling them for $95 each...I passed. Did you notice the listing only lasted about 20 minutes before it was sold. Mark.

http://www.upscaleaudio.com/philips-5r4gys-made-in-holland/

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by RoyMercer on 02/12/15 at 04:04:05

Thanks everyone for your replies, it has helped. Unfortunately I am needing to sell all of my audio gear. I will post the Torii first on Decware and then Audiogon as I get time.

Title: Re: Torii value
Post by jorgen on 03/16/15 at 21:04:14

Hi guys
Maybe a little off topic, but what would you expect a change from 110 v to 240 would cost. I'm on a search for second amp and I'm wondering if it would be a little less $$ to buy a used one and have Decware change the transformers when transferring warranty