FS - Odyssey Khartago (Stratos Upgrade) - Silver, Mint

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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited October 2007
    Sold?!? Great work. Can we please crap up this FS thread now?

    It's hard for me to sit idly by, especially in a Sidvicious FS thread, without making some unnecessary comments / idle chatter.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    haha

    Lets do it ---

    Lets still talk about how good the Khartago is...

    Haha, it really is a stout amp -- especially in Stratos form...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited October 2007
    Dude, cracked 2000 and still a Polkologist. What's next, and when do I get there?

    If I had the money, the space, AND the interest in this amp, I totally would've gotten it.

    Great snag, Solid!
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    So wait . . . it's not a Khartgo . . . it's a stratos . . . I'm not sure what I am going to buy, but it sounds good.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    Its a Khartago in a physical external appearance...

    Crack the top and you get the Stratos.

    Stratos Transformers, Cap Layout, board, wiring, xlr inputs, etc etc

    Its a Khartago on steroids. Lots of power, tons of reserve current, incredibly transparent and smooth.
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    God I am so pumped! Thanks so much. I've really needed a better amp for my Adagios.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    You will be impressed.

    Its a stellar amp.
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited October 2007
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    God I am so pumped! Thanks so much. I've really needed a better amp for my Adagios.


    Oh yeah. This amp will power da hell out of your speakers. No problem. This was a great purchase for you.
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  • Chicomoralessxm
    Chicomoralessxm Posts: 417
    edited October 2007
    Man i just saw this thread, I was talking with klaus and he was suggustioning the exact same amp, the Souped up Khartago with some mods. I'm just tryiing to find the extra cash to get on, to be i missed out on this! How much does it actually weigh? Also wondering how bad it will sound if i don't leave on all the time like Sid suggusts?
    Chicomorales:)
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited October 2007
    I have one and it's the bee's knees.
    Powers my 88db's superbly. All on just 130 wpc.
    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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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    So you're telling me I bought bee's knees? I'm so damn confused. Is it a Khartgo? No. It's a Stratos in a Khartgo body. So my amp has identity issues. . . now, you're telling me I bought insect limbs. I don't understand you people.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited October 2007
    It also doubles as a toaster.
    And tends to cross-dress every other Thursday.
    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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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited October 2007
    And tends to cross-dress every other Thursday

    Stop projecting, zombie boy.
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited October 2007
    That's what my therapist keeps saying.
    Anyway... do you think this dress makes me look fat?
    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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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    Umm hickup
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited October 2007
    What kind of name is that??? Khartago???
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited October 2007
    It means "lick balls and cabbage" in Swahili.
    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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  • OldSycamoreTree
    OldSycamoreTree Posts: 70
    edited October 2007
    I have a black version of this hot-rod Khartago.
    The seller is right these amps kick ****.
    Like havin' a 428 cj in the little early Mustangs.
    In oomph they are equal to a 200wpc+ modern mass- produced stuff.
    In tonality there is no comparison. Ody is a great ss amp.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    Pretty much known for having a garuntee of safe arrival --

    And I always post pictures of how I plan to do it this time for insurance and for satisfaction to the buyer ---

    Here are in the process --

    Just an overview, under the amp is above 4" of space, with strategically placed unbreakable foam boards spacing the internal box from the bottom, and on top of that is a layer of cardboard to further add a platform -- then of course the internal box...

    then I used styrofoam with reinforced cardboard inserts for the corners, then I basically filled in the sides with styrofoam to keep about 1-1.5" of space between the internal and external box on all sides...

    Once I put the amp in, the internal box will be sealed, and on top of the internal box will be 4" of unbreakable foam to further protect the internal box...

    On the internal box, the PC, Manual, - each will be wrapped in their own bag. The amp will be protected by a thick plastic cover. Manufactures packaging will be used...

    And on all open sides - styrofoam will be placed....
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    All that for me? Wow I'm honored. I sold my Trio today. I always get bummed out after I sell a good piece of equipment. . . . . like I lost a child or something. I was depressed for a week after selling my Lsi15s. I need to learn how to settle down. I'm hoping this Odyssey will slow me down a bit.

    Thanks,

    Mike
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    Haha

    Wanted to double check something -- so took some pics of the underside too to show the foam boards for support...

    Odd as it sounds ---

    My motto when I sell stuff is never to see it again, unless I buy it again later... so I go the extra mile..
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    Trey what do you do for a living? You seem to know more aout audio than any other 18 year old I have ever met.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    Eh, I dont know to much, I just know a few things here and there --

    But I currently work at a Music store in the PA department, rocking out daily ;)

    But I've been on this board since 2002

    Thanks though ;)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    I would just like to say that Trey is the man. Thanks to him, I have the best amp I have ever owned. My system sounds better than ever before (and its not even warmed up yet!) Unit arrived MINT and wrapped in a FORTRESS of cardboard and squishy stuff. I highly recommend buying from Trey!
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    Thanks --

    You are in for a surprise man...

    After about... hmmm -- 2 days...

    You will be in for a treat, the sound will be more controlled and more expansive once those bad boys charge up....

    Thanks for the fast payment, and feedback is coming your way
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited October 2007
    Sweeeeet. Great amp. Great packing.

    Listen to the amp.

    Try to blow up the packing with fireworks.

    Great enjoyment from both. :p
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited October 2007
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    I would just like to say that Trey is the man. Thanks to him, I have the best amp I have ever owned. My system sounds better than ever before (and its not even warmed up yet!)

    Great!!

    Glad to hear you're enjoying your new amp.
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  • Chicomoralessxm
    Chicomoralessxm Posts: 417
    edited October 2007
    do theseamps run warm, or really cool? just wondering i live in the caribbean no much ventilation in my apartment
    Chicomorales:)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,646
    edited October 2007
    They run on the warm side, but they arnt like HOT
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited October 2007
    I agree, Warm, but you'd have no problem sitting naked for hours on the cover because your apartment's freezing and you have no money to spend on utilities because you've spent it all on stereo equipment.

    . . . I'm just saying
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