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Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Mattkimb96- The Ayre V-1XE looks like a great amp. But I think the McCormackDNA500/Krell300Cx would be better for that amount of cash($9000). Loudandclear- Interesting design. Does's anybody out there have any of there amps?! The Z500s amp has a B... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Thanks for the replies/info! Still no killer amp!!I came very close and might still purchase (for the next 5 years atleast!) a pair of Classe CAM-200 monoblocks! Here is the ad and a review:http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstran&11390... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Well I still haven't bought the Classe! The dealer told me that I could get a demo for $4000. Still debating!Fplanner2000- I'm still looking at a DNA500 used for $3500. Being 500watts vs 200watts, I'm sure it’s MUCH more dynamic than the Classe! T... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
THANK YOU EVERYONE AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!TO BE CONTINUED TOMORROW.... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Sdrconsultant- I would love to try a Goldmund but way to expensive. There low priced stuff is digital-no thank you. As for the Plinius, too big and hot! If I lived in Alaska, no problem.Plato- The newest version (9.02) I have heard is very good. B... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
I do have one question though about the Classe Delta series. Why is there not a more powerful 2 channel amp the the CA-2200?! There was the CA-301 & CA-401 before. Besides the CA-M400 monos. Is it because it more HT oriented or the new Delta a... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Brianmgrarcom- Please tell me more about your system and what your feelings are on the Classe CA2200?! I have a space that is: 12"Hx25W". I think the CA2200 will fit and run perfect in there at the bottom of my A/V Billy Bags rack(22"Hx72"W). My o... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Audiokinesis- Thanks for the info. I understand that the Classe runs class-A according to load. Meaning if not pushed it dosen't get to warm. Besides, a little heat doesn't bother me! Plus as Ghostrider45 states: 'Studio Grand ribbons are a pretty... 
Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
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Ultimate Amplifier for the next 20 Years
Warnerwh-thanks for the reply. I have actually have owned in the past both the RM40's & Innersound amp. The only reason I sold the speakers is the Apogee's! Regarding the amp I bought it when I had a pair of Siverline speakers. It sounded to d... 
speakers with Ebony finish
Check out Meadowlark Audio. I have five Petrel's in real Ebony veneer that look awesome. I want to keep two of them. I might consider selling the other three. Let me know if you are interested.