rockbobmel Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 My next step is a 200 WPC power amp. I will prolly get it used. Price is an issue. My system for 2 channel is: Arcam CD72 player> Rotel RSP-985> ??????P.Amp> RF-7s. I have an Arcam 100WPC mosfet amp (Nice sweet highs/mids, lows tight but thin) and a Rotel RB976 - 6x 60 or 3 x 150WPC (slower, but nice bass, highs/mids not as clear as Arcam) I am thinking a Rotel RB 1080? How about NAD? B&K? Sunfire? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazytubepower Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 What exactly is your budget? For about $1000 you can run mono mcintosh mc 2100's. That would be sexy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwinr Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 NAD only make one stereo power amp at the moment, being the C272. It features 220 watts per channel. Absolute Sound posted a positive review of this amplifier in their May 2004 issue. Rotel offer several stereo power amps. The RC1070 features 130 watts per channel, the RC1080 - 200 watts, and the RC1090 380 watts. I have never compared the Rotel and the NAD power amps directly together. My brother used to own the RB1090. This is one scary amplifier. Every time he turned the amplifier on, the lights dimmed. It sounded pretty good too. But the value for money pick should go with the RB1080. 200 watts per channel and nearly reference sound - it has to be a good choice. Edit: The RC prefix I used for the Rotel power amps should read RB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazytubepower Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Imo stay away from nad, I have heard nad with klipsch and it just doesnt sound good. NAD=Noise and Distortion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frzninvt Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Well I have NAD AV Pre/Pro and I certainly don't get any noise or distortion so what do you base your opinion on, the one NAD amplifier you heard!!! I thought you would enjoy noise and distortion since you using low level tube amplification. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedball Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 It's amazing the difference in sound heard between the amps isn't it? Try them all and see what you think.........[8-|] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joessportster Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 i was using a couple phase linear model 400 amps with klipsch and i thought they sounded very respectable, im sure the flame linear jab will come out but that was a product of people using the amps for commercial use and as instrument amps that they were never intended for. the amp is 200 wpc. and can be had in the 400.00 range in ebay Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjgeraci Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Bob, I still have my Rotel 1080 for sale here in the forum. I will bump the thread so you can see the details. I was getting ready to list it on Audiogon or Ebay after the holidays but would rather have a forum member grab it. A veteran forum member, Sheltie Dave ("veteran" is a compliment) has heard it on my former RF-7s, and it is a great amp for those speakers. I originally listed it in here for $675 but now would be willing to part with it for $650 - just to save on the hassle of putting it up on the 'gon or ebay. Let me know if you are interested. pmessage me or email me at multistate1@hotmail.com. Carl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stan krajewski Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Hafler DH-500. I had one with Klipsch KLF-20's. The lay back presentation mated extremely well with the horns. THe bass was awesome.They run about $250-400 on Ebay/Audiogon. They do have a fan that I could hear during extemely low musical passages. It was not distracting and I had to strain to be aware of it. If you listen to rock, it won't be an issue. That fan probably makes them one of the most durable and long lasting amps ever made. Built like a tank! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurch Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Based on the used prices for the amps you list, I would look at the B&K, Aragon 4004, or McCormack DNA-1 for a ~200 watt amp in the $600-900 range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunnysal Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 You could look at the Carver Pro ZR-1000 or ZR-1600 for that price level. BUT it seems to me that 200watts is too much for that baby, what size room are you running these in? regards, tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbobmel Posted September 4, 2005 Author Share Posted September 4, 2005 Tony, It's a 15x15 room with angled ceiling and an alcove. I just wanted more headroom. Mt Rotel 3 channel is 150WPC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleve Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 My recommendation - look for a good used McIntosh 2205. I haven't priced any in over a year - but I got mine for $1050 with cabinet on Ebay in very good condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbobmel Posted September 4, 2005 Author Share Posted September 4, 2005 Cleve, I had a nice 2105 and sold it. I was in the camp that the newer stuff was more refined. That's why I got the Arcam P25. I like the amp, but it seems to not have the slam I like. I guess I'm looking for my cake and eat it too. Just trying to find the right combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krustyoldsarge Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 Used a Marantz 2385 receiver with my system for a while, nice sound, authoratative bass. Realize it's a receiver, not an amp, but they made those, too. About $300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich0372 Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 You can get an Earthquake cinenova grande 3 channel 300x3 for $1100 + shipping brand new I have the legends series speakers sounds really good it has a slightly laid back sound to it which I think is a good match for Klipsch If interested let me now and I will give you the name of the dealer Rich OOPS I didn't realize this was for a 2 channel amp I had a Rotel 1080 200x2 sounded really good retail is $1000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbobmel Posted September 4, 2005 Author Share Posted September 4, 2005 I'd like to hear more about the Rotel........1080 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duke Spinner Posted September 4, 2005 Share Posted September 4, 2005 check out CJGeraci's Rotel fer sale ..Blob .....[H] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin97225 Posted September 5, 2005 Share Posted September 5, 2005 Keep your mind on the Rotel RB-1080 it's an excellent choice with the Klipsch RF-7. I have two Rotel RB-1090's and I'm very happy with the sound quality, very stunning. You will love the Klipsch/Rotel combo. What ever you do, don't let others ster you away from this combo, it's that good!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricky588 Posted September 5, 2005 Share Posted September 5, 2005 Just wanted to add my five cents worth. I am currently running a Nad S200 power amp through my Cornwalls and it sounds fantastic. If you think 225 watts is enough of course?. You can pick them up on Audiogon for about $750.0-$800.0 US which is a bargain IMHO. Good luck with the search. (One day I will have to try a tubed pre with it) Ricky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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