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I'm tossing up whether or not to sell my BAT VK500. It sounds incredible, one of the best amps ever built. However, unfortunately I've moved into an apartment and don't have the room :/ It has a tiny issue though, every now and again some static comes from the right channel. Let me know if you're interested.

Hey everyone, Has anyone had a listen to the following amp? If so, what did you think and which one would you recommend? Balanced Audio Technology BAT VK255SE, VK250se and VK220se Cheers

Hey everyone, thought I would share some pictures of my BAT VK500 before I send it away to the United States for repair I emailed Balanced Audio Technology a couple of months to see if they had any idea about what was causing the crackle/popping sound coming from the right channel of the VK500. I expected to get some generic email, but to my surprise the owner of the company Victor Khomenko responded directly to my email to see if he could provide some assistance. Since my initial email to Victor he has really been a great help and has replied promptly to all my inquiries. BAT's customer support really is a testament to how good of a company Balanced Audio Technology really is. They build good gear and offer great support. Here's a Stereophile interview with Victor from a few years back: https://www.stereophile.com/interviews/767/index.html I'm not a technician but I managed to remove both Channel's from the amplifier with little trouble. Anyways here are the pics and will hopefully have it shipped by the end of the week.

I'm really enjoying Mike from Liquidaudio's review and restoration blogs. The most recent Accuphase M60 restoration is pretty cool. Check it out, if you haven't already. http://liquidaudio.com.au/accuphase-m-60-amplifier-repair-restoration/

Hi There, I am looking for a 3 channel power amplifier to use with LCR of Home Theatre. Was think about used Emotiva XPA 3 Gen 1 or 2 amp. But as power amplifier will last longer decided to buy new so can own longer time. Heard great about ELEKTRA HD2 3 CHANNEL POWER AMPLIFIER. For $2700 RRP. Does anyone know how good is that amplifier - value for money. Elektra amplifier Pros/Cons? Is there any amplifier , I need to consider with in the same budget. Is Elektra quality better than Emotiva? Parasound A23+ or Emotiva XPA or any brands to compare and grade the Elektra. Please help me to decide based on your HI Fi experience. Thanks in advance.

I am looking to a power amp ( no controls requiring preamp to use) for 3 pairs of Definitive Technology ceiling speakers for effect (4) and rear center (2) (Main R/L/C are Meridian M60, and pair of M33)

The Musical Fidelity M8-500S Dual Mono Power Amplifier http://www.musicalfidelity.com/products/m8series/m8-500s/

Anyone had or has one of these? Your thoughts?

Sony TA-N7B 1977 160,000 yen 100w + 100w 8ohms 21kg Two independent monaural amplifiers Harmonic distortion .01% First stage – voltage amplifier. Dual FET input, a differential cascode amplifier, current mirror output circuit at the first stage and a bipolar transistor cascode amplifier at the next stage. Drive stage – Fully complimentary push-pull power amp. – Sony V-FETs 2SJ18 & 2SK60 plus bipolar transistors in cascode configuration. Triple dual output configuration per channel. The TA-N7B is considered a statement product from Sony. Just looking at the rather small footprint of the N7B tells you it’s built extremely well. Designed and built up to a standard, a standard in the late 1970’s that was very high. Sony’s aim in designing and building the N7B was to produce a state of the art audio amplifier employing the very latest and best audio engineering possible at that time. Some 37 years later, those experienced with this amplifier and technically qualified may look now and see the flaws in the designs. I’m no audio engineer; I don’t claim to be of any technical expertise. But I do like listening to music, and this amplifier was no doubt built to reproduce music to the highest fidelity level possible. Aesthetics, design, look? – It’s a matter of taste. I’ve had someone tell me the amp looks like a dorm refrigerator they had in college! – joking?, perhaps. When in the listening position and looking at the face, it is a very nice simple design. The backside, aint that flash in my opinion. It is unique that is the fact. Restoration The amplifier has undergone an extensive rebuild. Over 180 parts have been replaced. Also, some discrete enhancements or modifications have been done to make the amplifier more stable and to sonically take it “up†to another level. The alterations were researched, tested, re-tested, applied, then re-tested, to exacting standards (as the N7B demands) to ensure the highest level of integrity, and sonic purity. All replacements parts and substitues used are absolutely appropriate and precisely matched wherever required across all circuits. Listening to the Sony TA-N7B Plugged in and allowed to idle along at low volumes for a good hour before putting the foot down. It’s a bit like having a classic car restored, and you’re taking it out for a drive. You know it’s good, you know it’s been restored very well, but you just want to treat her gently. Once warmed up the Sony delivers a beautifully balanced sound, with what I describe as -- elegant power. A stupendously articulate and detailed delivery. Tonally, very refined and nuanced, nothing but the music is heard, in front of a completely silent background. But it is not cold or clinical. You will hear instruments and detail never heard before. You will hear a wavering in a voice or a backing singer, you never heard before. The layering and purity of the sound is quite amazing. Source and recording quality is therefore an even more important element when running the N7B. Critical of source is the TA-N7B no question. Transient speed and dynamics are wonderful. It’s a “quick†amplifier this Sony, very quick. Bass / low frequency is also superb. Mid bass, upper bass, low bass it’s all in there. The amplifier goes so low and with wonderful definition and control. Midrange and highs are also excellent. In particular vocals and piano is where the Sony excels. Voices and instruments seem to leap into the room with you. The only “weaker†aspect perhaps is the stereo separation. Not as good as expected or doesn’t seem to be in the same class as the other aspects of the amplifier. It’s very good, but not exceptional. Certainly the Sony ESPRIT TA-N902 (the best soundstage I’ve heard in an amp) & the Yamaha B2 seem to have better sound staging and separation Speaker choices need to be considered. You want an excellent full range speaker that has excellent grip and control on the bass, images really well. I have developed an immediate case of – floorstandis speaker-upgradeitis. Speaker placement as always is critical. Set up precisely to get the best from the Sony. Put a decent preamplifier with the N7B, one with reasonably high outputs. The N7B, as a result of the wonderful design, and sonics is a low gain amplifier. But that’s just the way it is. A beautiful highly accurate, linear, low noise (no noise!) and dynamic amplifier. You’ll really enjoy listening to your music with the Sony. Equipment Sony TA-N7B Stereo Power Amplifier Emotiva XSP-1 Balanced Differential Preamplifier Squeezebox Touch (EDO) Audio-dg NFB1.32 ES9018 Sabre DAC Krix Apex Floorstanding Speakers – 4ohms Quad 12L2 Standmount Speakers – 6ohms Grave Science interconnects Music Eagles - Hotel California – 192khz Rick Braun – Sessions II Tim Finn, Bic Runga, Dave Dobbyn – Together In Concert Steely Dan – Gaucho – 96khz Supertramp – Crisis What Crisis? Il Sogno – Elvis Costello Amy Winehouse – Frank

Item: Sonance Sonamp 275se Power Amplifier Price Range:$100-$150 Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: I am looking for a second amp as I want to power separate speakers with a second unit in bridge mode Please don't forget to report your post as FOUND when possible. (You can now delete this text).

Item: Krell KSA 150 Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: PM me if so

Item: ARCAM P777 Multi Channel Power Amplifier Price Range: To be Agreed Upon Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Looking for this amp in good condition. Cheers Please don't forget to report your post as FOUND when possible. (You can now delete this text).

Item:Primare A30.2 or A31.2 Price $750-$1250: Item Condition: Used Extra Info:Looking for a class A/B Primare power Amp with XLR inputs Hi, I am looking for 2 units of class A/B Primare Amps with balanced inputs for my future HT build. Budget wise the A30.2 or A31.2 will better fit the picture, but for the right price I could be tempted into an A32 Color doesn't really matter but if I have the choice, a black one would do nice. I have no interest for the class D amplifier units of Primare.

Item: Accuphase P360, P500L Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Please drop me a message if you are looking to sell an accuphase P360 or P500L. Cheers Tim

Item: kenwood L1000c Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Please let me know if you or someone you know are looking to sell this system

Item: kenwood L1000c Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Please let me know if you or someone you know are looking to sell this system

Item: Quad 405-2 Price Range: negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info:

Item: Vintage Power Amp Price Range: neg. Item Condition: Excellent condition Extra Info: I have an integrated amp. I want to pair a very good power amp with my current system. I like the look of the beast.

Item: Quad 405-2 Power Amplifier Price Range: Negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Please let me know if you're looking to sell

Item: Power amp, minimum 300W x 2 @ 8 ohms Price Range: negotiable Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Getting the itch to try something a little different from my existing amplification. Amp must be capable of at least 300W x 2 @ 8 ohms. I had my eyes on the Elektra Reference HD and Sanders Magtech but open to others as well. Curious to see what is out there

Item: Power Amp with level meters Price Range: Up to $300 Item Condition: Used Extra Info: For use in shed on acreage by retiree, so nothing fancy or unduly powerful (80W rms ok). Prefers needle swinging level meters (also called VU meters) typical in the eighties, and ideally balanced connections to link to his pre-amp (so most likely an older "pro audio" product). Can pick up in greater Sydney, or prepared to pay shipping.

Item: Emotiva, BASX-A-150 or BASX-300 Power Amplifier Price Range: Item Condition: USED Extra Info: Want an Emotiva BASX-A-150 or BASX-300 Power Amplifier, preferably in Melb.

Item: 3 Channel (or more) power amp for home cinema use. Min. 180W @ 8ohms. Price Range: <$1500 Item Condition: New or Used Extra Info: Setting up a new home cinema. Need a power amp to feed my LCR. My AVR will power the rest of the final 7.1.4 setup. I have been eyeing off the Emotiva XPA-3 power amps but new they are just a little more than my budget allows at the moment, so looking for some second hand gear. Looking at a min of 180W @ 8ohms. This might be your opportunity to upgrade! So if you have anything similar you can part with for some dosh, please let me know. I have been looking for a fair while now so I am familiar with the prices things are going for. But I will pay the right money for the right amp! Prefer South-East Qld (Brisbane & surrounds) pick-up, but will to fork out for shipping if it is worthwhile.Thanks for looking!

I am looking for a power amp recommendation to extend my 5.1.4 to 7.2.4. Currently, I am using Denon x4300h with SVS prime tower and surround speakers. in ceiling speakers are paradigm h80r. I am confused about which power amp is suitable without breaking the bank. Ideally, I should able to run my LCR channel on power amp and the rest on avr.

Hello everyone, Good day can any one recommend a good budget power conditioner. Thank you.