B&K Ref 200.5 amp - 5 channel, 200w@8ohm

tcrossma
tcrossma Posts: 1,301
edited August 2008 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
** SOLD **

Well, I'm downgrading my system and concentrating on 2-channel so my B&K 200.5 amp has to go. This is a 5-channel amp capable of 200w @ 8 ohm and 350w @ 4ohm. It's been driving my LSi15's wonderfully for the past 8 months and I hate to see it go, but I'm only using 2 channels and feel that it's being wasted. I have tested each of the 5 channels to make sure they function.

It has both RCA and Balanced inputs, selectable for channels 1-2, 3, and 4-5. There's a 12v trigger for automatic turn on/off.

B&K has a nice warm, rich sound that is a pleasure to listen to. It has a ton of headroom and effortlessly drives the 4ohm load of my LSi's.

For condition I'd rate it an 8/10 with the following known issues:

- There's a hairline scratch along the right side of the unit. I couldn't see it until I snapped the photo and the flash hit it, but it's very visible under direct light.

- The plastic binding post "wrapping" (it's the plastic that covers the binding posts) on Channel #2 has some of the little tabs missing. This does not affect the post in any way and I think the plastic is only there as a "grip".

The rest of the until is in excellent condition with not a mark anywhere except that scratch on the right side.

I'm the 2nd owner and I do not have the original box, but it will be double boxes and shipped to withstand a nuclear blast.

I prefer paypal and I'll eat the 3% fee.

* SOLD * Price is $1200 and I'll cover shipping (this until is HEAVY) and Paypal.

Thanks for looking.
Speakers: Polk LSi15
Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
Amp: Pass Labs X-150
CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
Cartridge:Denon DL-160
Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH
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  • tcrossma
    tcrossma Posts: 1,301
    edited July 2008
    Just a quick bump on this. Note that I'm including shipping plus PayPal which works out to about $125 (this thing weights about 80 lbs)... It's a wonderful sounding amp with typical B&K quality and has functioned flawlessly for me.
    Speakers: Polk LSi15
    Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
    Amp: Pass Labs X-150
    CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
    Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
    Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
    TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
    Cartridge:Denon DL-160
    Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH
  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited July 2008
    This is a great deal. One just went on Sleazbay for 1200 or something + Shipping + the unknown of buying there.
    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
  • tcrossma
    tcrossma Posts: 1,301
    edited July 2008
    A little bump, last one before it's off to the 'Gon.
    Speakers: Polk LSi15
    Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
    Amp: Pass Labs X-150
    CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
    Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
    Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
    TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
    Cartridge:Denon DL-160
    Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH
  • wodom1
    wodom1 Posts: 1,054
    edited July 2008
    If I wasn't saving my cash to buy a Harley, I'd be all over this. Good luck with the sale!
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    Polk Audio LSi15
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  • szhleppy
    szhleppy Posts: 320
    edited July 2008
    Damn.... I just came by to see if my listing from a few weeks ago got anyone's attention and saw this. This would look right at home next to the ST2140 I have running my outdoor speakers.

    Send me your Paypal info and I'll send you a payment... assuming you still have it.

    This is why I don't stop by very often.
  • tcrossma
    tcrossma Posts: 1,301
    edited July 2008
    It's still available, and PM sent
    Speakers: Polk LSi15
    Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
    Amp: Pass Labs X-150
    CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
    Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
    Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
    TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
    Cartridge:Denon DL-160
    Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH
  • tcrossma
    tcrossma Posts: 1,301
    edited July 2008
    Sold, thanks szhleppy!
    Speakers: Polk LSi15
    Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
    Amp: Pass Labs X-150
    CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
    Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
    Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
    TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
    Cartridge:Denon DL-160
    Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH
  • szhleppy
    szhleppy Posts: 320
    edited August 2008
    Thanks Tim. Received this amp today... this thing was packed to handle everything UPS tried to thow at it.

    I hooked it up and it makes the LSi9's sound like they're supposed to.

    Thanks!
  • tcrossma
    tcrossma Posts: 1,301
    edited August 2008
    Thanks Courtney, glad you're liking it. It's a fantastic amp.

    tim
    Speakers: Polk LSi15
    Pre: Adcom GFP-750 with HT Bypass
    Amp: Pass Labs X-150
    CD/DVD Player: Classe CDP-10
    Interconnects: MIT Shortgun S3 Pro XLR
    Speaker cables: MIT MH-750 bi-wire
    TT:Micro Seiki DD-35
    Cartridge:Denon DL-160
    Phono Pre:PS Audio GCPH