Harman Kardon AP2500 pre-amp and PA2200 amp
GEBBY44
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Up for sale is a pair of sweet Signature Series H/K pieces from the early 1990's. Only selling because I don't need a third system, despite what I keep telling myself (must fight the demons inside).
First up is the AP2500 pre-amp. I don't know much about it as there isn't much literature out there on the internet. It's a shame, really, since this is a great quiet and musical basic pre that really sounded great with all speakers I ever threw at it (LSi's, Monitors, Infinity, RTi's). Two sets of pre-outs for bi-amping as well as a MM/MC phono input. I didn't use it all that much since I purchased it from the original owner, but in great shape overall. A few scratches on the top cover and minor imperfections on the face. Remote was not an option with this pre. Looking for $60 plus shipping
Next is the PA2200 amp from the same series. Paired with the pre-amp, it makes sweet and smooth music that H/K is famous for. More toward the warm side of the spectrum but still has plenty of that dynamic punch that I like. It's listed as 100w x 2 and it sounds every bit as powerful as any 100w Adcom or Rotel I've ever heard. A solid amp that's a great step up from the amps on almost any receiver. It has a few small blemishes on the faceplate, but nothing noticeable unless within a foot. Looking for $100 plus shipping.
Buy both for $145 plus shipping and have a nice matched starting point for a newcomer or 2nd/3rd system
Will post pics soon.
First up is the AP2500 pre-amp. I don't know much about it as there isn't much literature out there on the internet. It's a shame, really, since this is a great quiet and musical basic pre that really sounded great with all speakers I ever threw at it (LSi's, Monitors, Infinity, RTi's). Two sets of pre-outs for bi-amping as well as a MM/MC phono input. I didn't use it all that much since I purchased it from the original owner, but in great shape overall. A few scratches on the top cover and minor imperfections on the face. Remote was not an option with this pre. Looking for $60 plus shipping
Next is the PA2200 amp from the same series. Paired with the pre-amp, it makes sweet and smooth music that H/K is famous for. More toward the warm side of the spectrum but still has plenty of that dynamic punch that I like. It's listed as 100w x 2 and it sounds every bit as powerful as any 100w Adcom or Rotel I've ever heard. A solid amp that's a great step up from the amps on almost any receiver. It has a few small blemishes on the faceplate, but nothing noticeable unless within a foot. Looking for $100 plus shipping.
Buy both for $145 plus shipping and have a nice matched starting point for a newcomer or 2nd/3rd system
Will post pics soon.
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Might have a buyer for these, or the amp at least, getting in touch with him now. He's a local I know, sold my Paradigm's to but he has an older Kenwood receiver which i'd think these can do a lot more justice to than, and the price is certainly right. I'll have him sign up for this site and post
e: Just tossed him an e-mail, his name is Patrick if he drops byCurrent System:
Paradigm Signature S2 v2
Conrad Johnson MF2500
Wyred4Sound DAC2
Audioquest Black Mamba II
For Sale:
3x Wilson Cub's
Conrad Johnson MF2500 -
I'll take both if no buyers.SRT For Life; SDA Forever!
The SRT SEISMIC System:
Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once. -
Put me in line on the preamp.
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I'm "Patrick," sm88's friend. I'll take both. Please PM me and we'll work out details.
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I would like the amp... I know that others have spoke up first but if they fall through I want the amp. Let me know...
PM sent.Front - RTiA5's
Rear - RTiA3's
Center - CSiA4
Sub - PSW110 -
adnap has first dibs and then on down the line. Posting pictures as we speak.
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Pics of the AP2500 pre-amp
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More pics of pre-amp
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Some pics of both together. They're a pretty clean looking duo
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Great Amp.
I've got the smaller PA2000 2 channel amp, and a signature 2.1 that I use with my set-up right now.
The warm and textured mid-range of HK amps really take the edge off of the Polk RTi speakers, and bring them to life. I HIGHLY recommend these for anyone using RTi or RTi A speakers.
HK amps tend to be underrated. If this amp is anything like my signature 2.1, its a high current beast despite its specs.
If one of you guys don't pick this up, I might be tempted to get it myself to bi-amp the LSi9's I have coming.
Good luck with the sale!My System Showcase!
Media Room
Paradigm Studio 60 - Paradigm CC-690 - Paradigm ADP-390 - Epik Empire - Anthem MRX300 - Emotiva XPA-5
Living-room
Paradigm MilleniaOne - Rythmik F12GSE - Onkyo TX-SR805 - Adcom 5400
Headphones
Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear - Shure SE215 - Fiio E18 Kunlun -
It will not make it all the way to you mystik. If the others pass I am all over this PA2200. I have a hk254 receiver and a set of RTiA5's just waiting to be amplified. Heck I would even buy both just to sweeten the deal.
Hopefully the others pass and it falls all the way to me.Front - RTiA5's
Rear - RTiA3's
Center - CSiA4
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Sorry, guys, they have just sold. Getting a new polkie some solid gear to start his rig. Thanks for all the interest.
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Sorry, guys, they have just sold. Getting a new polkie some solid gear to start his rig. Thanks for all the interest.
Not just a new Polkie but a new audio enthusiast as well! I very much appreciate your sale to him, getting people started with solid basics like this is what the hobby is all about, and I think everyone remembers their first "system" which may or may not be embarrassing (My Dad's Bose 901 II's for me! I've since seen the light).
Welcome to the forums, adnap There are one or two other Oklahoma Polkies (Okie Pokies?), and now one moreCurrent System:
Paradigm Signature S2 v2
Conrad Johnson MF2500
Wyred4Sound DAC2
Audioquest Black Mamba II
For Sale:
3x Wilson Cub's
Conrad Johnson MF2500 -
At first I was upset that I did not get this amp. But knowing that it went to a fellow okie it does not bother me as much.Front - RTiA5's
Rear - RTiA3's
Center - CSiA4
Sub - PSW110