thinkin about arcam

jayman_1975
jayman_1975 Posts: 672
edited September 2006 in Electronics
Hey all...lately i've been getting more particular about two channel listening since i added my Rotel RB1070 to the mix. I Don't want to completely get rid of my h/t setup. I currently use a Denon 3805 as pre/pro to the Rotel amp to Monitor 70's.
I have been reading alot on the Arcam avr's and have found rave reviews about their musical abilities. I have the opportunity to snag an Avr100 for a decent price (would have to sell the Denon). Anyone here had experience with this reciever and Polk speakers? Am i possibly getting as much from my 70's already with the Denon and would not notice much improvement?
Any input would be much appreciated as i have nowhere to demo anything nearby.
Also, if i did this switch i would have a little left over to possibly pick up a better source. I have found a modified toshiba 3960 for cheap. I have heard a few on here say that this is a decent player but never heard talk about one being modded. I looks like the mods were done to upgrade the two channel analog as there are gold plated rca plugs as well as some interior upgrades as well. Keeping in mind that i only have room for one player i have to try to find something that does audio and video decently.
Onkyo TX NR 5008 modified by The Upgrade Company
Oppo BDP 93 modified by The Upgrade Company
Arcam CD37
Monitor Audio Gold GS 60
Revolver Audio Music 5 towers.(surround)
Vandersteen V2W
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited August 2006
    I have an experience with Arcam, it may not directly related to your request, but I thought I share. I was in a music store "Gramophone" in Singapore, looking for CDs. The store has a simple setup 2 channel setup in the front, and it produces such a wonderful music, that is unbelievaly natural sounding and balance. Bass was more than adequate, top-end was very natural, on female jazz vocal. The system is consist of an Arcam CD Player, an Arcam A65 integrated, and an older version of B&W 602 (I think).

    I don't really have any experience with Arcam products, but listening to the system, I can't stop thinking about how critical system synergy is.

    Next time around, I will definitely check out Arcam's synergy and blending ability with Polk LSis.
    I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited August 2006
    The Arcam CD73T is very next on my list
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited September 2006
    zombie boy 2000 wrote:
    The Arcam CD73T is very next on my list
    Why the Arcam and not the Music Hall CD25.2 for $100 less:confused: ? The MH has received some very good reviews from the snobs at TAS Sally and HP.
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited September 2006
    Why not add a pre amp to improve 2 channel listening, removing AVR for this mode?

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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