The classe processor is still one of the top pre/pros. The problem with Theater is that it never stops evolving...I have the CT-SSP same as the SSP-800 which I bought a few years back..it replaced my first pre/pro A Marantz AV-8003 also an excellent pre/pro for the money. Anyway mine does not pass 3D, does not have an audio return channel and of course only decodes DTS Master Audio and Dolby True HD...NOT Atmos or DTX etc. As the newer products include the newer technology it does devalue the older products...however, at this point in my HT, I don't need those features so I look at it as an opportunity to acquire one of the best pre/pros for a great price...That's my 2 cents
Classe SSP
Folks,
I don't know if anyone else notice the trend, lately there is a flood of Classe gear on A'gon. Especially SSP-800, don't know what the heck is going on with the brand.
Once highly reputed and sought after, now readily available on used market. IMO, the delta series has taken a step backwards with Chinese manufacturing and 'ICE' tunnel technology being used in M600 and CA-2300 amps. I have done A/B comparison, and they don't sound nowhere as good as old Delta amps (no issues with top and mid range but low end is simply flat).
I am just looking for some insight on the brand trend in the used market and ridiculous resale.
As a long time owner of Classe, it's sad to see the current affairs of the brand.
I don't know if anyone else notice the trend, lately there is a flood of Classe gear on A'gon. Especially SSP-800, don't know what the heck is going on with the brand.
Once highly reputed and sought after, now readily available on used market. IMO, the delta series has taken a step backwards with Chinese manufacturing and 'ICE' tunnel technology being used in M600 and CA-2300 amps. I have done A/B comparison, and they don't sound nowhere as good as old Delta amps (no issues with top and mid range but low end is simply flat).
I am just looking for some insight on the brand trend in the used market and ridiculous resale.
As a long time owner of Classe, it's sad to see the current affairs of the brand.