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grady
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XPA-3, my experience... Apr 7, 2009 22:45:34 GMT -5

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Post by grady on Apr 7, 2009 22:45:34 GMT -5

Well, I've had my XPA-3 for almost 2 weeks now and I feel I can give
a pretty honest opinion thus far.

1. Ordering and customer service are first class,(as those who have
purchased Emotiva equipment know). Shipping was fast and emails
were prompt.

2. Amp was well packaged, as others have stated in their reviews.

3. Setup was easy, I am using the XPA-3 with my Marantz sr4002 to
power my L/C/R speakers, surrounds off the receiver. The improvement
over the receiver's sound is surprising! I thought the Marantz did a
good job on it's own, but the XPA-3 just added the "punch" and
headroom the internal amps couldn't supply. Anyone debating on
picking one of these babies up, DO NOT HESITATE! This is my first
amp purchase, but I do not think you will be disappointed!

Now, if only I can persuade the wife to let me begin the speaker
upgrade.

Thank you to everyone at Emotiva for the great service and quality
products at a great price!

Grady Alexander

Basement:
Mitsu. HC1500
DIY 100" Screen
PS3 for Blu-ray
Marantz sr4002 + XPA-3
Custom Cerwin Vega 5.1 setup

Living room:
Samsung 50" DLP
PS3
Pioneer 514 + Bookshelf speakers

headknocker
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XPA-3, my experience... Apr 8, 2009 1:34:58 GMT -5

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Post by headknocker on Apr 8, 2009 1:34:58 GMT -5

Thanks Grady! I have the Marantz SR5002 but I've yet to hear it in action since I haven't had a TV in my secondary HT to view the OSD for the set-up menus. Our daughter and 11-month old grandson moved in with us a week ago and she brought her 37" LCD set with her. I'm gonna use it until I find a 50" plasma which fits my needs and budget.

I plan to add the 6.2's and the XPA-3 to the system very soon so I read your review with great interest. I went with a Marantz AVR based on their reputation of excellent SQ. I'll be doing the same thing as you...only using the 5002 to power the surrounds.

Last Edit: Apr 8, 2009 10:00:24 GMT -5 by headknocker

Marantz SR5002 AVR
Emotiva BasX A3
Panasonic BD-35 BR
Pioneer DV-563A Universal Disc Player
Emotiva B2+(mains)
Emotiva C1+ CC
AuraSound LSC-527M(surrounds)
(2) Atlantic Tech SB-1000 10" subs(Dr HSU-designed)
Grado SR80x headphones
Samsung 75"Q60B QLED

grady
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XPA-3, my experience... Apr 8, 2009 23:06:51 GMT -5

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Post by grady on Apr 8, 2009 23:06:51 GMT -5

You won't be disappointed pairing the XPA-3 and 6.2's with your sr5002.
I specifically went with the sr4002 because of Marantz's quality, plus I
wanted an affordable receiver w/ pre-outs that would accept multi-channel
pcm from my PS3. Mine has plenty of power for the surrounds, blends really
well with the front speakers.

I'm really having to fight the urge to pick up a pair of 8.3's!

Basement:
Mitsu. HC1500
DIY 100" Screen
PS3 for Blu-ray
Marantz sr4002 + XPA-3
Custom Cerwin Vega 5.1 setup

Living room:
Samsung 50" DLP
PS3
Pioneer 514 + Bookshelf speakers

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XPA-3, my experience... Apr 18, 2009 9:49:00 GMT -5

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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2009 9:49:00 GMT -5

Apr 8, 2009 23:06:51 GMT -5 grady said:

You won't be disappointed pairing the XPA-3 and 6.2's with your sr5002.
I specifically went with the sr4002 because of Marantz's quality, plus I
wanted an affordable receiver w/ pre-outs that would accept multi-channel
pcm from my PS3. Mine has plenty of power for the surrounds, blends really
well with the front speakers.

I'm really having to fight the urge to pick up a pair of 8.3's!

resistance is futile . . . ;D