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Old Ampfiliers with new Processors

I confess my reason for the question is to save money.  New Ampfiliers are very expensive.  Procsssors change with the times and updates.  I'm interested ventage amps Carver , levinson and any other good Amp you could suggest. Whats the difference between a new amp 200 wpc and a ventage amp at 200 wpc.  Ventage amps are so much lighter in weight compared to new amps weighing 60 to 100 pounds. The ventage amp is to accompany a new processor.
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Go for it.  There are plenty of high quality "vintage" or just older amps that will work just fine with modern processors.  Just make sure the amp/amps you choose are in proper operating condition.  I have owned at least 30 outboard amplifiers and none newer than 12 years old at the time I purchased them and only 3 of them required any type of repairs.  I have been using an Acurus A200/A200X3 combo with my NAD T175HD pre/pro for about five years and they have been trouble free and I have had no reason to replace the Acurus.

As with any older/vintage electronics, if possible, have a qualified tech give it a once over before putting it into operation.

Bill
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