Best power amp for under $600?

[Darrenmc]

I want to add a power amp to my current system (Onkyo TX-SR701 a/v rec, Angstrom Modular 2,4,8's and 6C centre cahnnel). I was looking at used but I'd feel more comfortable with new. I was looking at the NAD C-270 which is $800(CDN) incl. taxes. Any comments on this amp or would you recommend something else?

[Feanor]

...I was looking at the NAD C-270 which is $800(CDN) incl. taxes. Any comments on this amp or would you recommend something else?
The the C270 is now discontinued, replaced by the C272. If you look around you might be able to get the C270 at a good discount as I did.

By the way, the C270 replaced an ancient Phase Linear 400 in my system. My Phase needed repairs but it wasn't worth it given the C370 sounds better (to my ears).

[magictooth]

Your best amp for $600 or less is definitely going to be a used one. If you're looking solid state, I think you can get a 2 year old amp for half or less of the original MSRP. With a 20 year lifespan, that's a pretty good chunk of money that you're saving. In your case, you might get a decent 2 ch. amp and use the receiver's amp section to power the center and surrounds.

[H3ar3m]

if you want a relable and economic amplifier go to spyn audio!!

I got mine from them. check em out

i have the DJ1350 and costed me ~569

[blackraven]

These Class D Audio amps are the best buy under $600. The web site below is new and appears to be under construction as it is missing some of the spec's that were on the old site.

Class D Audio Complete Amplifiers (http://classdaudio.com/complete-amplifiers.html)

[Ajani]

These Class D Audio amps are the best buy under $600. The web site below is new and appears to be under construction as it is missing some of the spec's that were on the old site.

Class D Audio Complete Amplifiers (http://classdaudio.com/complete-amplifiers.html)

They maybe, however since this thread is from 2004, I suspect the OP already found the amp he was looking for :biggrin5:

[blackraven]

They maybe, however since this thread is from 2004, I suspect the OP already found the amp he was looking for :biggrin5:


Whoops! LOL!

[aud1o]

go for the DL1500 power amp from Spyn Audio. It's pretty sweet. You can buy one on Ebay for $549.00


1 kHz,THD+N=0.1% 8 ohms stereo 2 x 450W
4 ohms stereo 2 x 700W
2 ohms stereo 2 x 750W
8 ohms bridge 1400W
4 ohms bridge 1500W
Crossover High Pass 120 Hz
Low Pass 120 Hz
Frequency response
1W 8 ohms stereo 20 Hz–20 kHz (+/0.5dB)
Sensitivity
8 ohms stereo, 1kHz 1.0V
Mode Stereo / Bridge / Parallel
Fan speed regulation Two-speed
Connectors (Each channel) Input connectors 1/4” Jack & Female Neutrik XLR
Output connectors Binding post & Speakon
(Neutrik)
Filter capability 10000uF/63V x4
Input impedance Balanced 20K
Unbalanced 10K
Crosstalk
20 Hz~20 kHz
Rated Power 8 ohms ≥60dB
S/N ratio Rated Power 8 ohms ≤95dB
Damping factor 1kHz, 8 ohms ≥300
Intermodulation distortion ≤0.5%
Total harmonic distortion
20 Hz~20 kHz
Rated Power 8 ohms ≤0.5%
Phase response 1W, 8 ohms 20 Hz–20 kHz ±30°
Slew rate ≥15V/us
Output Circuitry Class AB
Dimensions
W x H x D 19 x 3.5 x 14 inches
482 x 88 x 360 mm
Rack Space 2U
Weight 42 Lbs./19 Kg

[draco]

Threshold Stasis series are great amps (from the time when Nelson Pass was at Threshold) and many can be had for under $600, e.g. Threshold S-150 (http://kruipen.com/threshold-s-150-series-2.html)