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So changing direction from some of my previous posts, I'm looking for some info on the two channel tale. Initially I was looking for an AVR that would kind of do everything. If I go in that direction, I'm looking to get a Yamaha RX-V2073. If I don't go the AVR route, I've been recommended (from a couple of corners) Emotiva gear, specifically the UMC-1 and XPA-200, but I would probably go the USP-1 over the UMC. I don't really need surround, and the USP has a phono input and headphone out. (I have a pretty low end AVR and some speakers I can use as 5.1 for the odd movie or PS3, in addition to whatever I do here). My question though: would going the Emotiva (or similar) route be overkill? Could I be happier with an integrated amp like the Yamaha R-S700? I listen to the radio a reasonable amount, so that factors in. Further, if I go in this two channel direction I'm going to have to look at a DAC and potentially a DAB+. As I've got in my signature, I'm looking to power DALI Ikon 7s, which shouldn't be too difficult to drive, so the XPA-200 might be a bit over the top (but sound amazing). Any suggestions are welcome (my budget can push $1800, but lower is obviously better). ST

Hi All, I'm looking to make a few enhancements to my home entertainment setup and I would appreciate any useful advice from those more knowledgeable than myself. I currently have a media centre PC that I use for everything...internet, TV & music. Audio output runs via a Topping E30 DAC through a JAMO AVR-693 to pair of passive a Monitor Audio Bronze BX5 floor standing speakers. I use JRiver Media Center to play music. I recently added the DAC to get more out of the high resolution music files on my PC but I'm thinking about make a few extra enhancements. The AVR is surplus to requirements because I rarely listen to radio and when I do I typically stream it over the internet. I'm also unlikely to upgrade to a surround sound set up given the limited space in my apartment living room. Therefore, I've been thinking of swapping out the AVR for a quality second-hand 2 or 3 channel power amp that just does the very basics and takes up less space. I don't need Bluetooth or any other such functionality. I'm also thinking of adding a subwoofer despite my partners objections. I'm not sure what factors I should be taking into consideration or where to start with a product search. For example, should I be looking for an active or passive subwoofer? I probably don't want to spend more than $500 but I want to get as much bang for my buck. I might even get a few bob for my AVR. If it helps, I probably listen to classic rock such as Dire Straits more than anything else but my musical tastes are fairly broad and even I enjoy listening to classical music occasionally. If anyone has any good suggestions or relevant product recommendations I'd be very interest to hear your feedback. Thanks in advance. Cheers!

Further Information: I bought as a replacement for my ME 550 when it blew-up. It's been rock solid but I'm having to downsize my setup with some new additions to the family Reviews: https://www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/608/index.html Specifications: Power Configurations: 2 x 200 watts Watts/Channel: 200 watts all channels driven, unbridged, 8 ohm load, 20 to 20k Hz, 0.06% THD IM Distortion (at rated power, 60Hz:7kHz = 4:1): 0.03%, maximum Damping Factor (8 ohms): 1000 Input Sens. / Impedance: 1.5V / 32 kohms Frequency Response: 15-100 kHz (±1dB) S/N Ratio (IHF A): 116dB Power Consumption: 550 watts Dimensions (W x H x D): 433 x 140 x 380mm Front Panel Height: 127 mm Weight (net): 16.7 kg

Further information: 200w per. Channel stereo power amp 3 years old, in excellent condition In original Box I don’t have a preamp to audition it but can plug it in to the power point to show it works.

Further information: Hello everyone! I’m reluctantly letting go of this fabulous AUDIO RESEARCH Reference 75SE Power Amp. But I’ve been hit with another upgrade, so now looking to sell. It’s in wonderful, mint condition, around 14months old and has the balance of manufactures warranty associated with it. It comes with all the manufacturing excellence that this brand has to offer….. sonically, it’s one of the best amps you’ll hear; you won’t be disappointed. Tubes are running in nicely and have a few hundred hourly runs on the board. This Power Amp is in mint condition, with all boxes, packaging and chords!! This is a hifi respectful house hold, so everything is treated with respect! Definitely, no pets or smoke and the equipment is never “raced or rallied!” Reasonable offers will be entertained! Cash on collecting or EFT accepted. I’ll send interstate, at the buyers cost and choice!! Please message me for specific questions or more pictures. Thanks Richard

Further Information: Used for less than a year, sat on the rack the whole time, mint condition. Compact, beautiful and powerful. Modified N-core, best Class D amp ever heard, neutral with a touch of warmth, managed floor standing speakers effortlessly. Dual AK4493 in mono mode, + AK4137 re-sampler. Ultra low jitter MEMS Femto Clock. Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, HighResAudio, Spotify Connect. 2 x 500 W @ 4 Ohms (1200 W max). Great headphone amplifier included. Designed and made in Germany. Source II D/A converter Resolution: 768 kHz/32 bit and DSD 512 Dynamic range: >125 dB THD & Noise: <0.001 % (@ 0 dB FS) Master-Clock: Ultra low jitter MEMS Femto Clock Re-Sampling: with 180 dB dynamics and 32 bit resolution, bit-perfect or DSD Converter architecture: two AK4493 DACs in dual differential mono mode, AK4137 re-sampler Network player Ethernet: 100 Mbit/s WLAN: Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, WPS support Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP USB: High-speed host interface for hard disks, USB sticks, DVD ROM drives. Supported codecs: WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, WMA, DSD UPnP and DLNA support PCM resolution: 44.1 kHz up to 384 kHz, 24bit (WLAN up to 192 kHz) DSD resolution: DSD 64 up to DSD 256 (WLAN up to DSD 128) Gapless playback Streaming services: TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, HighResAudio, Spotify Connect Internet radio and podcast Roon Ready Analog preamp Inputs: two analog line inputs with 50 kOhms of input impedance. Outputs: one balanced and one unbalanced output. The outputs may be used independently. Volume level control range: 0 to 80 dB in 1 dB steps Frequency response: 2 – 200 kHz (-3 dB) Headphone amplifier Headphone connector: 6.35 mm (1/4“) jack socket Headphone gain: 0 dB / 12 dB switchable Damping factor of headphone output: >100 POWER 1000 Power consumption: 0,5 W stand-by, 16 W operation, 1200 W max. XLR Inputs: analog line-level inputs Output power: 2 x 500 W @ 4 Ohms Gain: 25,5 dB THD: < 0,003% Frequency response: 1 Hz – 45 kHz (-3 dB) Signal-to-noise ration: > 110 dB Automatic switch-on Protection circuits Lindemann (lindemann-audio.de)

Further Information: I'm selling 1x NAD c298 amplifier. The amplifier is about 2 years old, and was only used for 6 months of that time. Purchased originally as part of a 3 way active system (I purchased 3x c298's, the amplifier powered a pair of Dome midrange drivers), I now run a full range 2 way setup, and no longer have a requirement for this 3rd amplifier. My system will retain two of these fantastic amplifiers. The amplifier is unmarked and looks great. The amp comes with original NAD papers and box. Widely considered one of the best performing and measured amplifier @ its price range. These amplifiers sell new, anywhere from $3000 - 3600aud. https://nadelectronics.com/product/c298-stereo-power-amplifier/ Stereophile measurements: https://www.stereophile.com/content/nad-c-298-power-amplifier-measurements Stereophile review: https://www.stereophile.com/content/nad-c-298-power-amplifier Soundstage review: https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/1528-nad-c298-stereo-amplifier Soundstage measurements: https://www.soundstagenetwork.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2493:nad-c298-stereo-amplifier-measurements&catid=97:amplifier-measurements&Itemid=154 Alpha audio, NAD C298 power amp VS Bryston 4B SST3, Jay talking about the unit Interestingly the amplifier offers variable module gain, allowing easy matching with preamps, and Dacs with low to high voltage outputs. Max output can be achieved from 1.43Vrms to >7v rms depending on gain setting, allowing listeners to maximise SNR. I ran the unit direct from a multichannel high voltage output DAC, with the amplifier set in low gain. Please feel free to touch base with any questions. Taken from NAD website: Amplifier Specifications Picture taken from Soundstage measurements link above.

Further Information: Used for less than a year, sat on the rack the whole time, mint condition. Compact, beautiful and powerful. Modified N-core, best Class D amp ever heard, neutral with a touch of warmth, managed floor standing speakers effortlessly. Dual AK4493 in mono mode, + AK4137 re-sampler. Ultra low jitter MEMS Femto Clock. Roon Ready, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, HighResAudio, Spotify Connect. 2 x 500 W @ 4 Ohms (1200 W max). Great headphone amplifier included. Designed and made in Germany. Source II D/A converter Resolution: 768 kHz/32 bit and DSD 512 Dynamic range: >125 dB THD & Noise: <0.001 % (@ 0 dB FS) Master-Clock: Ultra low jitter MEMS Femto Clock Re-Sampling: with 180 dB dynamics and 32 bit resolution, bit-perfect or DSD Converter architecture: two AK4493 DACs in dual differential mono mode, AK4137 re-sampler Network player Ethernet: 100 Mbit/s WLAN: Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, WPS support Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP USB: High-speed host interface for hard disks, USB sticks, DVD ROM drives. Supported codecs: WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, WMA, DSD UPnP and DLNA support PCM resolution: 44.1 kHz up to 384 kHz, 24bit (WLAN up to 192 kHz) DSD resolution: DSD 64 up to DSD 256 (WLAN up to DSD 128) Gapless playback Streaming services: TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer, HighResAudio, Spotify Connect Internet radio and podcast Roon Ready Analog preamp Inputs: two analog line inputs with 50 kOhms of input impedance. Outputs: one balanced and one unbalanced output. The outputs may be used independently. Volume level control range: 0 to 80 dB in 1 dB steps Frequency response: 2 – 200 kHz (-3 dB) Headphone amplifier Headphone connector: 6.35 mm (1/4“) jack socket Headphone gain: 0 dB / 12 dB switchable Damping factor of headphone output: >100 POWER 1000 Power consumption: 0,5 W stand-by, 16 W operation, 1200 W max. XLR Inputs: analog line-level inputs Output power: 2 x 500 W @ 4 Ohms Gain: 25,5 dB THD: < 0,003% Frequency response: 1 Hz – 45 kHz (-3 dB) Signal-to-noise ration: > 110 dB Automatic switch-on Protection circuits Lindemann (lindemann-audio.de)

Further Information: Hi I’m selling my Vitus Audio SS-102 Class A Stereo Amplifier. In near perfect condition. The amplifer is switchable between 50watts pure class A and 100Wpc in A/B in 8 Ohm. This Amp can drive any Speaker with ease, wonderful sounding Amp that will match perfect with many High End Speakers. It is a wonderful sounding amplifier with the much loved Vitus sound signature, that is sweet sounding, but with power of solid state. Manufacturers Comments: For those who want the very best in performance the SS-102 is our statement stereo power amplifier. A completely no-compromise design, this amplifier will take on the very finest products from around the world, regardless of their cost! The SS-102 houses brand new circuitry, which uses only the finest matched transistors and super precision resistors to ensure optimal working conditions for the different stages of each module. This combined with a special coupling of each input stage, results in an ultra linear frequency response. The true balanced design, together with the local shunt regulated power supply, ensures excellent signal to noise ratio, making it possible to reveal every micro detail in the recordings. The result is a power amplifier, capable of exposing micro details/dynamics never heard before without compromising the coherence of the recording. As the design is true balanced, all non-balanced signals are converted to true balanced straight at the first input stage. It is part of the Signature Series. The performance of these products redefines how close to the live event you can get by listening to reproduced music. For those who want the very best, there is no finer choice than the SS-102. It is sure to become a true classic in every sense of the word. Specifications Product Type: Stereo balanced Power Amplifier Inputs: 1 x unbalanced (RCA) 1 x balanced (XLR) Outputs: 1 set balanced Speaker Output Power(switchable): 50wpc Class A - RMS in 8ohm 100wpc Class AB - RMS in 8ohm Internal Cabling: Andromeda by VA Dimensions: 310H x 435W x 610D mm Total Weight: 85 Kg

Further information: Amps are in excellent condition from a smoke free home. Comes with trigger cables, Manual x 1, original double boxes, power leads, as well as the silver trims. Power output (all channels driven): 350 watts RMS @ 4 ohm, 200 watts RMS @ 8 ohm Photos: PLEASE READ If you include any reference to pricing whatsoever in this section (excluding RRP), your ad will not be approved If you are advertising multiple items, you must post one bulk price only, or post seperate ads for each item If you don't include photographs of the actual item being sold, your ad will not be approved You understand that upon successful sale of your item it is expected you pay Seller's Fees. - if you have previously sold items and not made a contribution, your advertisement may not be approved.