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Classic High-End Gear

joe_tex said:
I truly believe that all TOTL receivers from the latter 70's are basically equal to each other. Some have a particular signature sound, but they are all, collectively, excellent examples of analog audio engineering, never to be replicated. I am particularly impressed with the Nikko NR-1415 and Hitachi SR-2004 and Fisher RS-1080. Yes, I do own a Pioneer SX-1250 and Marantz 2385, among others. These are, collectively, the pinnacles of analog stereo audio.
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You left out the Yamaha VFET amps. In particular, the B-1 & B-2.
 
I like my Pioneer SX-1980, I agree the Hitachi SR-2004 is the monster receiver sleeper almost no one credits with being good as it truly is. I love my Rotel RA-1412. I love my Sansui G-9000. I have two Pioneer SX-1250's they too are awesome. Another fun receiver is the Pioneer SX-D7000 flouroscan digital unit. I had mine totally restored with all its lights and systems working it is a thing of beauty to behold. I love my Marantz 2330B another under appreciated gem in my opinion. Finally the Pioneer SX-1280 is pretty and powerful. I love them all. Most of all I am happy my collections are complete. I have NOTHING LEFT TO BUY!
 
joe_tex said:
I truly believe that all TOTL receivers from the latter 70's are basically equal to each other. Some have a particular signature sound, but they are all, collectively, excellent examples of analog audio engineering, never to be replicated. I am particularly impressed with the Nikko NR-1415 and Hitachi SR-2004 and Fisher RS-1080. Yes, I do own a Pioneer SX-1250 and Marantz 2385, among others. These are, collectively, the pinnacles of analog stereo audio.
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The Wolf agrees 100%. Thanks for your response.
 
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joe_tex said:
I truly believe that all TOTL receivers from the latter 70's are basically equal to each other. Some have a particular signature sound, but they are all, collectively, excellent examples of analog audio engineering, never to be replicated. I am particularly impressed with the Nikko NR-1415 and Hitachi SR-2004 and Fisher RS-1080. Yes, I do own a Pioneer SX-1250 and Marantz 2385, among others. These are, collectively, the pinnacles of analog stereo audio.
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I know that many people here do not own multiple vintage TOTL receivers. It is expensive. I apologize to those who have not owned or listened to some of lesser known receivers I listed in my post. Just to point out that there are great receivers out there that are not Pioneer, Marantz or Sansui.
joe_tex said:
I truly believe that all TOTL receivers from the latter 70's are basically equal to each other. Some have a particular signature sound, but they are all, collectively, excellent examples of analog audio engineering, never to be replicated. I am particularly impressed with the Nikko NR-1415 and Hitachi SR-2004 and Fisher RS-1080. Yes, I do own a Pioneer SX-1250 and Marantz 2385, among others. These are, collectively, the pinnacles of analog stereo audio.
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Not so quick.If you do a search here at AK you will see that the Fisher was given the title of best ever receiver by an AK member twenty years ago.

Amended list of 150+ wpc receivers!

Ok, last post on this thread tonight - anybody have a JCX-2900k service manual that I could buy a copy of? Mine works, but none of the tone controls have any effect on the sound...gotta get around to fixing it and comparing it to the RS-1080. My 1980 Hi Fi Annual shows only the JCX-2900k...
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Back to the superior performance of separate components. Receivers need not apply, but thanks for asking for admittance.

is there a brand where the receiver performs better than the companies separates? Top separates vs. top receivers?
 
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Just got one of these to restore, need another three for a retro 3-way speaker project, supposedly no added distortion, I'm gonna use them for the mids, and treble. Luxman AS-10.

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JVC QL-Y5F with a AT12S Cart with an original shibata stylus. I also run it with a Denon 103. Great turntable, I also have a Technics Sl MA1 but prefer the JVC.
 
triple20 said:
Since I last posted in this thread almost 3 years ago,I have made some upgrades to my system.
I think my whole system pretty much fits the criteria for type of gear for this thread.
Micro Seiki DD 40
McIntosh MR 78
McIntosh C32
McIntosh MC 2250
JBL L150A

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If your amp generates a lot of heat, which this one probably does, you need to put it on top of the rack. Maybe put the turntable on a separate table to the side. Otherwise, you'll burn that amp up. I have a Yamaha B-2, and that is my cardinal rule for placement.

Also, I hope you're not in earthquake country.
 
triple20 said:
Since I last posted in this thread almost 3 years ago,I have made some upgrades to my system.
I think my whole system pretty much fits the criteria for type of gear for this thread.
Micro Seiki DD 40
McIntosh MR 78
McIntosh C32
McIntosh MC 2250
JBL L150A

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Oh yeah this here is the very definition of SWEET in Audiophile quality gear. Congrats you dun did well!
 
My apologies if I already posted it, Guys :rolleyes:... My Classic High End Audio Gear is :

Tubes :

Audio Research SP3A1 preamp + D76 power amp.

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Solid State :

ACCUPHASE E-560 integrated amp + extension cards DAC50 (dac) & AD50 (phono).

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McIntosh C712 preamp + MC7100 power amp.

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Turntable :

TECHNICS SL-1200G.

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CD Player :

Marantz CD-80, under a NAD 114 preamp and a YAMAHA CD-S300 (not High-End).

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Speakers :

Only If a pair of MAGNEPAN SMGb (extreme L and R) and a pair of KLIPSCH HERESY I (background) are considered High-End...

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KarinS said:
If your amp generates a lot of heat, which this one probably does, you need to put it on top of the rack. Maybe put the turntable on a separate table to the side. Otherwise, you'll burn that amp up. I have a Yamaha B-2, and that is my cardinal rule for placement.

Also, I hope you're not in earthquake country.
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Nope,not in earthquake country.
Not concerned with heat,I have a small fan keeping the amp cool when in use. It works real well.
 
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