Cary Rocket 88R (Cary CAD-808R) Stereo Power Amplifier

haimoc

I have for sale an excelent condition (8/10 for age, but I can't find a scratch on it) of Cary Rocket 88R with 1 set (4) of KT88/JJ, 1 set (2) of EL84, 1 set (2) of 12AX7, and one biased cable. The amplifier has both RCA and XLR input/output. I have extra sets of new EL84 and 12AX7. I will include them as a bonus.

I have this amplifier for more than a year and use it a few times (50 hours the most), so the tubes are mostly fresh. I remove the tube amplifier from the system to avoid my daughter getting burn, and it was sitting on shelve since then. I don't have original boxes but will have the amplifier in double boxes for packaging.

==> $1450.00 including Fedex Standard Ground Shipping (and insurance). Split Paypal Fee. USPS Money Order is fine with me. Please let me know if you have any question.


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Cary Rocket 88R (Cary CAD-808R) Stereo Power Amplifier

Specifications:
DIMENSIONS: 10?W x 18?D x 6?H (25.4 cm x 45.7 cm x 15.2 cm)
WEIGHT: 45 Lb.. (20.4 kg)
CIRCUIT TYPE: Push-Pull Triode Class A, Ultra-linear Class A/B
POWER OUTPUT: 30 Watts Triode, 60 Watts Ultra-linear
INPUT SENSITIVITY: 1.2 volt for full output
INPUT IMPEDANCE: 150,000 ohms
NOISE AND HUM: -87 dB below rated output
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 10 Hz to 82,000 Hz + 0, -3.0 dB @ 1 watt
TUBES: 2-12BZ7 Dual Triode, Phase inverter, gain stage (12AX7, 12AY7)
2-EL-84 Current source (or 6BQ5)
4-KT-88 Output tubes (or EL-34, 6550, KT-66, KT-77, KT-90)
2-1629 Green ?Cat Eye? indicator tubes
TRANSFORMERS: 1-EI laminated core power transformer
2-Special interleaved output transformer
3-Filter Chokes
200% duty cycle on all transformers
RESISTORS: 1.0 % metal film
CAPACITORS: Polystyrene and polypropylene (oil filled optional)
POWER SUPPLY
CAPACITORS: 2-560 ?FD @ 450 VDC
3-10 ?FD Film and foil @ 600 VDC
1-47 ?FD @ 450 VDC
AC CORD: Detachable 3 conductor 14 gauge
AC POWER
REQUIREMENTS: 117 volts or 240 volts AC 50/60 Hz
300 watts operate
WARM-UP TIME: 3 minutes
BREAK-IN PERIOD: 100 hours of music playing time
FINISH: Black Epoxy powder coat, Anodized Aluminum face plate

User Manual and Specfification:
(http://www.caryaudio.com/pdfs/manuals_archive/Rocket88R.pdf)


Reviews:
http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue6/rocket88.htm
http://www.caryaudio.com/pdfs/reviews/classic/Rocket88_TAS.pdf
http://www.caryaudio.com/pdfs/reviews/classic/Rocket88_IAR.pdf

haimoc

Correct: the amplifier has both RCA and XLR inputs.

falconcry72

mmm, drool... :biggrin:

GLWTS!

haimoc

Tks.. :cool:

haimoc

scottyboy76

somethin that pretty has got to sound good.

AND its named Rockett 88, what more could you ask for, a flame paint job?

GLWS

chargerman426

Are the EL84 the pre amp tubes with the 12AX7s the drivers? seems backwards if that is the case.

haimoc

Blws?

haimoc

Reduced to $1400.00 including Fedex Standard Ground Shipping (and insurance).

haimoc

Bump...

sda2mike

more drool:cool:

F1nut

Damn nice amp and a great way to into tubes.

Tony M

Damn.....
What a great looking tube amp!!! It has the right name on it too. Quality I would guess..

Vinyl and tubes..:razz:

Dawgfish

I have been eyeing these babies since this post first came out. I just started a new job, so I'm waiting for a couple more paychecks, but if I'm lucky enough for this amp to still be around in another couple of weeks..........

haimoc

Thanks for your interest. With this poor economy, I think it will be around forever.

pitdogg2

scottyboy76 wrote: »

somethin that pretty has got to sound good.

AND its named Rockett 88, what more could you ask for, a flame paint job?

GLWS

how about some audioquest rocket 88 speaker cable

that is one sexy piece of gear

kn505

I want to try out tube amp... And I am thinking about doing it with the SDAs (either 4.1TL or 2.3TL).
Is this a common grounded amp? If not, can I strap the 2 negative posts together?
Is 30/60 wpc enough to drive the 2.3TL with authority power?

haimoc

The manual and spec does not mention if this is a common grounded amp. I suggest you to ask Cary Audio. I don't have Polk SDA speakers, but the amplifier drives pair of ProAc 2.5 or 1.5 with no problem.

kn505

I contacted Cary and the amp is common ground. Sorry that I have to pass on it. I am looking for more power.
GLWTS.

haimoc

This ad is around for a long time, and I almost forgot my amplifier for sale. I might need extra cash this time.

Last bump before going to Audiogon.

haimoc

$1350 FedEx shipped?

treitz3

With 100 hours for break in time and an estimated only 50 hours of use, this Cary is still basically brand new. With spare tubes to boot. For those who are looking for more power, remember that tube power is nothing like SS power. 30 watts triode power "could" be considered the equivalent of 200 SS watts but with the sweet sounds of tubes and let's not forget that romantic tube glow. By nature, this is a high current amp. I hope this amp sells this go around and that it stays in the family. Best of luck with the sale my friend.

Tom

haimoc

Thanks Tom.

I was too lazy after having another boy in the family and hesitated to put it on Audiogon. The amp is still sitting there waiting for a new owner.

tonyb

Sweet amps, and I might be all over this if my wallet hadn't taken such a beating lately. Good luck on the sale, darn fine amps for sure.

steveinaz

This is a no brainer, can't believe no one has bought this yet.

tonyb

Buy them Steve....nobody can hear you scream where you live, after Bev beats you over the head that is. :biggrin:

haimoc

bump..

capecodder

This is why I have been a stranger around these parts for a while. I get too enticed at what I peak at, such as this amp. I am interested but have a few questions that I would hope to get some objective feedback on before I pull any triggers. PM sent to express possible interest.

Currently running in my main system a vintage Marantz 7T pre into a nice Dynaco ST 70 driving pair of Polk CRS+ (upgraded tweeters and re-capped) with an HSU powered sub. Just recently purchased a very nice McIntosh MA6200 integrated that I was considering using instead of the Dynaco/Marantz. It is at the tech being evaluated at the moment. My immediate preference is to keep tubes in the upstairs system but was interested in seeing how the Mac sounded.

Alternatively, I could use the Mac to run the downstairs man cave system which currently is a small vintage Naim amp and pre (forget the models #s off top of my head) driving pair of ADS 1230. However, when I originally got the Mac couple of weeks ago I quickly ran it in the downstairs system and was impressed at first particularly with the added punch at the higher end but did notice a bit of "muddiness" at the low end when I started cranking the volume. The ADS could use some more oomph and the Mac would probably work well if I can tweak the "muddiness" out. I have really enjoyed the little Naim gear to date. I listen about 75% vinyl, 25% standard CD in both systems.

So, how well would the Cary mate with the Marantz pre and work with the CRS+? I am pretty sure the Cary would be a major step up from the Dynaco (have been very happy to date with the ST70 though). I would not be interested in the Cary for the downstairs system since I would prefer to keep that area as SS (at least for now).

Thoughts?

Thanks
ted

haimoc

Hello Ted,

Thanks for your interest in the Cary amp. I am not familiar with Marantz preamp, Dynaco, or CRS+ speakers, so I can't answer your question. Hopefully, someone else can help to answer the question.

I had matched this amplifier with BAT VK-30 preamp, and they worked very well with ProAC1.5/2.5 speakers.

haimoc

Sale pending..

tonyb

Who's the lucky rat **** so I can send Cathy over to beat them into submission and send them to me ?