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Anyone compared AR HD 220 to Accuphase P-7000?


I am trying to pick a more musical power amp to replace a ML 334 in my main system. Narrowed it (currently, anyway) to 2 very different possibilities - the AR HD 220 and the Accuphase P-7000. The rest of the system consists of AR REF3, AR CD7, ML 390S, SF Auditor Ms, and a REL B-2. Any thoughts or other suggestions?

As always, thank you in advance!
4musica44107
chucktone
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Have you considered an AR VS115? I love how it sounds with a REF 3 and CD7.
In a head to head comparison with the HD 220 the 115 was clearly a winner for me. Certainly sounded more musical to me. Another option to consider.
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dave_b
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Please go with the VS115...I had the same gear with the HD220...the amp sucks and should be pulled from the market. Nice of the press to give ARC a pass, isn't it!
4musica44107 OP
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Thanks to Chucktone and Dave_b for your comments. I am auditioning the HD220 at home this week. It is superior (as expected) to the ML 334 in every way.

Dave_b - Could you please tell me specifically why you feel the HD220 "sucks". I have not yet heard the VS115 but so far, I am liking what I am hearing with the HD220. Of course, that is in relation to the ML 334.
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