Thank you boss
dogears, I consider "hanep" as a compliment.
ARE,
Sorry for not answering your inquiry right away. So here it goes.
In my system with the Martin Logans (35-20kHz, 90 dB, 4 Ohms nominal with a nasty impedance dip of 1.2 Ohms at 20 kHz.) the Odysseys Stratos Monos performs very well. I have a Nelson Pass-Threshold Stasis S-500 (250 W/channel Optical Bias class A/AB) for comparison and the Stratos outperforms it in every way in my system. Caveat the fact that the amp needs to be "on" 24/7, I am very happy with the purchase. My version have the 360,000 uF capacitor upgrade, so I have no experienced with the stock monos. Although my brother (Docjr8156) has the Stratos Upgraded Stereo version and probably he can share his views here if he sees the thread.
As for the 24/7 operation, the power consumption is comparable to two-35 watts light bulb
"on" every time. Not a big deal.
Klaus (Bunge) is a very nice person to deal with. Take my word with a grain of salt but you can go to Odysseys forum at AudioCircle.com and check out the info you need to know if it is available.
It is sad to learn that getting the product(amps) over there is financially absurd. I do not know any idea how to help. All I know is that even with the mono pair, they fit inside a Balik-Bayan box(Hint, Hint
). The only problem is that it takes 7 weeks minimum to make the amps once you order it from Klaus.
One more thing, you can e-mail Klaus if there's an option you can consider if you are really interested. He is a fine gentleman (6 feet four and almost 300 lbs)and will not mind even if you are just a "prospective" customer. If you want, and I am giving you my permission, mention my name(Abe from Southern California). I already met the guy and have dinner with him so he knows me (I hope). I am not affiliated to the company of course.
Cheers, and let me know if I can assist you in any way with your research.
Abe