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Post by chappy on Oct 14, 2010 10:17:39 GMT -5
I'm in the process of trying to decide if I really need the XPA-5 or can I go for the UPA-5. My fronts are Polk RTi70 (8 ohm, 20-250 watts, 90 db) along with CSi30 center, surrounds and sub (can't recall numbers off those). My current receiver is a Pioneer VSX-1014 (rated 110 watts which I'm sure it's no where near that) that will hopefully be changed to UMC by Christmas. My basement area is 18x24 carpeted, curtains, and pictures on walls. If I go UPA-5 i might add two UPA-1s to use for stereo. Thanks for any input.
ALSO: would I see any significant improvement by going from Bellari VP129 to USP for my Music Hall 5.1 turntable?
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Post by NorthStar on Oct 14, 2010 10:41:56 GMT -5
The UPA-5 would be perfectly capable, and a great suitable match for all your actual Polk speakers!  And if you add two UPA-1s in the future for Stereo listening, that would be even better!  - And at the sale price of the UPA-5 right now, what's not to like? * Regarding your turntable, sorry, can't help you on that. Mr. Ben is the turntable man around these quarters. |
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Post by flamingeye on Oct 14, 2010 12:37:27 GMT -5
I agree with the Lord the UPA is good
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Post by mickeyharlow on Oct 14, 2010 13:55:39 GMT -5
I agree also, since you are looking at upa-1's in the future.
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Post by jackfish on Oct 14, 2010 14:45:40 GMT -5
The Pioneer VSX-1014TX-K was rated at 110 wpc 20 HZ - 20,000HZ @ 8 ohm, 0.09% THD with all channels driven. Whether or not it actually achieves that I guess is debatable. However, I would think you might be surprised if you hear much of an improvement with a UPA-5 at 125 wpc. That Pioneer series of receivers is THX compliant and have a reputation as power houses. If you are eventually going with a UMC-1 and a power amp solution, if it were me I'd get the XPA-5.
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Post by NorthStar on Oct 14, 2010 14:55:36 GMT -5
The Pioneer VSX-1014TX-K was rated at 110 wpc 20 HZ - 20,000HZ @ 8 ohm, 0.09% THD with all channels driven. Whether or not it actually achieves that I guess is debatable. However, I would think you might be surprised if you hear much of an improvement with a UPA-5 at 125 wpc. That Pioneer series of receivers is THX compliant and have a reputation as power houses. If you are eventually going with a UMC-1 and a power amp solution, if it were me I'd get the XPA-5. That series of Pioneer receivers were/are indeed quite good power wise; but sound is a little harsh (edgy) when pushed. The UPA-5 will fix that very nicely. * Here's a review (with full power lab tests) of the Pioneer VSX-1017TXV-K (same series as the 1014, but the 2007 model): - Review: @ www.hometheatermag.com/receivers/108svs/- Lab tests: @ www.hometheatermag.com/receivers/108svs/index5.html_____________________ Chappy, why don't you upgrade your receiver for a newer one with HDMI latest version and with the new audio decoders? Like the VSX-1020-K for example. Then use it as a pre/pro with the Emo UPA-5. The 1020 is a super duder of a receiver. Here: @ www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Products/HomeEntertainment/AV-Receivers/PioneerReceivers/ci.VSX-1020-K.Kuro |
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Post by mickeyharlow on Oct 14, 2010 17:26:31 GMT -5
The XPA-3 is now on sale. Something for you to think about. Power your fronts with the xpa-3 and rears with the receiver. See: emotiva.com/xpa3.shtm |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 15, 2010 0:30:15 GMT -5
I agree with the Lord the UPA is good Oh no Flamingeye, LOTR's head is even going to get bigger now! ;D ;D ;D |
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Post by chappy on Oct 15, 2010 7:19:58 GMT -5
Well I was looking at getting the UMC by Christmas but by LOTR throwing in the Pioneer VSX-1020-K, now i've got even some more thinking to do.....
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Post by NorthStar on Oct 15, 2010 8:25:46 GMT -5
I agree with the Lord the UPA is good Oh no Flamingeye, LOTR's head is even going to get bigger now! ;D ;D ;D But never as big as yours Chuckie!  ;D |
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Post by NorthStar on Oct 15, 2010 8:27:46 GMT -5
Well I was looking at getting the UMC by Christmas but by LOTR throwing in the Pioneer VSX-1020-K, now i've got even some more thinking to do..... That was simple wise logic! |
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Post by kt10r on Oct 15, 2010 8:57:42 GMT -5
you have to get the 1120 if you need preouts.
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Post by NorthStar on Oct 15, 2010 10:21:16 GMT -5
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Post by flamingeye on Oct 23, 2010 9:15:24 GMT -5
I agree with the Lord the UPA is good Oh no Flamingeye, LOTR's head is even going to get bigger now! ;D ;D ;D O Come on now it would POP wouldn`t it    |
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