Need cool running integrated under $1500 new/used
I have a second system with an old pair of B&W 803 series2. I currently use a Cambridge 850 int which sounds great, but gets too hot to leave on 24/7, which is what I want do as the amp is in another room. I would guess I need at least 75 wpc to power these (although maybe even a good 50 wpc is good enough?). I'd also prefer to have two speaker outputs (A+B and A or B), but its not necessarily a deal breaker. Suggestions?
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Ivan.......The TEAC AI2000 looks darn good.
The AI-2000 drives 180W per channel into one of two sets of speakers, switchable from the front panel and terminated with binding posts. It has a balanced analog input in addition to the five standard analog inputs, including a phono input stage. A preamp out is also included for use with a recorder or to send to a subwoofer. A stereo headphone output is also provided for private listening. TEAC’s AI-2000 is the rare component built for discerning audio quality without the stratospheric price tag to match. The AI-2000 is available in black or silver. AI-2000 SPECIFICATIONS •Authentic Discrete Analogue Amplifier Circuit •5 Audio Inputs (Phono, CD, Tuner, AUX, Tone-Direct) •Balanced Analogue Audio Input: x 1 (XLR) •Analogue Audio Inputs: x 5 (RCA) •Preout: x 1 (RCA) •A/B Speaker Outputs •Detachable AC Socket •Aluminum Front Panel and Volume Knob Remote Control •Output Power: 180W + 180W (4 ohms), 125W + 125W (8 ohms) •Total Harmonic Distortion: less than 0.008% •Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB (A-weighted) •Frequency Response: 10Hz - 30,000Hz (-0.5dB) •Headphone Out: x 1 (6.3mm) •Speaker Terminals: x 2 pair (Binding Post) •Operation: 120V AC, 60Hz (US), 230V AC, 50Hz (EUR) •Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/8" x 6-1/8" x 15-7/8" (435 x 154 x 403 mm) •Weight: 30 lbs. 14oz. (14 kg) http://img1.hifi-regler.biz/pictures...rueckseite.jpg http://www.fullrange.kr/home/hosting..._inner_730.jpg |
Dan... The Teac line is often over looked, and sounds spectacular. :ok:
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But does it run cool for 24/7 on?
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Thanks Ivan. Researching now. Anybody have any other suggestions?
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I have a Bryston B60 that I use as my workhorse. It does double duty either running my patio speakers from a remote location ( so it gets left on all the time) or in my motorhome for the outside speakers in a tight enclosure. Built like a tank, always runs cool and pretty versatile as far as speaker matching goes. Only runs 1 set of speakers though.
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I would comfortably recommend looking for a 2nd hand Nad M3 Dual Mono integrated which should be comfortably in your price range. That is a very well made & terrific sounding amp and will deliver about 200 watts @8ohms, which will control your B&W's well, reducing cone breakup/fatigue & give you good bass and headroom. Also you can put the M3 in standby mode 24/7 which means only caretaker circuitry is on, thereby reducing warm up time for critical listening. It also comes with a high quality metal remote.
Here is a link fyi - M3 Dual Mono Integrated Amplifier - NAD Electronics Link to Stereophile review - NAD Master Series M3 integrated amplifier | Stereophile.com http://www.ciavirtualmix.com.br/loja...ges/NADM3A.jpg http://www.audioaffair.co.uk/images/...ifier-back.jpg http://www.poandpo.com/s1012/nad_m3_4_v.jpg |
Why not go vintage...
McIntosh MA6100 :yes: I had one of these powering my Maggies until I decided to go back to separates so now it may move into the bedroom. :D
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