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I'm planning on having a musical start to the new year. Not sure I've got the time for another review thread right now, but what the hell. I'll just start it and see what happens when. I'm hoping the 90's were a good time for Onkyo. I've heard some of the later models and while I thought the 9555 was quite good sounding I thought it was built a bit on the light side, lots of chassis flex to that amp. And the 9070 I didn't like at all, no life to it, just dull and dark and sort of blunt. So, I'm hoping these earlier Onkyo models were a bit more musical. We'll see.

Further Information: Practically brand new 3 months old and lying in its box. . I bought this year from Addicted to Audio. Will have 2 year warranty unlike the models they’re dumping. Have boxes etc…. RRP $2950

Further Information: One Roksan Caspian M1 integrated amp. The Caspian is the "more refined" sounding amp in the Roksan range. The Kandy, or "K" series is the base model and more of a rock and roll amp (or at least that's how it appears from what I've read on the topic) while the Caspian, or M series, has a smoother mid range and less of a bass kick to its presentation. I wouldn't go as far as calling it an old gents amp but that is one way of looking at it. 70wpc of smooth, mid-range focused power. Price covers postage to eastern states and donation to SNA on sale. I do not have a remote for this amp. Actually that isn't quite true, I do have a remote but I don't have one that works, and that is what counts. Edit: I have been informed that this is not an M series amp, my mistake, I was not aware but have now done my googling homework. The Caspian has been available in 4 different series (that I am currently aware of). The original Mark 1, which this component is an example of, the Mark 2 which is labeled as such on the bottom right of the front plate (underneath the volume control), the M1, which is labeled in the same place but in red, and the M2 (not labeled in the same place but has a different faceplate with lights underneath the channels rather than around them). So in a way this amp is one of the grandfathers of the current Caspian models. Sorry for any confusion, I have renamed the thread accordingly. The volume and selector knobs have a rough-ish rubberized/plastisised finish to them so they don't look so good in pictures. The finish isn't actually coming off them, they just look that way.

Further Information: One Linx Nebula Integrated amp in very good nic. Serviced by Andy McClaren of HiFi Repair Services prior to his heading back over to England. It used to run rather hot, now only mildly so. It is quite a good little amp with a nice warm tonality. And it looks awesome, that laser cut perspex front plate is just captivating to look at. Depending on the source of information you work with it is somewhere between 50 and 65 watts into 8 ohms and is 2 ohm capable. The unit comes with the info sheet in picture 6 (which is most of the information I have on the Linx) and the HIFI News magazine in picture 7 which contains a review of the amp and associated tuner. Note, this amp does not have a remote control. I have no specific packing for it but I do have many boxes, much bubble wrap and a fair bit of experience in wrapping-and-packing amps so it should be able to be sent pretty much anywhere.

Further information: Thanks to those who inquired but for now I’ve decided to keep this amplifier. I’m selling off a bit of gear but this one hurts the most. This was specially built to my preferences by Richard. Estimated 80w per channel but those who know Richard understand his rating are rubbery and an estimation at best but in using the amp this seems about right. Unlike many of Richards amps which are single input this has 4 inputs PLUS 2 variable outputs. I wanted these included so I could use a headphone amp but they can equally be used for an active sub or a pair or active subs. I also asked for the highest quality volume and selector switches. The volume control has a lovely weight to it and the input selector moves with a nice decisive click (thunk). I also upgraded the feet because the ones that came with the case were rubbish and also bought better quality knobs because those that came with the case were rubbish. It has high quality speaker posts and includes the power chord. I’ve owned it for maybe 4 years but there is a long story behind the purchase of this amp. Richard and I go back a long way. Those who have owned or do own a Quasimodo know how good they are with a transparency that is associated with valve amps without the heat. This amp has only ever been connected to a pair of Sonus Faber Liuto speakers (which will also be for sale shortly). Advertised elsewhere. standard shipping estimates with Aus Post Adelaide $40 | Melb $45 | Syd $55 | Bris $65 | Perth $80 | Hobart $75 | Darwin $90 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.

Item: Primaluna Dialogue Premium Integrated Amplifier with over $1k of extra tubes Location: Daylesford Price: 3200 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Change of direction Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: 1st owner of this lovely amplifier that works flawlessly. Just over a year old. Includes the following tubes for you to find the sound you like (I've mostly been using the KT120's with nos Mullards - Matched quad Gold Lion KT77 Matched quad Gold Lion KT88 Matched quad Tung-Sol KT120 6 x Primaluna 12AU7 4 x nos Brimar CV4003 2 x nos 1960's Blackburn Mullard ECC82 2 x nos 1964 RCA Cleartop 12AU7 2 x PSVANE 12AU7 -TII Remote control & gloves for tube handling also included as well as a few spare fuses. I have the original box, but would prefer pickup due to weight. Can send at buyers risk using Pack & Send. Last package I sent around this weight was just over $200 with insurance etc. Cheers Pictures:

Item: Price Drop Devialet 200 Integrated Amplifier Location: Melbourne Price: $5500 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Funding new projects Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: A complete solution with no clutter. i have paired this amp with several speakers and drives pretty much all my gear effortlessly. I have now upgraded to Pro 220. Technical Info: https://www.avhub.com.au/product-reviews/sound-image/devialet-200-amplifier-review-400516 Pictures:

Item: Mcintosh MA5200 Integrated Amplifier RRP $8995.00 Location: Perth Price: Price Drop $4500.00 Item Condition: Mint As New Reason for selling: NLR Need Cash Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info:Second owner, Original owner purchased brand New May 2018 Bought here from SNA member I will use Smarts original listing as it covers all relevant info, I have added 1 photo of my own. With 9 inputs, including 1 Moving Magnet phono and 3 digital inputs that will decode your digital music at up to 32 bits and 192kHz, the MA5200 provides you with enough connections and modern technology to begin building your home audio system. The Home Theater Pass Through feature will allow for seamless integration into your existing multi-channel theater system. "The McIntosh MA5200 is an excellent amplifier, with a quality DAC and a no fuss approach to presenting music." - Hifi Pig The amplifier delivers 100 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms and utilizes Power Guard® to prevent clipping and keep your speakers safe from damage. Our new High Drive headphone amplifier features increased gain and output power, and is optimized for virtually all headphone types for an enjoyable personal listening experience. Have Original boxes and manual, Remote. Can ship at Buyers expense if required. Pictures: Pictures:

Item: Vitus SIA-025 Integrated Amplifier - RRP US$27,000 Location: Adelaide Price: SOLD Item Condition: Mint condition in original box with accessories Reason for selling: Need the funds so my system needs to go! Payment Method: Local pickup or direct deposit for interstate buyers Extra Info: Basically the best integrated amp money can buy and better than most separates! Pure class A 25Wpc switchable to class AB 100Wpc. Don’t be fooled by the numbers, the solid state electronics provide immense power but with tube-like holographic imaging. This is a preamp and monoblocks (SM-010 moaural amplifiers) in a single box. The result is five inputs (balanced and unbalanced), a preamplifier output for bi-amping purposes and balanced speaker outputs. At 40kg, it is built like a Bentley and feels extremely refined with no expense spared in its construction. Beautiful remote that is only available with the Signature and Masters series products. Also includes the original Vitus power cable which is better than many commercial audiophile cables and Vitus packaging. 230v version. Dimensions: 43.5w x 43d x 13h cm The reviews speak for themselves:

Item: Yarland Ariand Auklet 845 Location: Willagee (Perth) Price: A$ 2300 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Integrated tube amplifier for sale.Due to heavy weight I prefer local buyers, happy to demo. If not sold locally, I can organize StarTrack couriers for delivery with tracking for maximum $100 (quote depending on postcode). Comes with original box, manual and basic remote (volume only). -Power Tube : 845 x 2 (brand new pair of Psvane 845) + spare Shuguang 845 -Voltage Regulator Tube: 2A3 x 2 -Impulse Tube: 6N8P x2 -Signal Tube: ECC83 x 2 -Working State : Class A / Single-end -Bias Voltage State : Self-bias -Rated Full - Power Bandwidth : 4~8Ohms, 20Hz to 20kHz +/-1dB (@ input : 1V) -Maximum Output Power : 25W -Output Load Impedance : 4Ohm~8Ohm. -SNR : 89dB -Channel Balance : <0.5dB -Input Impedance At 1kHz : 100k -Input Terminal : Cd / Aux / Line / AV / XLR -Output Terminal : Line-output -Power Consumption : 480W -Voltage rated : 230Vac 50/60Hz Class I -Product Size : 450 * 450 * 260(mm) -Weight : 28 Kg-With Volume Remote Control Pictures:

Item: Audio Note OTO SE - Integrated Tube Amplifier (Line Version) Location: Melbourne Price: $1,500 Item Condition: Very Good Reason for selling: No Longer Used Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: If you are looking for a sweet sounding integrated valve amplifier then look no further! I have had this since new. This is the line version (no phone stage) of their well regarded 12 Watt, Single Ended Class A design amplifier. You can find more details here: https://www.dagogo.com/audio-note-oto-se-integrated-amplifier-with-phono-review/ . Note the comments on their experience with its power - this amp will happily drive 90db sensitivity speakers to more than unreasonable sound levels. More details in the PDF's attached. The amp is in very good condition. The only signs of wear are on the output terminals where the plastic surrounds have discoloured and chipped in a couple of places. Only work done has been replacement of the mains filter capacitors, and the EL84's in the amp. Valves are comm only available and not expensive to replace. The is very impressive to listen to - selling due to the need to downsize / change in direction Pictures: Audio Note Brochure.pdf

Item: Trafomatic Audio PREMISE, integrated/power tube amplifier. Location: Perth (Willagee) Price: $2000 $1800 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Too many amps Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: This one is fully hand made (incl. transformers), El84 based integrated tube amplifier with option to be used as power amp (more expensive version). Last time I checked, Audio Addiction was selling them for $4995 + $250 for power amp version. ( https://audioaddiction.net.au/shop/trafomatic-premise) It comes with full set of upgraded Psvane Reference tubes . Happy to demo. Other tubes available. Local sale preferred (demo etc). Postage for Australia $50. Comes in original box and basic remote (volume control). If sold by the end of the month, I'll throw in Rotel preamp as a FREE bonus. Pictures:

Item: Trafomatic Audio PREMISE, integrated/power tube amplifier Location: Perth (Willagee) Price: $2000 RRP : $4999 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Too many amps, not enough space... Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Selling due to upgrade to separates and lack of space. I wanted to keep this one, but could not sell my other tube amp (Yarland Ariand 845). This one is fully hand made (incl. transformers), El84 based integrated tube amplifier with option to be used as power amp (more expensive version). Last time I checked, Audio Addiction was selling them for $4995 + $250 for power amp version. ( https://audioaddiction.net.au/shop/trafomatic-premise) It comes with Electro Harmonix El84 tubes + 8 brand new Shuguang El84 . Other tubes available. Full set of Psvane Reference, pre+power in luxury boxes for extra $200 (less than half price), Ei El84 (set of 8, Yugoslav made, my favorite $200) Comes in original box, with basic remote (volume control only). Additional Information Output power 2 x 20W Class of operation Push pull class A Triode / Ultralinear Mode Tubes complement 8 x EL84, 2 x ECC81 Inputs 3 x RCA inputs Outputs 4 and 8 ohms speaker Input sensitivity 0.85Vrms Manufacturers Web Site www.trafomaticaudio.com THD 0.25% x 1W / 1KHz Bandwidth 10Hz (-1dB) to 50KHz (-3dB) S/N ratio 88dB Input impedance 100K Power consumption 250VA Dimensions 430mm wide x 290mm deep x 190mm high Weight 22kg Happy to demo for local buyers. First 2 photos are mine, other photos from Trafomatic Audio web site. For detailed specs check the link above. Postage for Australia $100. Pictures:

Item: Karan MA I 180 mk2 Integrated Amplifier Location: Melbourne - Local pickup preferred Price: $4,500 - and I will donate 1% to SNA Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Moving to separate pre and power amplifier configuration Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, or Paypal Extra Info: This integrated Karan is an exceptional amplifier from one of the top amplifier brands. This retails for $14,500. Comes with remote control supplied by Karan. This is still the current model available from Karan - https://www.karanacoustics.com/product/ka-i-180-mk2 The amplifier is no longer under warranty, as I purchased it over 5 years ago. Welcome to demonstrate in Melbourne to any serious buyer. Note - I no longer have the shipping crate, so local pickup is advised. Pictures:

Item: YARLAND Ariand 845 Integrated/power tube amp Location: Perth (Willagee) Price: $2200 Item Condition: Excellent, boxed. Reason for selling: Upgraded to preamp+mono blocks, too many amps Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Integrated tube amplifier for sale.Dual mono design, incl. separate power switch for each channel. Can be used as power amp (balanced inputs). Due to heavy weight I prefer local buyers, happy to demo. If not sold locally, I can organize StarTrack couriers for delivery with tracking for maximum $100 (quote depending on postcode). Comes with original box, manual and basic remote (volume only). Stock tubes (Shuguang 845) replaced with brand new Psvane 845. First photo is mine, others (much better quality) from Yarland site. Price is firm. Pictures:

Item: Cambridge Audio CXA60 Location: Brighton, Vic Price: $850 Item Condition: Excellent, 10/10 Reason for selling: Upgraded Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal. Extra Info: I am the original owner of this amp, bought only in November 2017 from Klapp AV. Near new - comes with Original box, manual, remote control, cables etc. WHAT HI-FI: 5 stars. "Delivering in every aspect (apart from a USB input), the CXA60 remains the most exciting-sounding and competitively-featured package out there. It looks smart, has a wide spread of connections, and delivers a solid, competitive sound that manages to be exciting and easy to listen to in equal measure." https://www.whathifi.com/cambridge-audio/cxa60/review Detailed Specifications Power output: 60W RMS into 8 Ohms 90W RMS into 4 Ohms DAC: Wolfson WM8740 Weight: 8.3kg Pictures:

Item: Arcam Alpha 10 Integrated Stereo Amplifier Location: Perth Price: 295 Item Condition: Reason for selling: upgraded Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info This is a wonderful English made audiophile grade amplifier in excellent cosmetic and flawless working condition. The components are right off the top shelf and it has a host of inputs for multiple audio sources. The Alpha 10 received nothing but glowing reviews when it was released. I love this amp but have bought a new model with a phono stage for my turntable. The Alpha 10 sold for around the $2000 mark in Australia back in 1999/2000. SPECIFICATIONS Power output: 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) Total harmonic distortion: 0.02% Input sensitivity: 0.26mV (MC), 2.6mV (MM), 160mV (line) Signal to noise ratio: 73dB (MC), 79dB (MM), 100dB (line) Output: 0.8V (Pre out) Dimensions: 430 x 380 x 110mm Weight: 9.9kg REVIEWS https://www.stereophile.com/integratedamps/1298arcam/index.html http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/rise46.htm Pictures:

Item: Creek 4330 integrated Amplifier Location: Brunswick Price: $350 plus postage Item Condition: Very good Reason for selling: Not required Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Bank transfer Extra Info: Great condition. Just the one (tiny) visible scratch on the front. Works perfectly and sounds great. I bought it from other SNA er Darius about a year ago. Smoke free, pet free home. The pics are his, it hasn't changed at all. Pictures:

Item: Trafomatic Audio PREMISE, integrated tube amplifier Location: Perth (Willagee) Price: $2000 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Too many amps, not enough space... Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Selling due to upgrade to separates and lack of space. I wanted to keep this one, but could not sell my other tube amp (Yarland Ariand 845). This one is fully hand made (incl. transformers), El84 based integrated tube amplifier with option to be used as power amp (more expensive version). Last time I checked, Audio Addiction was selling them for $4995 + $250 for power amp version. ( https://audioaddiction.net.au/shop/trafomatic-premise) It comes with Electro Harmonix El84 tubes. 8 brand new Shuguang El84 for extra $50. Other tubes available. Full set of Psvane Reference, pre+power in luxury boxes for extra $200 (less than half price), Ei El84 (set of 8, Yugoslav made, my favorite $200) Comes in original box, with basic remote (volume control only). Happy to demo for local buyers. First photo is mine, other photos from Trafomatic Audio web site. For detailed specs check the link above. Postage for Australia $100. Pictures:

Item: Arcam FMJ A38 Integrated Amp Location: Sydney Price: $800 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Not needed Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: I bought this amp last week but in the meantime auditioned a few other amps and decided to move this one on. It is in fantastic condition with some very faint marks and only if you look up close. I don't think you will find another at this price point. Highly regarded integrated and was Arcams tip of the range. Heaps of reviews on the net. Comes with the remote control, power chord, manual and box. I prefer pick up but will also consider posting. I'll post pics later. Pictures:

Great sounding vintage amplifier looking for a new home. Product: Audiophile Denon PMA-100M integrated stereo amplifier. The Denon PMA-100M Amplifier has been introduced to offer audiophile sound quality with convenient microphone mixing capability. Based on a UK design and with a 100 Watt output, this amplifier is well suited for most background and foreground music installations as well as for budding home DJs. Five inputs are provided, including an unbalanced mic input with gain control and separate treble and bass controls. This stereo integrated amplifier delivers a tremendous level of dynamic punch without sacrificing detail or transparency. Product Identifiers The Denon PMA-100M amplifier delivers 60 watts per channel (8 ohm) and features include tone control. Electric power requirements: Input voltage: 230 V Input frequency: 50 Hz Specifications Denon PMA-100M amplifier: - Aux 1, Aux 2, CD, Tuner, Tape (Rec / Play), Speaker A + B, Tone Control - Power output: 60 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) - Frequency response: 10Hz to 80kHz - Total harmonic distortion: 0.1% - Input sensitivity: 0.6mV (mic), 150mV (line) - Signal to noise ratio: 55dB (mic), 95dB (line) - Speaker load impedance: 4Ω (minimum) - Dimensions (W x H x D): 434 x 120 x 286 mm - Weight: 5.6 kg *Pick up only, Balmain, Sydney

Purchased new from Simply HIFI 6 months ago. Minimal use 20-30 hours. (4 different amps in the same room) Just add speakers... RRP is $5495 Local sale preferred, but if no interest here... FREE shipping for Australia (via courier with tracking in original + extra box for protection). Link with description and specs: https://www.psaudio.com/products/stellar-strata/ Photos:

Item: Odyssey Cyclops Extreme Integrated Amplifier Location: Lara / Melbourne VIC Price: $900 Item Condition: Very good (see below) Reason for selling: No longer in use Payment Methods: Direct Deposit, Cash on pickup, Paypal (add %3) Extra Info: This is the 'Extreme' version of the Cyclops, with many upgraded parts. 110wpc. About 4 years old. You can read a review of the power amp version (called the Khartago) here: http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/tas-195-odyssey-audio-khartago-stereo-amplifier/ The Cyclops is a Khartago with a volume knob. I purchased this amplifier from Duckman at the end of 2014 and used it since then with a pair of Vivid Audio V1.5s. I was extremely happy with the combination but felt the need for a change. Duckman said the following: "I purchased this amplifier based on its reputation in the Head-Fi community as an excellent match for the Audeze LCD3 planar magnetic headphone, and have used it almost exclusively to run these headphones from the speaker taps. If you own an Audeze or one of the harder to drive Hifiman headphones, you won't be disappointed with this amp." "It is in very good cosmetic condition. However there is a spot on the rear where I removed a piece of adhesive felt from a replacement module sent to me by Klaus - the amp's builder - (the original module was noisy and was entirely replaced), and it has taken some of the finish off. The photo is a bit fuzzy, but you'll see it. The original cost including shipping was around $1800 USD." I'd prefer local pickup or I can deliver around the Melbourne area. Reluctant to post. Images:

Item: Rotel RSX-1056 AVR Location: Flemington, Vic Price: SOLD $250 Item Condition: Very good Reason for selling: Gone to much pricier pre and power amp Payment Method: Pickup only for now - Cash, Paypal (+3% unless friend transfer), bank transfer Extra Info: Why the cheeky 'super integrated' reference? Well, I think many people trying to put together a good sounding 2 channel or 2.1 channel system overlook older high-end AVRs. Where else can you get powerful, musical amps, subwoofer control and a pretty darn good Burr-Brown DAC for this price? Just run an optical cable from your TV and one from your cheap CD/DVD player, then use an RCA cable for your smartphone/laptop. All you need to do is add speakers for a great value sound system. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I think it looks quite handsome if you have the space. Standout features for me are: 2 x 100W into 8ohm (and don't forget the power supply is designed to support 5 channels at 75W) Subwoofer out, including ability to control crossover and levels 5 digital inputs (2 x optical, 3 x coax) I used this to run my Dynaudio Focus 160 when I first got them, which are quite difficult to drive (4ohm, 86dB) and it never lacked for control or volume. Includes original remote, but I prefer to use a universal remote such as a $30 Harmony. Pictures:

Up for sale two lots of Yamaha A-S201 Stereo integrated amps. They are a few months old, only been used for Atmos duties so practically they have not even been broken in properly. Excellent little amps. They are black come as new in box you won't know they've been used as usual with all my items for sale. Asking $299 each for a quick sale. http://www.hifi-review.com/152665-yamaha-a-s201.html