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Post by valgolfs on Dec 1, 2014 21:12:55 GMT -5
Back in the audiophile world again and have a questio, probably posted already many times but here it is.
XPA-3 gen 2 or XPA-5 gen 2? I am using Denon X-4000 driving Paradigm Studio 20-v5 LR, CC590 and Axiom Q8s in the back and have some $$$ to spend. I used to have a UPA7 and loved it but had to downsize a few years ago. I like movies at reference level in my 12x18x7.5 room with SVS sub. I feel my RCVR may not be enough for the surrounds? If I get the 3 then that leaves the door wide open for monos in the future for the fronts. Or the XPA-5 may satisfy my thirst? Small steps to sonic heaven are in my future.
Thanks for any and all comments.
Steve
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Post by garbulky on Dec 2, 2014 2:01:57 GMT -5
xpa5 g1 used
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Post by dally on Dec 2, 2014 8:04:09 GMT -5
I would go XPA-5 and amplify all channels. You can still add monos in the future and just use the XPA-5 for the other three, or have the option to go seven channels if you want. If I got an XPA-3 for my 5 channel system, I know that in about a week I would wish I had an amp on the surrounds.
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Post by valgolfs on Dec 2, 2014 11:03:18 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestions, I really appreciate them. I know if I don not go with the XPA5 I will wonder what the surrounds would sound like with more power. Used in an option as there are some for sale here and there but I wonder if GEN2 might be the way to go due to upgrades??
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Post by garbulky on Dec 2, 2014 13:52:14 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestions, I really appreciate them. I know if I don not go with the XPA5 I will wonder what the surrounds would sound like with more power. Used in an option as there are some for sale here and there but I wonder if GEN2 might be the way to go due to upgrades?? There's no difference except that gen 2 is 29 db gain and gen 1 is 32 db |
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Post by vcautokid on Dec 2, 2014 14:01:11 GMT -5
XPA-5 FTW! Especially if multi channel stereo is a consideration. Also I have a bias for it, it just plain rocks. 7 channels. The XPA-2 and XPA-5 are great amps.
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Post by novisnick on Dec 2, 2014 21:46:15 GMT -5
For just another $200.00, why wouldn't you go for the XPA-5?  Well worth the investment. And If the unthinkable happens,,,,you later sell the amp, the -5 will sell so much faster then the -3, it'll bring a few more dollars as well. There's my two cent deposit,,,,he,,,,he,,,,he,,,,,,, 8) |
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Post by valgolfs on Dec 3, 2014 11:01:22 GMT -5
I agree with your assessment novisnick. Gathering funds as I type, XPA-5 in my near future.
Any idea when the sale will be over? Do past customers get some type of break?
Thanks guys for your input.
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Post by valgolfs on Dec 22, 2014 18:18:23 GMT -5
XPA5 ordered, WHOOP WHOOP!
Cheers to all lounge members.
Merry Christmas
Steve
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Post by creimes on Dec 22, 2014 22:41:14 GMT -5
The XPA-5 will do you wonders for your HT and 2ch material, one of the best values in amplification today  Chad |
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Post by novisnick on Dec 22, 2014 23:29:37 GMT -5
Steve, Chad is absolutely right!! The -5 is the huge winner, just can't see how you could loose! Enjoy the sound and the " POWER ",,,,,,,,, boys, we've set the hook!!! 8)  Merry Christmas!!! |
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Post by deltadube on Dec 22, 2014 23:44:44 GMT -5
XPA5 ordered, WHOOP WHOOP! Cheers to all lounge members. Merry Christmas Steve nice buy.. lol.. should have gone xpa3 and a pair of mono blocks lol im bias though .. cheers |
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Post by repeetavx on Dec 23, 2014 0:45:34 GMT -5
should have gone xpa3 and a pair of mono blocks lol im bias though .. cheers Naw. If he buys a nice pair of monoblocks, then he'll be set up for 7.1. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2014 1:08:27 GMT -5
You guys need to get it right... he should cancel the xpa5 and order a stack of xpr 1's.  |
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Post by novisnick on Dec 23, 2014 1:23:16 GMT -5
You guys need to get it right... he should cancel the xpa5 and order a stack of xpr 1's. Shhhh! ,,,,,I've set the hook!!!! THEN we re bait to reel in a set of XPR-1s,,,,,,, my plan was working till you blew my cover,,,,, ,,,,,,,he,,,,he,,,,he,,,,,,  Attachments:
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2014 1:27:24 GMT -5
Sorry nick I thought you were just slacking...  pay no attention to the man behind the curtain All jokes aside congrats to valgolfs on your purchase... I know I'm loving my Xpa 5 |
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Post by valgolfs on Dec 23, 2014 9:38:24 GMT -5
HA, fun fun fun, love the comments.
I can't wait to unbox the beast, good thing my wife has been going to the gym.
The 3 with monos was definitely a choice, and probably in the future, but space is sooooo limited in my theater/living room, WAF would have been stressed. Grey hair on my head has taught me not to push WAF. HA :>)
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Well worth the investment.
pay no attention to the man behind the curtain 