dwillie Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Looking for a Harman Kardon HK-730 in decent condition. I've heard good things about this receiver, especially on this forum, and I'd like to hear what all the fuss is about. Comments are welcome. Message me through P.M. or comment here. Thanks, dwillie. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Be sure to consider others in that X30 line as well, including the 430 and 930. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 What speakers are you going use with it? And what's your location? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 I had a 730 paired up with forte IIs a dozen years ago or so. I think I paid about $150 on eBay. Just needed a little deoxit on the volume and balance and that was it. Sounded fantastic. I wish I still had it, considering what they're going for nowadays. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 If you don't need preouts the 430 is just as nice. Not sure of the budget but if you can swing it look at their Citation gear while you're looking around. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwillie Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 7 hours ago, jimjimbo said: Be sure to consider others in that X30 line as well, including the 430 and 930. Thanks for the comment jimjimbo. I have heard nice things said about the entire HK line of that era, including 430 and 930. I definitely want pre-outs, and it just seems to me from what I'm hearing, the 730 is the sweet spot. True in your mind? I know you've owned a few of these. dwillie 3 hours ago, jason str said: If you don't need preouts the 430 is just as nice. Not sure of the budget but if you can swing it look at their Citation gear while you're looking around. Thanks for your comments jason. Pre-outs are important to me, and over the years I've gotten used to having them. Nice to add different amps in and out of the line up for a little variety now and then. I have never even seen a Citation set-up, but have heard it is at the top of this era's pyramid. I'm open to the idea, where would you begin to look for the Citation Series ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwillie Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 7 hours ago, Woofers and Tweeters said: What speakers are you going use with it? And what's your location? Hello Woofers and Tweeters. Thanks for commenting. Right now I am using La Scala's and/or Quartets in my listening room. I like to go back and forth between the two sets just for a little change. These are controlled by Rotel integrated and outboard DAC, and Emotiva power. I basically stream or use CD's old school style. I am in the Chicagoland area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 25 minutes ago, dwillie said: I definitely want pre-outs, and it just seems to me from what I'm hearing, the 730 is the sweet spot. True in your mind? Yes sir. Good luck with your search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 2 hours ago, dwillie said: Right now I am using La Scala's and/or Quartets in my listening room. I asked because some speakers are more power hungry, such as the Legend and Epic series. Your LaScala will be a great match. After several people on here telling me that I need to try one, I scored a 730 on an auction site. It's been played on Khorns, Heresy, a couple of RB series and is now making the Belles sing. Like you, I want to capitalize on the pre outs and have a Dynaco 70 that I want to use with the HK. Another one you might look for and like is a Tandberg. The 2075 and 2080 have pre outs.. Good luck on your search 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 Unfortunately, on a 730 or a 930 by utilizing the pre-outs, you are actually not using the best part of the HK. The amplifier section is what really shines not necessarily the preamplifier. The pre-amplifier is fine, not great but not bad, but the amplifier section is what makes these units really stand out for their channel separation and clarity. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted May 26, 2020 Share Posted May 26, 2020 25 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: Unfortunately, on a 730 or a 930 by utilizing the pre-outs, you are actually not using the best part of the HK. The amplifier section is what really shines not necessarily the preamplifier. The pre-amplifier is fine, not great but not bad, but the amplifier section is what makes these units really stand out for their channel separation and clarity. I didn't know that. I'll have to try something different. So, what you're saying is that dwillie might be as well off to grab a 430 and enjoy it until a 730 follows him home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewg Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 @dwillie I’m in the Chicagoland area and have both the 430 and 730. If you want to hear them, let me know and I can bring it over so you can hear. I’m in Naperville. Where are you? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 7 minutes ago, Drewg said: @dwillie I’m in the Chicagoland area and have both the 430 and 730. If you want to hear them, let me know and I can bring it over so you can hear. I’m in Naperville. Where are you? wow - both of you and the OP are in Chicago -----good luck ---with the sale ---- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 5 minutes ago, RANDYH said: wow - both of you and the OP are in Chicago -----good luck ---with the sale ---- don't think that Drew was actually offering anything for sale.....could be wrong.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 25 minutes ago, Woofers and Tweeters said: I didn't know that. I'll have to try something different. So, what you're saying is that dwillie might be as well off to grab a 430 and enjoy it until a 730 follows him home? 730s are not all that unusual, but getting a bit more scarce. Holding out for a 730 or a 930 would be the way to go...., IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 8 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: don't think that Drew was actually offering anything for sale.....could be wrong.... or right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofers and Tweeters Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 24 minutes ago, jimjimbo said: 730s are not all that unusual, but getting a bit more scarce. Holding out for a 730 or a 930 would be the way to go...., IMO. I would like to AB the one I have (stock, tired, needing refreshed) to the one you bought back from Jason. Do you have it playing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwillie Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 2 hours ago, Drewg said: @dwillie I’m in the Chicagoland area and have both the 430 and 730. If you want to hear them, let me know and I can bring it over so you can hear. I’m in Naperville. Where are you? Hey Drewg. What a great offer. We're close too, I'm in De Kalb/Sycamore. How do you feel about the 430 vs 730? Do you hear much difference between the two? Are most people running these stock or does a rebuild seem justified? Hope we can work something out Drewg. Thanks for jumping in. dwillie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwillie Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 1 hour ago, Woofers and Tweeters said: I would like to AB the one I have (stock, tired, needing refreshed) to the one you bought back from Jason. Do you have it playing? I agree. An A/B comparison would be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 I most certainly do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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