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integrated amplifier

  1. Tin Bird

    Cambridge Audio Edge A integrated amplifier

    Has anyone heard or seen a review of the new flagship integrated amplifier from Cambridge Audio? It is called the Edge A and it is beautiful looking for sure. Just wondering of anyone has heard one yet.
  2. audiodactic

    Pioneer SA-7500ii left chan distortion

    Hi, everyone. I decided to start an account here because I'd find myself here anyway when I would search for audio advice online. But see here's the thing guys/gals... I work at a record store and repair shop. The owner is a cool guy but the tech is reluctant... excuse me, refusing to teach me...
  3. Soun!

    BC-ACOUSTIQUE - terra incognita?

    Dear experts::) I have never heard of this brand which has recently celebrated its 20th anniversary (best-kept secret?). They design their electronics in-house in France, outsourcing all production to China (global trend nowadays?).;) One of their integrated amplifiers, the EX-362D, has...
  4. Soun!

    NEC A-910 vs. Denon PMA-900V vs. Luxman L-410: who wins?

    Hello everybody!:) The above integrated amps just popped up locally. I've heard they have a sweet sound, but wanted to know if they are truly musical pieces… Not going on wattage here, just which one is the better sounding (especially in the BASS department: I love organ music) of the three.:)...
  5. chasaboo

    Denon PMA-390RE Japan Market

    Hello gentlemen, longtime, longtime. You might remember me back in the day, I was big into older solid state receivers and integrated amps. I've been very happy with a Kenwood integrated amp for years now, and a couple of months ago I was wondering if I could buy something new for about $500...
  6. Greg S.

    Looking for a great dual-voltage vintage (?) integrated amp <$500

    Hi, My Pioneer SX-828 needs repair, so I'm taking the opportunity to scout out a replacement vintage integrated amp. I didn't use the tuner and I like the clean aesthetics of integrated amps. I loved the sound of my Dual 1219 turntable with the 828, so I figured vintage was the way to go, but...
  7. Wess

    Sansui 5900z vs kenwood ka-8300 w pl-530

    Hi guys, First time posting to AK, but very useful discussions on equipment. I was wondering if anyone could provide me with some insight on my equipment. Currently I have a sansui 5900z, kenwood ka-8300 and pioneer pl-530. Also trying to see which is the better receiver the sansui or my...
  8. W

    Rotel RA-1212 phono stage?

    Hi Guys I have an option on a newly refurbed RA-1212 - mint condition. Realty beautiful. I am all about vinyl so an opinion on the phono stage is very important - it is a long distance purchase so an audition is not possible - have been searching for ages to no avail.......anyone owned one /...
  9. peterock

    Airport Express DAC or integrated amplifier DAC

    I was all ready to get a PS Audio Sprout as my solution for a compact integrated amplifier to connect my Technics SL-QL1 (MM, no preamp) record player and Airport Express (MC414LL/A) to my Wharfedale Denton 80th Anniversary speakers, when I noticed the Sprout doesn't have an optical S/PDIF...
  10. Black.Audio.Co

    Need advice on a Kenwood LA 1 Integrated amplifier

    In The Never Ending Quest for better Sound...... I have the option for a mint Kenwood LA 1 with the following specs: (Pics from the internet) and a reasonable price. Power output: 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) stable to 4 ohms Frequency response: 3Hz to 100kHz Total harmonic...
  11. bdmcn71

    Onkyo Integra M-5030 + Pre-amp P-3030

    Hello all! Looking for feedback and info on my setup. I'm torn whether or not to swap out for all-in-one vintage Marantz or stay put. Your opinions and feedback are certainly welcome. I need guidance! I have this combo: Onkyo Integra Power Amp M-5030 and Pre-amp P-3030. Also, an ADS P2...
  12. MBuras

    Sony TA-1150 Build Thread

    So normally I work on Marantz, Pioneer & Sansui gear but this little integrated has good looks and came at a good price so what the heck. There's not a lot of information out there on this amp so I thought I would contribute what I can by documenting the boards as I work through it. First...
  13. Ed Dumas

    Service Manual Question

    I am doing some rebuilding of a couple of great old Technics amps and therefore reading through the parts lists in the service manuals. I notice in the parts lists that some items are printed in bold face, whereas others in the same list are not. When it comes to the caps list, I see that all of...
  14. E

    Anyone heard the Acurus Aries integrated amp?

    Hello everyone. This is my very first post, although I've done much reading this past few days through this forum, it has been very educational. I am in the process of acquiring my first ''hi-fi'' system. I am upgrading from a pair of Polk bookshelf speakers and an inherited Sansui receiver...
  15. dyche01

    Help with 1180DC problems!

    Dear Marantz community. I have been struggling with an intermittent channel on my trusty old Marantz 1180DC. I did my best to track down the problem but I was spending too much time on it so I turned it over to a professional (old school) repair shop here in the Bay Area. After several weeks...
  16. TedNeu

    Rotel Amp (used) gets really warm...what to do?

    I bought a ROTEL INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER RA-960BX earlier in 2016. This is a model from the late 1990's. It has a small chassis so maybe it doesn't distribute heat too well. When I received the amp it was quite dirty inside. The controls were scratchy and the sound was in/out/on/off. After...
  17. Yamaha A-S2000 Integrated Amplifier

    Yamaha A-S2000 Integrated Amplifier

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  18. Yamaha A-S2100 Integrated Amplifier

    Yamaha A-S2100 Integrated Amplifier

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  19. guiller

    Mastersound 300B S.E. integrated amplifier

    Are there any AKers who own or have heard this integrated amp? http://www.stereophile.com/integratedamps/208mast/#xAZqHdiuYzY35jmL.97
  20. B

    anyone heard the Schiit Ragnarok??

    Hi everyone. I've read a review and a few threads online regarding the Schiit Ragnarok Integrated. The one review I read was a little overly enthusiastic which I'm taking as a grain of salt.. and many of the threads seem to rip the company apart without actually listening to their products...
  21. Leestereo

    Leestereo's Restoration & Upgrade of a Rotel RA-970BX

    On the bench for restoration and upgrade is a Rotel RA-970BX integrated amplifier. Although consensus is relatively rare in the audio press, the RA-970BX has managed to garner praise in the Stereophile Recommended Components list, the HiFi World Buying Guide and What HiFi? magazine; it is also...
  22. The Gryphon

    Rotel Amplifier Fan Club

    I notice that Rotel amps are not have their merits discussed here on AK .....so I thought it was time to start a thread I run a Rotem RC 960 BX pre amp and two mono block RB 850 ( bridged ) and have done for around 25 years I love the sound , it is clear detailed and very neutral to my...
  23. Dtripp83

    Please help!! What should be my next purchase

    Hello all, I am new to audiokarma and just got into vinyl in the last 2 years. Currently my system is a pioneer pl 630 with shure sc35c cartridge, Polk RTiA1 speakers, SMSL SA- 50 amplifier and behringer PP400 preamp. Music of choice is mostly old rock, early punk, synth pop and a little 90s...
  24. macman007

    Marantz 1200 (Not B) Freshening Up...Consensus..

    Hello folks, getting ready to take my 1200 offline for some maintenance and tuning. Its been on the bench once for relay board caps and diodes back in '09, along with Deoxit and Faderlube, the normal stuff. Now on it's 46th birthday I'd like to do something special. Catrafter and I spoke and he...
  25. Worthy_Wax

    Yamaha CR- 600?

    I have an opportunity to buy a Yamaha CR-600. it is in 8/10 cosmetic condition, the only issue is that the cabin has been refinished in black. The gentleme offered to give it to me for $80.00 but I am hesitant because I was unsure if it would be an upgrade on my Realistic STA-90 as far as...
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