Chifi Clones: NHB-108 D9pro and/or others...

Started by mresseguie, June 24, 2026, 10:29:52 PM

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mresseguie

Hey, guys.

In the past year-plus, I've watched a few videos discussing various Chinese clones of famous amplifiers whose patents have ended. I think it's time for me to try one or two. Have any of you heard any of the clones?

I think I'll try the NHB-108 D9pro first, and <perhaps> later try one of the Accuphase clones.

I hop on a flight to the US tomorrow night, so I'll be home in ~48 hours.

Michael
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P.I.

Quote from: mresseguie on June 24, 2026, 10:29:52 PMHey, guys.

In the past year-plus, I've watched a few videos discussing various Chinese clones of famous amplifiers whose patents have ended. I think it's time for me to try one or two. Have any of you heard any of the clones?

I think I'll try the NHB-108 D9pro first, and <perhaps> later try one of the Accuphase clones.

I hop on a flight to the US tomorrow night, so I'll be home in ~48 hours.

Michael
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Nick B

Quote from: mresseguie on June 24, 2026, 10:29:52 PMHey, guys.

In the past year-plus, I've watched a few videos discussing various Chinese clones of famous amplifiers whose patents have ended. I think it's time for me to try one or two. Have any of you heard any of the clones?

I think I'll try the NHB-108 D9pro first, and <perhaps> later try one of the Accuphase clones.

I hop on a flight to the US tomorrow night, so I'll be home in ~48 hours.

Michael

Welcome back, Michael. Clones have fascinated me a bit. I am wondering if the parts are mediocre or if they have some high quality parts. I will be interested in your thoughts.

Nick
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rollo

The models cloned are very old designs where patents have expired. For me I cannot support that or any Chinese product as an American. No offense meant Michael.


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