WTS: Powerful, Cool-running Carver amp $250+shipping

I-SIG
I-SIG Posts: 2,243
edited January 2007 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
SPF to Andy. Thanks!

Folks,

I've had this up here for awhile, but I'm gonna put up again with a new title to see what happens.

I have a Carver M1.0-t amp that's rated at 200w/ch (1k mono bridged) and runs cool for those looking to tuck this away in a tight HT center. It'll do 400W per @ 4ohms and is 2ohm stable I do believe. 2-ohm loads would probably make it warm up some though. :D

Original thread w/ pics and more info!

In my orignal posting, I mentioned that it had been serviced. The 90 days of the shop's warranty has since expired, however if something happens to this thing in the first month from the delivery date, send it back to me and I'll either get it fixed again or refund your $250. I won't refund shipping. Sorry folks.

Wes
Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited September 2006
    Wow, beats my why you haven't had any bites at all. Just curious, what's the output at 4ohms? Is it 2ohm stable?
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  • quickr1
    quickr1 Posts: 414
    edited September 2006
    what had happened to it that it needed to be serviced?
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,243
    edited September 2006
    I believe an output transistor(s) let go. The service tech said everything else was in good shape and to spec.

    Wes
    Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,243
    edited January 2007
    bump w/ shipping included.

    wes
    Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited January 2007
    Is this model a common ground design?
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  • mwaarna
    mwaarna Posts: 280
    edited January 2007
    Any link to manufacturer Specifications for this model?

    Any idea what the THD for both channels are?
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  • candyliquor35m
    candyliquor35m Posts: 2,267
    edited January 2007
    Solid amp and good price.
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  • tonyb
    tonyb Posts: 32,963
    edited January 2007
    Those of you on a budget,and those looking for some go-go juice for the LSI line,it doesn't get any better than this for the price.
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  • hoosier21
    hoosier21 Posts: 4,411
    edited January 2007
    strider wrote:
    Is this model a common ground design?

    Yes it is.
    mwaarna wrote:
    Any link to manufacturer Specifications for this model?

    Any idea what the THD for both channels are?

    Carver Audio is long gone.

    Impedance Watts Per Channel THD %
    8 Ohms 200 .5
    4 Ohms 400 .5
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited January 2007
    I had one of these before jumping to the m1.5t.

    Buy this amp people! At this price, it's a steal. I have no need for it or I would snatch it up.
    No excuses!
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    Interested, Pm'd seller to discuss details.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited January 2007
    I'd like to be second if you don't end up with it. I can't stand that AI-1 interconnect.

    Thanks,
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  • I-SIG
    I-SIG Posts: 2,243
    edited January 2007
    AndyGwis wrote:
    Interested, Pm'd seller to discuss details.

    Reply sent. SPF to Andy at this point. Thanks, everyone, for adding the necesary info and to Andy for the interest.

    If Andy changes his mind, you're next, Ben.

    Wes
    Link: http://polkarmy.com/forums

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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    Sending check this afternoon. Buying another amp was no-where near the top of my list of audio buys, but sometimes you just have to go with your gut. . .and my gut wanted to feast on the crushing magnetic field power of late 80's Bob Carver fame.

    When the Beast is hungry, you feed the 'effing Beast.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited January 2007
    AndyGwis wrote:
    ....Buying another amp was no-where near the top of my list of audio buys, but, sometimes you just have to go with you gut. . .and my gut wanted to feast on the crushing magnetic field power of late 80's Bob Carver fame.

    When the Beast is hungry, you feed the 'effing Beast.

    Amen to that! Enjoy!
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    This is starting to become a very costly habit. I think I've responded with "I'm interested" as much on the FM as I have to the recent Karmas. . . never a good sign.

    My sig keeps growing. Need to take a look at the ever mounting "inventory" this weekend and possibly unload some stuff. Look for an FS offering from me in the near future.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    Just FYI, I received the Carver at my office today. It was super-fast shipping from Wes, and packed to withstand any foreseeable incident. Thanks so much!

    +1 going to shack for this one. Always a pleasure to buy from the FM, starting to get real tired of the eBay hassle.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • Ron Temple
    Ron Temple Posts: 3,212
    edited January 2007
    Let us know how you like it. That was a great deal. I've seen them go in the high $300s on CL, less on ebay but not close to this FM deal.

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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    Well, if it perform as well as I think it will, you won't be seeing this one on CL, ebay, or Audiogon anytime soon :)

    Like I said to ISig earlier, I don't see how Bob got so much power in this little box. It's less than half the size/weight of my B&K amp, and almost twice the power.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • avguytx
    avguytx Posts: 1,628
    edited January 2007
    Theres an M1.0t that's on Ebay right now at over $400! Most go between $200 and $350 depending on location, condition, etc. Makes me glad I have one! I will be getting a 2nd one as soon as I buy the SDA's. I want to get the speakers out of the way first. Should have my C-1 in by hopefully Friday, too.

    AndyWis...good to see another fellow Texan in the crowd. I'm just north of you around Denton.
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    I see a lot of audio stuff on ebay listed from Denton. Are you the seller?

    Anyway, there are a few North Texans on the forum, some famous ones like Russman, even. Maybe we can get together sometime for a local audio show and tell. . . and drink.

    I plan on hanging onto this bad boy for a while, too. Need a preamp now, my B&K doesn't have all the features I'm looking for, the Nad I got off ebay was broken, and the cheapo Kenwood I have looks like hell.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • avguytx
    avguytx Posts: 1,628
    edited January 2007
    I thought I remember seeing where Russman was from around here. I think one of the moderators is from NE Arkansas where I grew up...or maybe that's another forum! lol

    I think there are a few sellers from Denton. Mine doesn't actually list exact location. I sell things from time to time though. I buy something, use it for awhile, move it on and go to something else. Other things, friends buy from me or I give them away. I'm an electronics rep for home and car stuff so I sometimes have a ton of crap I have to unload!
    Richard? Who's your favorite Little Rascal? Alfalfa? Or is it........................Spanky?.................................Sinner.
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited January 2007
    Well, ping me next time you look to unload some home audio gear. I'm a sucker for stockpiling gear, have a hard time passing up a good deal. . .
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • avguytx
    avguytx Posts: 1,628
    edited January 2007
    Can do. I'll PM you since it's not good to announce it in here! Someone will just have to ask me if I have anything at any given moment! haha
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