Viva Solista MK III

The Viva Solista MK III is a single-ended integrated amplifier that combines a preamplifier and a power amplifier in one chassis, built around four 845 triode tubes. It is among Viva Audio's best-known designs, praised as much for its industrial design as for its tube electronics.

Type and Technology

Full Class A single-ended triode integrated amplifier running four 845 tubes, with the front pair used for hybrid rectification in the power supply and the rear pair handling output duties. Input and driver stages use a pair of 6C45Pi triodes and a pair of 6SN7GT tubes. No negative feedback is employed, and the amplifier is hand-wired point to point with an in-house copper-wound transformer.

Sound Character

Voiced for the highest level of musical accuracy and emotional expression, in the single-ended triode idiom: rich tone, natural dynamics, and an engaging, live presentation. The 22 watts of zero-feedback Class A power suit efficient loudspeakers.

Build and Finish

Finest electronic and mechanical components with strict point-to-point hardwired construction and palladium-plated proprietary solid copper binding posts. The classic design is meant to simplify installation and use, with no interconnects required between separate amplification units. The Solista comes in a virtually unlimited array of colors and can be personalized to match your interior; contact us for help picking colors.

Best For

Owners of efficient loudspeakers who want a reference single-ended 845 tube integrated amplifier that pairs superb sound with distinctive Viva industrial design.

What's in the Box

• Viva Solista MK III integrated amplifier
• Tube complement (installed)

Specifications