Adcom 5503 (3-channel power amp)

Loud & Clear
Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
edited January 2012 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
200 watts X 3 channels into 8 ohms - 350 watts x 3 channels into 4 ohms. Comes with power cord.

I'd rate this one a 7/10 on the Audiogon scale. Some nicks and light scratches here and there, but respectable and certainly not a train wreck. Heavy as heck and loads of power.

Have LSi fronts and feel insecure about your amplification? Well, this is your solution.

$500.00 shipped to the lower 48.

Two Channel Setup:

Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
DAC: Arcam irDac
Source: iMac
Remote Control: iPad Mini

3.2 Home Theater Setup:

Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
Center: Klipsch RP-160M
Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    $490.00 for a day or so and then I'll try Audiogon.

    Big power for your front three. Only selling because I've moved out my LSi setup and don't need this much power any longer. My receiver can handle the new speakers. This also means that lightly used LSi9s and an LSiC have become available and will be offered here shortly.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • hangon
    hangon Posts: 228
    edited January 2012
    Great price, I own this exact amp.

    I used my receivers amp for a very short time and went back
    to the ADCOM.

    The A/V receiver does not come close to the sound stage
    of the ADCOM.

    Good luck with your sale...
    HT Theater

    SRS-SDA 2.3tl RDO's
    Custom Center made out of a RTA15tl
    Pioneer Elite SC-25 Receiver
    CineNova Grande 5 channel Amp
    Klipsch KA-1000-THX Sub Amp
    (2)Klipsch KW-120-THX Subs

    Basement System

    SRS-SDA 1.2 upgraded Xover
    Pioneer Elite SC-25 Receiver
    ADCOM GFA 5500
    ADCOM GFA 5503
    Yahama P7000S Pro Audio Amp
    dbx 120x-ds Sub-harmonic Synthesizer
    2-JBL 4645C Subs
    1-Paradigm SW2200 Sub
    Klipsch Reference in wall's
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    I agree that the AVR cannot match the output and dynamics, etc., but having switched speakers I don't really need all of that power and feel the desire to simplify. If I were going to stick with the LSis then selling the amp wouldn't even be an option.

    Nice gear by the way. Bet both of those systems really get it done.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited January 2012
    I also own this beast,I had it powering my front three,RTi12s/CSi5. It made the 12s open up and sing "a tough task". Shipping alone would probably run close to $50-70.

    GLWTS
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Thanks, Mike. Looks like you've got the good stuff, too. I'd like to hear the Cronus Magnum someday.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited January 2012
    Loud & Clear wrote: »
    Thanks, Mike. Looks like you've got the good stuff, too. I'd like to hear the Cronus Magnum someday.

    If you ever get the time to set down with the Cronus,it would be worthwhile.
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  • kuntasensei
    kuntasensei Posts: 3,263
    edited January 2012
    If I had the money right now, I'd be all over this. Seems like these only go on sale after I have big medical bills to pay. Stupid priorities! Good luck with the sale!
    Equipment list:
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 9.2 AVR
    Emotiva XPA-3 amp
    Polk RTi70 mains, CSi40 center, RTi38 surrounds, RTi28 rears and heights
    SVS 20-39CS+ subwoofer powered by Crown XLS1500
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-ray player
    DarbeeVision DVP5000 video processor
    Epson 8500UB 1080p projector
    Elite Screens Sable 120" CineWhite screen
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Bumpelstiltskin

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • kuntasensei
    kuntasensei Posts: 3,263
    edited January 2012
    I'm bumping this for you... 'cause I can't believe this thing hasn't sold yet. I would kill to have that sucker pushing my front three, especially since I'm rockin' 9.1 off my AVR right now.
    Equipment list:
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 9.2 AVR
    Emotiva XPA-3 amp
    Polk RTi70 mains, CSi40 center, RTi38 surrounds, RTi28 rears and heights
    SVS 20-39CS+ subwoofer powered by Crown XLS1500
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-ray player
    DarbeeVision DVP5000 video processor
    Epson 8500UB 1080p projector
    Elite Screens Sable 120" CineWhite screen
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Thank you, kunta.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • audiocrawl
    audiocrawl Posts: 3
    edited January 2012
    That is a very good price for Adcom GFA-5503 (http://kruipen.com/adcom-gfa-5503.html), especially with shipping included.
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Audiocrawl, I agree. In fact I think I'm going to take it off of the market here at that price with shipping included.

    I'm still willing to take $490.00 for it local. If no one wants it I'll just keep it and put it into play somewhere else on down the line. You can't teach 200 watts x 3 into 8 ohms and 350 watts x 3 into 4 ohms.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Stilly74
    Stilly74 Posts: 194
    edited January 2012
    Do you still have the amp for sale
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Yes. Please email me at alarson@ameritech.net for possible arrangements.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited January 2012
    Sold on Audiogon a week or so ago. Thanks for looking.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • Tomdoult
    Tomdoult Posts: 2
    edited January 2012
    Forgot the asking price, looking to get 250 obo for the set and I will go from there if anyone interested in separate parts.
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