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ModWright Instruments
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Founded in 2000, ModWright offers high-quality, cost-effective gear for audio enthusiasts
Behind the Scenes: Dan Wright & Fred Moore Assemble A KWA 150 SE
Step into the ModWright Instruments workshop for an exclusive look at the KWA 150 SE in the making. In this behind-the-scenes video, Dan Wright, founder of ModWright, talks with his main technician, Fred Moore, as Fred meticulously assembles this high-end amplifier. Discover the attention to detail, engineering expertise, and craftsmanship that go into creating a KWA 150 SE-an amplifier renowned for its powerful performance and refined design. Watch, learn, and enjoy this fascinating glimpse into the world of premium audio manufacturing.
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Behind the Secenes (In 4k): A Tour of ModWright Instruments
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Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour (in 4K) of ModWright Instruments with founder and chief designer Dan Wright at our facility in Amboy, Washington. In this video, Dan takes you through our workshop where high-end audio equipment comes to life. Discover how our passionate team crafts some of the finest tube amplifiers, preamplifiers, and phono stages in the industry. ModWright Inst...
Dan Wright Introduces the ModWright PH 150 Reference Tube Phono Stage
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Join Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, as he showcases the PH 150 Reference Tube Phono Stage. Designed with an external solid-state power supply (PS 150), the PH 150 delivers up to 72dB of gain for both MM and MC cartridges. Explore its on-the-fly loading, adjustable gain settings, and flexible switching between MM and MC inputs-all from the front panel. With XLR (fully balanced) an...
Dan Wright Introduces the ModWright LS 300 Balanced Tube Preamplifier
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Join Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, as he presents the LS 300 Balanced Tube Preamplifier-a fully balanced, dual mono reference preamp that brings new levels of refinement, flexibility, and sonic purity to your audio system. Discover what sets the LS 300 apart: Dual Mono Design & External Power Supply: Separately regulated and channeled power supplies ensure exceptional channel se...
Behind the Secenes: A Tour of ModWright Instruments
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Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of ModWright Instruments with founder and chief designer Dan Wright at our facility in Amboy, Washington. In this video, Dan takes you through our workshop where high-end audio equipment comes to life. Discover how our passionate team crafts some of the finest tube amplifiers, preamplifiers, and phono stages in the industry. ModWright Instruments ...
Dan Wright Presents the ModWright KWA 99 Monoblock Amplifiers
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Join Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, as he introduces the KWA 99 Monoblock Amplifiers. Designed to deliver 100W of MOSFET power with high Class A bias, these monoblocks offer exceptional sound quality in a compact footprint-perfect for today's audio enthusiasts who value both performance and space efficiency. In this video, you'll discover: Design Philosophy: Addressing the demand...
Dan Wright Showcases the ModWright LS 99 Balanced Tube PreAmplifier
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Join Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, as he introduces the LS 99 Balanced Tube PreAmplifier. Based on the acclaimed LS 300 flagship model, the LS 99 captures 95% of its sonic performance while offering a more compact and affordable design. In this video, you'll discover: Design Philosophy: How the LS 99 inherits the best elements of the LS 300. The use of transformer-coupled input ...
Dan Wright Explores the ModWright PH 9.0 Phono Stage and Its Upgrades: PH 9.0X & PH 9.0XT
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Join Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, as he introduces the PH 9.0 Tube Phono Stage and discusses the exciting upgrades available-the PH 9.0X and PH 9.0XT. In this video, Dan showcases the standard PH 9.0 and delves into how the "X" and "T" upgrades can elevate your vinyl listening experience to new heights. Discover: PH 9.0 Tube Phono Stage: Compact design with on-the-fly loading a...
Inside ModWright: Unpacking the Strength of Our Packaging with Kristin Vittitoe of ModWright
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Take a behind-the-scenes tour with Kristin Vittitoe as she demonstrates the meticulous process of packaging a ModWright phono stage. Discover how our exceptionally strong packaging ensures your high-end audio equipment arrives in perfect condition. From the choice of materials to the step-by-step packing process, see all that goes into protecting your investment. Highlights: Robust Packaging Ma...
Dan Wright Explains the ModWright Analog Bridge: Tube Tone for Any Audio System
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In this video, Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, introduces the innovative Analog Bridge-an accessory designed to infuse the rich, warm characteristics of tubes into any audio system without adding noise, distortion, or bandwidth limitations. Discover how the Analog Bridge can enhance your listening experience: Versatile System Integration: Place it between your digital or analog so...
Unlocking High-End Audio with Dan Wright of ModWright | Pacific Audio Fest Lecture
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Description: Join us for an exclusive lecture by Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, recorded live at the Pacific Audio Fest 2024! Dive deep into the world of high-end audio as Dan unravels the intricacies of sound and equipment that every audiophile should know. 🚀 In This Video: Experience an exclusive lecture by Dan Wright, founder of ModWright Instruments, recorded live at the Paci...
Hey Dan, glad you did the video. I have been in medical, military, and consumer electronics manufacturing and it’s refreshing to see a very organic setup you have. I’m in disbelief how much product you are creating and building considering the space and personnel you have. Bravo! Thanks for keeping it USA.
I added this amp to my system years ago and there was an immediate WOW! Level improvement to the sound. I remember that moment fondly. Good, good gear.
Thanks for sharing!
Shame to install heatsinks internally... Seems inefficient to build then disassemble to add the fascia. Cant you install it first and wrap for protection during assembly? No power drivers? All hand twiddling? Idk No wonder its expensive 😅
This is an older design and I have revised our newer designs in numerous ways, both to make building more efficient and to increase cooling efficiency. Our next amp will feature largely exposed heatsinks, twice the power and twice the power supply capacity (2KVA). It will be more expensive. Thanks.
@ModWrightInstruments Those blue heat sinks are cool
I sent my Kwa 150 fall 2023 for the Se upgrade. My amplifier sound really high end to my ears now. Thank you
I'm so glad to hear you are enjoying it!
Why did you get rid of your previous lead Tech? Brent F....n, he is really good.
Brent is a good tech and a good guy. He worked for me some years back.
Is that the Fred Moore that grew up near Green Mountain? I think I went to High School with him? If so, tell him I said hi.
Yes it is and I will. Fred is the best!
@@ModWrightInstrumentsdon’t believe anything he says about me as its not true. 😊 I owned a KWA 150 SE for several years. Best amp I’ve ever heard in the stereo system I had at the time.
hi will you be producing another headphone amp?
Good question and the answer is yes, in time. I have two other projects in the works right now, but I am thinking about it. What if we added HP outs to our Analog Bridge? Thanks.
There’s a lot more to this amplifier than I imagined. Lots of detail and looks very time consuming. Beautiful amplifier and it sure sounds magnificent with a ton of power. I know because I own the 150 SE.
Glad you like it!
Fantastique , le meilleur cerveau avec les mains les plus habiles!!
Merci beaucoup!
Interesting, thx for sharing 👍
You bet
Look to get one or two of these amps in the near future! Great videos Dan to show the work of your team! Appreciate everyone's hard work...my home is filled with sound made by your equipment.
Thank you for your support!
Excellent video Dan! We really LOVE our ModWright KWA 150SE here in Let There Be Sound’s showroom in South Florida! It is absolutely brilliant partnered with our LS 100 Tube Line Stage! Keep up the great job gentlemen! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks Oz!
I suppose it's a tube pre without the pre :). Nice idea, like the tube types chosen for implementation. A tube roller's dream - like building your own Lampizator using separates.
Can I add the ModWright Analog Bridge to my Hegel H400?
It's nice to see proper engineering and top class construction. A manufacturer who does things right is not ashamed but instead proud to show off the insides. And also top marks for not following the rather ridiculous fashion of putting vacuum tubes on the outside of the equipment where they are both a hazard and prone to picking up noise.
Thank you so much! We tried to think of every detail!
I bought this in early 2024 and couldn't be happier.
Thank you!
Great tour Dan, and tell Christin, Ralph says Hi! Happy New Year to you all, and stay well and travel safely.
I own the PH150 phono stage and it sounds absolutely phenomenal. I’ve added NOS Amperex 6922 tubes and it makes my system sing! Kudos to Dan, this reference piece is worth every penny!
I am so pleased to hear this!
Are the larger Lundahl transformers the reason for the added gain over the PH 9.0X? Nice layout too. Tube rectifier mod to come?
The Lundahls are the same.
I have the PH9.0 XT and look to upgrade to this 150 Reference at some point in 2025. I love the adjustments and sure looks beautiful.
As great as the PH 9.0 is,the PH 150 is better and offers 6dB more gain.
This I really LIKE!!!
thanks!
Great company with fantastic customer service
Thank you, customer servcie is of paramount importance to me.
As the proud owner of an LS 300, I can say it's a terrific sounding unit that is also beautifully designed!
Thanks!
I'd like a video of the KWA 150SE
Well, I am actually working on something bigger and better....KWA 300 anyone?
Very nice. Someday I dream of a full stack of ModWright gear in my audio.
We will be here when you are ready. Thanks for your support.
Looking good Dan!
Thanks!
Can this be bypassed in your system, without having to disconnect anything?
would have liked to have seen the internal LED light.
OK. There is an internal blue LED that can be turned off or on, as well as the VU meters which can be dimmed or turned off.
Overpriced?
I've been using these in two different systems for the last six months. These are excellent amplifiers with a unique sound signature. It sounds like a cliché, but they do combine the best of tube and solid state characteristics. They are on the same level of quality as my PS Audio M1200 mono blocks and Luxman m700u amps. I hope these develop the recognition they deserve.
Thank you.
Can't purchase from the website?
We do not have this setup on our site right now. Please email or call and let us know what you are interested in.
www.modwright.com/contact-us/
@@ModWrightInstruments I'm actually stoked about your tube buffer, possibly in January 😁
@@christophergaus3996right on! I will look forward to hearing from you then.
Just, elegant, and beautifully sublime! (such a joy, thank you, Dan)
Thank you so much. ModWright Mission Satement has always been: Elegance.Simplicity.Truth. I feel that the KWA 99's embody this.
Thanks for doing this tour video.
Thanks for watching.
After 14 years with my modified sony DVD player I am enjoying the 24 bit reproduction sound quality of the RCA living stereo XRCDs from Japan. Thank you Dan!
I am wondering if you are willing to share a Tidal Playlist you might use to test your equipment. What are the passages you listen to and for to make sure you are achieving your desired results. I know it a lot to ask, not everything, but a few key ones.
Superb Video, thank you. as always you are cool calm and collected
Thanks! I try ;).
Kristen has always been the best! Love my ModWright equipment
Yes! She is not only a treasured employee, but also ModWright's Vice President!
I wonder how they sound compared to Pass Labs, First Watt Class A amps
I honestly don't know. I can tell you that they offer more gain and a lot more power. The first 15W are pure Class A, 26dB gain and 100W@8/ 200W@4 power. I have a lot of respect for Nelson Pass designs!
Awesome presentation. I really enjoyed it. The PH 150 will never die❤😮.
Thanks! The PH 150 is a true Reference Phono stage!
really> no internal view........
I didn't think the inside of our power amp was as exciting as the insides of our tube gear.
Your company is quite reputable. Any proud engineer or manufacturer would have no hesitation to show what’s under the hood.
@@auggysimcity Understood. Look online, there are a number of images of all of our amps' internals. I will gladly post photos of the insides of the KWA 99's. There simply are no secrets.
@@ModWrightInstrumentsthank you
what is the price?
The KWA 99 monoblocks are $9,000/pr. in the U.S.
@@ModWrightInstruments holy mother mary of jesus christ.
@willemidaho welcome to the world of high end audio gear!
Modwright gear is very outstanding. Already become a legend 👍
Thank you for that! Over 25 y ears of my life. I am glad that it has been worth the hard work.
The service at ModWright is fantastic. I had the power supply of my PH9.0X upgraded with a tube rectifier. I also needed a part for my Modwright Analog Bridge and customer service has been excellent. It's great to get a look behind the scene.
Customer service has ALWAYS been paramount to me. Our customers are who make us a success. Good service is a simple and very important quality that too many companies these days just don't understand!
How do you think they would do driving Magico A5s with Backert Labs Rythmn pre?
I do know of a customer with with M3's I believe it is, that told me he feels the KWA 99's to be the 'Holy Grail' of amplifiers, in that they offer resolutions without edge and warmth without lacking detail. I consider this a tremendous complement, as that is exactly how I would describe our house sound! I use them with Revel and Magnepans and also have very happy Magico and Wilson customers. They are a high current design. I have heard good things about the Backert Labs preamps and would see no reason why it would not match extremely well in your system. Please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.
Dan, love your equipment and the care and love you put into each piece. Wishing much continued success
Thank you so much! It truly means a lot to me to hear such support from yourself and other happy ModWright Customers!
Nice to see where the magic happens. I have spoken you you and Kristen several times and it's always a pleasure. Thank you for what you do. I am proud to own several ModWright pieces after wanting them for some time. The performance of my ModWright equipment is spectacular. Love them.
Thanks for that. At ModWright, customer service is paramount and I am grateful to have such great employees as Kristin Vittitoe, also ModWright's Vice President.
Great video. I love to see the works and the people of companies.
Always!
Awesome Dan, love your gear, love your attention to detail!
Thank you!
This is so good to see! Thanks for showing us around Dan! Oh and that KWA 150SE is quite something my friend! WOW. I am speechless and it hasn't even been but maybe 6 hours of playtime since I received it. Well done sir. Well done!
Hi Oz, i am so pleased to hear that you are enjoying the KWA 150SE! There is a reason that it has won awards globally. Wait till your customer hears the KWA 99!!!
Nice video Dan! I need to send you some better reference speakers. :-)
Do you know a guy, Danny ;)?
@@ModWrightInstruments I know a guy that has developed some new stuff that you'd really like.
@@dannyrichie9743 is that right? Is he in TX? ;)
@@ModWrightInstruments I think so.
@@dannyrichie9743 I know you have been doing some great work I have too many speakers right now, but thanks. Happy Thanksgiving Danny!