akeswick81 Posted August 2, 2021 Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) Further information: I bought this as new-old stock about a year ago from https://www.smarthomes.com.au/ It has performed admirably and without issue. Updating to Atmos surround sound has demanded changes to my system. So, I bid farewell to this marvelous piece of amp! Ideal if you’re running a seven (7) channel setup plus subwoofer/s. It’d also work for height speakers (x4 or x6) in an atmos set up or even as a five (5) channel amp with two channels spare. I have enjoyed the sound of the Cary very much. The front sound stage has been accurate and wide and the imaging in the rears has been so wonderfully deceptive that it has made me question the need for height channels. It provides such a vast soundscape! What can I say? Upgraditis…it’s a sickness. Will I ever reach absolute satisfaction with this hobby? Here are a couple of good reviews: https://hometheaterreview.com/cary-audio-design-model-7125-power-amplifier-reviewed/ https://www.soundandvision.com/preampprocessors/cary_audio_cinema_11a_surround_processor_and_model_7125_amplifier I no longer have the original box. The manual, which includes specifications, is available in PDF format via the manufacturer’s website link below: https://www.caryaudio.com/product-support/model-7-125/ This item weighs just shy of 25 kg, so pick up is preferred. I’m happy to deliver it personally if you live within about 100 km of postcode 3064, now that I can drive further than 5 km from my home again! Hehehehe. Photos of the actual item while turned on are included below. Stock photos are for reference. The front Cary logo can be run bright, dim or off altogether by toggling the switch at the back. I’m not venturing to pull this beast out of my rack unless it’s sold or until I have a replacement! Donation to the amazing stereonet forum, if sold here. Love this space! Photos: Edited August 2, 2021 by akeswick81 4
akeswick81 Posted August 2, 2021 Author Posted August 2, 2021 Aww. Thanks for the likes, folks! Whatta community!!
akeswick81 Posted August 2, 2021 Author Posted August 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Andy said: Not many 7 channels real stuff around. GLWTS True. Thanks, Andy!
Andy :) Posted August 2, 2021 Posted August 2, 2021 My rule of thumb, machine input rating or fuse rating must greater than total rated output divided by 80%. This machine is rated at 1200W or fused with 6.3A @ 220v; and total rated output is 7x125w; 875w with 80% efficiency which is circa 1100w (required). I reckon the spec is telling the truth. 1
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