Receiver for LSI's

Mick88
Mick88 Posts: 26
edited August 2006 in Electronics
I am looking at upgrading my current Sony ES receiver to a more powerful amp or reciever. I have LSI 15's, LSIC, and LSi/FX. While the old Sony (DA4ES) is hanging in there and sounds good, I am looking for something with more power to feed the LSI's. Does anyone have any opinions/comments on Adcoms new receiver??

ADCOM
GFR-700 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver

http://www.adcom.com/newproducts/GFR700ii.htm

Thanks
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited August 2006
    Check Rotel RSX-1067. Brute force, tight low end, clean top end, and spank the LSi like its own ****. Sorry, dunno anything about Adcom in this case.
    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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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited August 2006
    It looks like it will do fine. Most importantly, it has preamp outputs to add even more powerful amps if needed! Or if your Sony has them you would just have to by a separate amp/s to get more power!

    Welcome Mick.
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited August 2006
    It's a very nice choice but there are all kinds of options for you. It will definetly provide some more low end slam due to the amplifier design.

    Why did you conclude that you needed more power? or do you have the upgrade bug?
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • Jeffrey_B
    Jeffrey_B Posts: 21
    edited August 2006
    Mick88 wrote:
    I am looking at upgrading my current Sony ES receiver to a more powerful amp or reciever. I have LSI 15's, LSIC, and LSi/FX. While the old Sony (DA4ES) is hanging in there and sounds good, I am looking for something with more power to feed the LSI's. Does anyone have any opinions/comments on Adcoms new receiver??

    ADCOM
    GFR-700 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver

    http://www.adcom.com/newproducts/GFR700ii.htm

    Thanks
    I added a Parasound 5250 to my Sony ES30 (using it as a front end); I have Polk LSI9, Center, and FX's. That might work for you. JEFF
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,204
    edited August 2006
    Adcom has always made great stuff, I see no reason not to use this.

    Dan
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
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  • josh_parsons626
    josh_parsons626 Posts: 219
    edited August 2006
    http://www.rotel.com/products/specs/rmb1095.htm
    Don't forget to look at My Home Theater :D

    Receiver - Onkyo TX-SR503
    Fronts - Polk Audio Monitor 40
    Center - Polk Audio CS1
    Surrounds - Paradigm Cinema ADP
    Subwoofer - Velodyne VRP-1200
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited August 2006
    Look into the Sony 7100es, us it as a pre/pro and add a good power amp. Outstanding results if youre a big Sony Fan as I somewhat am.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • Shannon W.
    Shannon W. Posts: 568
    edited August 2006
    I was running my whole LSi 7.1 system off my Sony da4es receiver until 2 weeks ago when I came across a killer deal on a Sunfire signature Series Cinema Grand Seven. I hooked it up using the Sony as the Preamp and it works great. Also just knowing that I have an amp that can feed those speakers 800wpc is great.
    If money is issues for an amp check out this little Jewel. http://www.av123.com/products_product.php?section=processors&product=29.1
    But I would say keep your receiver and just ad a separate amp. Shannon
    50" Samsung Plasma
    Sony STR-DA4ES "use as Pre/amp"
    Pioneer Elite DV-45A DVD Player
    DLO HomeDock Deluxe iPod docking station
    Directv HR20 Sat. Receiver in black
    Sunfire Cinema Grand 7 Signature Amp
    Monster Cable AVS2000
    Monster Cable HTPS 5100 MKII
    Polk LSi 9's Front R/L
    Polk LSiC Center
    Polk LSiFX R/L Surround
    Polk LSi 7's Rear R/L
    SVS PB12-Plus/2
    Velodyne SMS-1
    Sony PS3
    Click Here To View my Rig
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited August 2006
    Agreed as Shannon stated. That Amp is bad **** Shannon and that price is insane, wow thats a good deal.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • Mick88
    Mick88 Posts: 26
    edited August 2006
    Thanks everyone for your great input. Now, I just need to decide!
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  • Shannon W.
    Shannon W. Posts: 568
    edited August 2006
    If you have any other qustions feel free to ask.
    50" Samsung Plasma
    Sony STR-DA4ES "use as Pre/amp"
    Pioneer Elite DV-45A DVD Player
    DLO HomeDock Deluxe iPod docking station
    Directv HR20 Sat. Receiver in black
    Sunfire Cinema Grand 7 Signature Amp
    Monster Cable AVS2000
    Monster Cable HTPS 5100 MKII
    Polk LSi 9's Front R/L
    Polk LSiC Center
    Polk LSiFX R/L Surround
    Polk LSi 7's Rear R/L
    SVS PB12-Plus/2
    Velodyne SMS-1
    Sony PS3
    Click Here To View my Rig
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited August 2006
    I agree with just getting a good amp. Either that or an amp/pre combo rather than a receiver - especially for a full LSI set up. Try Outlaw Audio. Their combos have been very popular with LSI owners.
    Sharp Elite 70
    Anthem D2V 3D
    Parasound 5250
    Parasound HCA 1000 A
    Parasound HCA 1000
    Oppo BDP 95
    Von Schweikert VR4 Jr R/L Fronts
    Von Schweikert LCR 4 Center
    Totem Mask Surrounds X4
    Hsu ULS-15 Quad Drive Subwoofers
    Sony PS3
    Squeezebox Touch

    Polk Atrium 7s on the patio just to keep my foot in the door.
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  • Shannon W.
    Shannon W. Posts: 568
    edited August 2006
    How do you like the Anthem D2 preamp? I'm looking into ether it or the Sunfire TGP-5. I have a Sunfire dealer close to home that sells Sunfire stuff at 30% off retail. I would not be upgrading from the Sony if I wasn’t anal about having matching components. Thanks! Shannon.
    50" Samsung Plasma
    Sony STR-DA4ES "use as Pre/amp"
    Pioneer Elite DV-45A DVD Player
    DLO HomeDock Deluxe iPod docking station
    Directv HR20 Sat. Receiver in black
    Sunfire Cinema Grand 7 Signature Amp
    Monster Cable AVS2000
    Monster Cable HTPS 5100 MKII
    Polk LSi 9's Front R/L
    Polk LSiC Center
    Polk LSiFX R/L Surround
    Polk LSi 7's Rear R/L
    SVS PB12-Plus/2
    Velodyne SMS-1
    Sony PS3
    Click Here To View my Rig
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited August 2006
    I love it. It sounds incredible and I am enjoying every minute. I have never heard the Sunfire but the D2 has a Genum scaler which is very nice.
    Sharp Elite 70
    Anthem D2V 3D
    Parasound 5250
    Parasound HCA 1000 A
    Parasound HCA 1000
    Oppo BDP 95
    Von Schweikert VR4 Jr R/L Fronts
    Von Schweikert LCR 4 Center
    Totem Mask Surrounds X4
    Hsu ULS-15 Quad Drive Subwoofers
    Sony PS3
    Squeezebox Touch

    Polk Atrium 7s on the patio just to keep my foot in the door.
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  • BOLIN6861
    BOLIN6861 Posts: 13
    edited August 2006
    I HAVE 2 ADCOM GFA=555 (1) ADCOM GTP-550 5.1 PRE=AMP
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    600 WATT'S PER SIDE TO THE FRONT
    100 WATT'S TO THE REAR
    THATS 8.1 SURROUND
    MIKE
    POLK SDA 2.3
    ADCOM POWER!
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