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Mike Lindsey

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I recently sold my Scott 299D and am in the market for a modest priced ($250) integrated amp or receiver for a 2-ch system for my apt in VA. I only have one source (Denon 3910) and the speakers are Decorator Heresy's. I do not require a lot of power due to apt living, but would still like the quality to be decent at lower listening levels.

I had an HK-730 that I liked a lot, and now have a Luxman LV-117 driving a pair of KP-201's in the Florida home (which I love btw), and might be looking for something along those lines. The 3910 does not play Blu-Rays (only DVD's and CD's), and therefore really don't see the need for having digital/hdmi inputs, but won't rule anything out either.

Again, I'm not trying to break the bank. Just looking for a quality unit that I can enjoy watching movies and listening to CD's with. Apt is located in northern VA.

Thanks,

Mike

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I recently sold my Scott 299D and am in the market for a modest priced ($250) integrated amp or receiver for a 2-ch system for my apt in VA. I only have one source (Denon 3910) and the speakers are Decorator Heresy's. I do not require a lot of power due to apt living, but would still like the quality to be decent at lower listening levels.

I had an HK-730 that I liked a lot, and now have a Luxman LV-117 driving a pair of KP-201's in the Florida home (which I love btw), and might be looking for something along those lines. The 3910 does not play Blu-Rays (only DVD's and CD's), and therefore really don't see the need for having digital/hdmi inputs, but won't rule anything out either.

Again, I'm not trying to break the bank. Just looking for a quality unit that I can enjoy watching movies and listening to CD's with. Apt is located in northern VA.

Thanks,

Mike

Mike,

Glad to hear you still are enjoying the Luxman.

Take a look at one of these Onkyo TX-8050 network stereo receivers. I have the Integra version(DTM-40.4) that I just love driving my Heresys. It replaced my beloved Luxman R-117 that I sold to another forum member and I could not be more pleased. I love everything about it. I never thought anything would sound close to the Luxman with the Heresys but I was wrong. I would say that the sound quality of the Integra/Heresy combo is about 95% of the Luxman/Heresy combo but with less headroom(80w/ch Integra vs 160w/ch Luxman).

I might even say that the imaging is even better with the Integra. Very 3-dimensional sound. The Integra has network capabilities with audio streaming from a SMART device or PC/laptop, both wired and wireless(additional wireless dongle seperate).

http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKTX8050/Onkyo-TX-8050-2-Channel-Network-Stereo-Receiver/1.html

with

http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/ONKUWF1A/Onkyo-UWF-1-Wireless-USB-Network-Adapter-NEW/1.html

As you probably know, A4Less is right up the road in Apopka.

I turned Kimba(rennoc442) on to one also.

Bill

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I have a very nice Denon PMA 2000R Integrated amp. It's a really nice amp but I have been in the mode of paring down everything but what I absolutely am using. This amp is a true dual mono design with seperate power supplies, etc and the build quality is quite good.

I believe the output is 80 wpc @ 8 ohms and 160 wpc @ 4 ohms (as I understand it that's a good thing).

I'd like to get $400 for it. I am at work and don't have pictures but there are quite a few on the internet. My unit is black.

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I have a very nice Denon PMA 2000R Integrated amp. It's a really nice amp but I have been in the mode of paring down everything but what I absolutely am using. This amp is a true dual mono design with seperate power supplies, etc and the build quality is quite good.

I believe the output is 80 wpc @ 8 ohms and 160 wpc @ 4 ohms (as I understand it that's a good thing).

I'd like to get $400 for it. I am at work and don't have pictures but there are quite a few on the internet. My unit is black.

If Mike passes on that beast, I may just consider it(wife's blessing needed first).

Bill

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I have a very nice Denon PMA 2000R Integrated amp. It's a really nice amp but I have been in the mode of paring down everything but what I absolutely am using. This amp is a true dual mono design with seperate power supplies, etc and the build quality is quite good.

I believe the output is 80 wpc @ 8 ohms and 160 wpc @ 4 ohms (as I understand it that's a good thing).

I'd like to get $400 for it. I am at work and don't have pictures but there are quite a few on the internet. My unit is black.

If Mike passes on that beast, I may just consider it(wife's blessing needed first).

Bill

That's a great amp, and one that I've wanted to own for quite some time... B)

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I have a Harmon Kardon HK-3490 2 Channel AV receiver (120 wpc) in brand new condition with all original packaging. Barely used at all and sounds fantastic with Klipsch speakers. Remote and accessories not even opened.

$275.00 + shipping. ($449.00 new)

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Mike - I have a very nice, fully functional HK 730, if you would like to return to that. I am sure I could get it to you in Florida shipped for well under $250. My asking price is $175. You can check on preferred shipping costs. I used the HK for a couple of years after having it serviced by an HK certified tech in 2008. Since then I have moved to other electronics. I'll attach a couple of photos. I can send better ones, if you like. Jeff

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I have a HK-630 or a HK-730 i you are interested. $125 a pop for either one. I am moving and really dont want to lug the items around. Moving from DC to Salt Lake so it's a distance if doing the move on one's own.

I also have the following ready to box up if anyone is interested.

everything has been rebuilt and tested.

2 ea H.H. Scott 99A Mono Amps $150. ea

1 ea H.H. Scott 99C Mono Amp $175.

1 ea. H. H. Scott 222A (rebilt by NOS Valves) $300.

1 ea EICO ST-70 (rebuilt by NOS Valves) $475.

1 ea Fisher 500 C (rebuilt by Terry DeWick)

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I have a very nice Denon PMA 2000R Integrated amp. It's a really nice amp but I have been in the mode of paring down everything but what I absolutely am using. This amp is a true dual mono design with seperate power supplies, etc and the build quality is quite good.

I believe the output is 80 wpc @ 8 ohms and 160 wpc @ 4 ohms (as I understand it that's a good thing).

I'd like to get $400 for it. I am at work and don't have pictures but there are quite a few on the internet. My unit is black.

Do you still have the remote? How about the original box and manual?

Mike

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Have to ask, why did you sell your Scott amp? I find it's a match made in heaven with the Klipsch Heritage speakers. Did it put off too much heat for your room?

I just never played the Scott that much in the apt. When I'm at home in FL, I love futzing with my tube gear and vinyl, but in DC I just want to turn something on, throw in a cd and forget it. It was a nice match, but I'm looking for something thats simple to use and doesn't take any time to warm up.

Mike

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I have a very nice Denon PMA 2000R Integrated amp. It's a really nice amp but I have been in the mode of paring down everything but what I absolutely am using. This amp is a true dual mono design with seperate power supplies, etc and the build quality is quite good.

I believe the output is 80 wpc @ 8 ohms and 160 wpc @ 4 ohms (as I understand it that's a good thing).

I'd like to get $400 for it. I am at work and don't have pictures but there are quite a few on the internet. My unit is black.

Do you still have the remote? How about the original box and manual?

Mike

Mike,

I do have the remote but not the original box/manual. I will send you some pictures if you like. I'm in South Carolina, not sure of you come up I-95 when you make the trek but I could meet you along the way.

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