2. amps-preamps
  3. 1146745734

Audiophile multi-channel amp?

I'm looking for a really good sounding mulichannel amp that first and foremost sounds good for music, but will also be used for HT as well. I'm currently using a Outlaw Model-755 which is pretty good, but I'm looking to upgrade.

My budget is $2500, five or seven channels O.K. I realize at this price range I'll more than likely have to buy used.

Associate equipment: Naim CD5i, Sony NS999ES DVDP, Arcam AVP-700 pre-processor, Energy Veritas 2.3i speakers.

Recommendations?
jack_dotson
9 responses Add your response
maril555
619 posts
 
Butler 5150
coxhaus
231 posts
 
Krell Showcase 5 used on Audiogon. Great little amp.
redcarskyline
8 posts
 
Try the Usher Multi-channel amp. I have one and I'm well pleased with it's sound and performance.
ckorody
643 posts
 
Look at the B&K amps - the 505 and 507 are very good.

Also the Arcam is universally acclaimed
rkeman
66 posts
 
Try a Theta Dreadnaught or Intrepid. Great sound and build quality. Good luck!
metro04
222 posts
 

Amongst those mentioned, plus Pass Labs X5, or even two X3's. Some even buy multiple decent stereo amps, thus obtaining even better internal components and sound. No obligation to purchase all three amps at once, with the third unit being attained with future funding. Same with speakers. Pace yourself and save for "desired" components. Although, there are several wonderful "multi's" to choose from.

Good luck,
Ag insider logo xs@2x
mattkimb96
107 posts
 
Second the Theta Dreadnaught one. Gives a host of stand alone two channel amplifiers a real run for the money. Not sure you can find one for $2,500 but for not much beyond your budget you'll be getting some killer two channel, (musical) performance.
unclejeff
1,313 posts
 
Some of the slightly older McIntosh amps are a real steal here on audiogon.
wadia150's avatar
wadia150
85 posts
 
classe cav 150
Log in to respond
More to discover
80x80
Boulder 2110 Preamplifier
80x80
Luxman CL-38uC
80x80
Wave Kinetics Deluxe Phonostage