Kondo G700

The Kondo G-700i belongs to a new generation of Kondo preamps in which traditional Japanese craftsmanship comes together with an exceptional level of technical refinement.

Developed between the beloved G-72i and the absolute top model G-1000, the G-700i, according to Kondo, combines the rich adult character of the G-70 with the expressive force and spatial conviction of the reference G-1000.

As with any Kondo product, however, it is not about specifications, but about music. From the first notes it is striking how natural and effortlessly the G-700i music develops. Voices get an almost tangible presence, instruments sound rich in colour and texture, while the sound image opens with an impressive calm and depth.

The G-700i features a completely separate power supply, a newly developed 50-step volume control with carefully selected MELF resistors and a fully hand-built signal road with Kondo. Everything is designed for one purpose: to transmit the musical signal as pure and untouched as possible.

What makes the G-700i special is the combination of refinement and expressivity. Music not only sounds exceptionally transparent and detailed, but at the same time retains a natural flow and emotional persuasion characteristic of the best Kondo components.

At Highender we consider the G-700i one of the most impressive line preamps available today. A component that doesn't attract attention to itself, but makes the music completely central.

For the listener who is looking for an absolute world class preamplifier, the G-700i is a rare combination of craftsmanship, technique and musical beauty.