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Threshold T-50 vs Forte 4 ?

My local dealer has a used Threshold T-50 for sale at $700. There are occaisionally Forte 4's on Agon for $500 or less. Are these two essentially the same amps? Would they be a good match for my Spica T-60 speakers and a C-J pv10a pre-amp? Is $700 a good price for the Threshold and can it be serviced if neccessary? Sorry for so many questions in one thread. I appreciate any feedback.
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jmcgrogan2
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http://www.rsvlonline.net/vintageamp/default.htm

I own a T 400 and have never had any troubles. I think the price of $700 is very good, especially from a dealer. I'd go in that direction.

Good luck,
John
sean
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I've run Forte' 4's and 6's ( both use IGBT's ) on low efficiency 2 ohm speakers and throttled them. No problems what so ever.

Just remember this: He who hesitates is lost. You better snag it before someone else does. Sean
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battousai
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The price of the T-50 is definitely good.

However, since it's so cheap, I'll make sure to check with him any repair/mod history. I'd be suprised he doesn't know the true value of this amp. Does it come with manual/box? Do they look beat up? Just be careful.

I own a T-200 and never have any problems.
Yes, the IGBT tranistors aren't replacable.

Threshold is definitely back in business with services of previous models as well. Check out www.threshold-audio.com.

Hope this helps.
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