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McIntosh MA6300 Integrated Stereo Amplifier

Written by Piero Gabucci

Published on 21 August 2008

McIntosh MA6300

Although I have always been interested in McIntosh products, I was really intrigued by the McIntosh MA6300 because I could finally afford one. Modest power output and all solid state construction will let you into the world of McIntosh ownership for just $3,000.

Lyngdorf SDAI-2175 Integrated Amplifier

Written by Michael Galvin

Published on 19 June 2008

If the SDAI-2175 power amplifier has flaws, they were invisible in my system. Every other amplifier I have had sounded like "something", while this one simply does not. This product has no sound characteristics of its own, and this is a remarkable achievement.

Rotel RB-1092 Stereo (500 Watts/Channel) Class D (Switching) Power Amplifier

Written by Jared Rachwalski

Published on 08 November 2007

Decades ago, an amplifier with 80 watts per channel (they were all two-channel amplifiers in those days), was considered a big amplifier.

Parasound 2100 Stereo Preamplifier and 2250 Stereo Power Amplifier

Written by Chris Groppi

Published on 02 June 2008

As I said at the beginning of this review, now is a good time to be an audiophile. The Parasound 2100 preamplifier and 2250 power amplifier offer sound quality across the board so good I would have thought you'd have to pay at least $3,000 to get them. But, at a mere $1800, the Parasounds are a steal.

Rogue Audio Perseus Tube Preamplifier

Written by Piero Gabucci

Published on 08 November 2007

If I have my Greek mythology correct, Perseus was the slayer of Medusa, the serpent-haired Gorgon monster. Using his sword to view her reflection (because we all know a mere glance directly at her would turn you into stone instantly), he was able to slay her in her sleep.

Halcro MC70 Seven-Channel Power Amplifier

Written by Ross Jones

Published on 05 May 2008

Halcro's MC series amplifiers come in two, three, five and seven channel configurations (designated the MC20, MC30, MC50, and MC70). The MC70 lists for $7,000, but compared to the Halcro Reference DM88 monoblocks, which will set you back more than $40,000 per pair, the MC70 is quite the bargain. So what kind of amp do you get for a kilobuck per channel?

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Written by Staff

Published on 20 December 2006

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Lexicon ZX-7 Multi-Channel (300 watts x 7) Power Amplifier

Written by John E. Johnson, Jr.

Published on 21 January 2008

The Lexicon ZX-7 is a very powerful (300 watts RMS x 7 into 8 ohms) amplifier that delivers exquisite sound for two-channel music, surround sound music, and any movie you can imagine.

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Written by Staff

Published on 18 December 2006

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ONIX H6550 Integrated Tube Amplifier

Written by Piero Gabucci

Published on 08 November 2007

Following a product as revered and successful as the SP3 integrated amplifier, ONIX steps up and produces the new H6550. How could I possibly resist the temptation to request one for review? The good people at AV123 graciously offered to send it to me.