RT5000 Amplification
Velocitydreamer
Posts: 252
Hello Polkies,
I'm looking to eventually get better amplification to my RT setup. I'm curious as to what brands pair well with the RT3000p's and the CS1000p. I'll be having RT3000p's for wides as well, so I'm possibly looking to step up to a 5ch amp for the front stage. I honestly will be pretty low on funds after an upcoming purchase, so I'll likely be looking used. Out of curiousity, is there anything halfway decent for under $600 used? If I have to skimp and buy a 3ch now, and then a 2ch later, I'd be fine with that I guess... to break up the purchasing. I know amps affect the sound of speakers as bright, neautral, etc etc. I've always been a little curious as to how this happens, but regardless, any suggestions, preferrable from those with experience of this realm. Thanks guys/gals!!!
I'm looking to eventually get better amplification to my RT setup. I'm curious as to what brands pair well with the RT3000p's and the CS1000p. I'll be having RT3000p's for wides as well, so I'm possibly looking to step up to a 5ch amp for the front stage. I honestly will be pretty low on funds after an upcoming purchase, so I'll likely be looking used. Out of curiousity, is there anything halfway decent for under $600 used? If I have to skimp and buy a 3ch now, and then a 2ch later, I'd be fine with that I guess... to break up the purchasing. I know amps affect the sound of speakers as bright, neautral, etc etc. I've always been a little curious as to how this happens, but regardless, any suggestions, preferrable from those with experience of this realm. Thanks guys/gals!!!
LivingRoom
Source: HTPC
Display: GT720 (on the wall)
Receiver: HK AVR1700
L/R: RS850 Signature
Center: RSC200 Signature
SS: Onix Rocket ELT DPA
Sub: SVS PB1-ISD
2 Channel (in the making)
Source: TBA
Amplification: TBA (Integra 2.1 interim)
Speakers: AV123 Onix Rocket Strata Mini
Source: HTPC
Display: GT720 (on the wall)
Receiver: HK AVR1700
L/R: RS850 Signature
Center: RSC200 Signature
SS: Onix Rocket ELT DPA
Sub: SVS PB1-ISD
2 Channel (in the making)
Source: TBA
Amplification: TBA (Integra 2.1 interim)
Speakers: AV123 Onix Rocket Strata Mini
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That's what I've always figured, but have been constantly told to get an amp... guess I figured (logically) right. Any suggestions on an amp for the front stage? Figured sides/rears could just run off the receiver.LivingRoom
Source: HTPC
Display: GT720 (on the wall)
Receiver: HK AVR1700
L/R: RS850 Signature
Center: RSC200 Signature
SS: Onix Rocket ELT DPA
Sub: SVS PB1-ISD
2 Channel (in the making)
Source: TBA
Amplification: TBA (Integra 2.1 interim)
Speakers: AV123 Onix Rocket Strata Mini -
I see a SC-57 in your sig, is that what you are currently running them with? Does it not have enough power to drive them? I've done plenty of RT RTI RTIA systems with the SC models and never ran out of gas.
Curious on what you are actually looking to do here.
Better amps will be tuff for 6 bones but the used market does sometimes come with some steals. I think a logical amp to look for would be the mighty B&K REF200.7 or the Older REF7270 This will give you 7 channel at 200 watts and high current delivery. To go 9 just look for a B&K REF 200.2. I find these amps do however hold some nice value so you might have to save up a few more pennies.Dan
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