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Another partner of AE surpassing a decade long of relationship. Robert Koch is a perfectionist. He is never hurried. He clearly indulges in the art of amplification. His Takumi series is widely acclaimed around the world in spite of very few official reviews. Bespoke quality simply speaks for itself. His K10 and K15 preamps are widely sought because of its coherence and smoothness without compromising resolutions and transients. They are easily integrated with other brands of amplifier as well. Robert is also an inventor. The Takumi MC ONE phone stage utilises proprietary circuitry of RIAA curve invented by Robert to minimise distortion during the equalisation process. The introduction of Takumi K160 flagship mono amplifier is simply the best of the best in my career. You won't ask whether this is solid state or tube anymore because you are completely drowned in the sentimental domain of music. It always moves you whether it is a simple Japanese vocal like Miyuki or a full symphonic setup showcasing Stravinsky's Firebird. It delivers shock after shock, tears after tears, and laugher after laughter.

AE Forum Discussions

• Product of the Year 2019
• Robert Koda’s ground breaking amplifier - 匠心 Takumi K160 mono amplifier
• Product of the Year 2017
• Robert Koda's Takumi MC One Reference Phono Stage
• Product of the Year 2015
• Robert Koda K10 g2
• Interview with Robert Koch of Robert Koda about the Robert Koda Takumi K-15 preamplifier NEW
• Product of the Year 2014
• Robert Koda Takumi K-70 power amplifiers
• Takumi K15 by Robert Koda showcasing at AE
• Robert Koda Takumi K-10 preamplifier review and ÜBER AMPS award from Mono & Stereo magazine
• Robert Koda Takumi K-10 preamplifier first impression
• Robert Koda Takumi K-10 review
• Interview with Robert Koda about Takumi K-10
• My Takumi K-10 Arrived
• My Takumi by Robert Koda
• Facts of life before the encounter of Takumi