I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Don Garber is an American Master. Don’s Fi electronics delight enthusiasts around the world, not only for their wonderful musical performance, but also for their artisanal hand-crafted quality. Owning a Fi product is a direct-from-the-artist experience, electronic artwork of the highest order.

I just unpacked a pair of Don Garber's Fi 300B mono amplifiers and have them in my system warming up. They are a sight to behold with their finely crafted skeletal chassis looking like an Escher drawing come to life.

I ordered a pair of Don’s 300B mono amplifiers with the new Hashimoto output transformers that Don has become so fond of. The order interval for Don’s creations is currently at 10-12 months due to ongoing high demand. The current retail price is a very fair $7000 USD.

These are a personal purchase rather than being in for review, but I may write them up as a review as well so I can give you the full scoop about the Hashimoto transformers. Right now, cold out of the box they're sounding wonderful. Ok, I've got to get back to the Hi-Fi rig for a little listening.

More to come!