Carver Av405 MultiChannel Amp

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Mike682
Mike682 Posts: 2,074
I picked this up from a member a few years back. Between work, housework, and the family, the amp is not getting much use at all. I hate to part with it but sometimes that's how it goes..

Amp is in 100% working condition. Cosmetically, I give it a B+ for some very minor scratches. Unit has all cover screws, however is missing two screws on the side panel toward the front (see pics; was received this way and I really don't know what they are for, don't even know if they came with the unit when new).

Specs are: 100w x 2 front, and 110w center, 50w x 2 rears. I used the amp to run my fronts and center. This amp would be a great amp for polkies with receivers looking to bump up the front soundstage.

Amp is heavy, I would say around 30-35 pounds. Measures: 4 1/4" high (w/feet), 14" deep (speaker terminals included), 17" wide

I paid $180 for this a few years back and am selling it for the same price. Of course shipping is more today than it was when i bought it so I have to take that into account.

Price: $180.00 plus shipping. My zip is 11729. Local pickup welcome.
Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
Mains: polk R30
Center: polk CSi3
Rear Surrounds: polk R20
Subwoofer: polk PSW404
DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
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  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited August 2008
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    just a bump....if the price is high relative to current prices let me know..I used to have a full access audio bluebook link someone here gave me but the link no longer works

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • seeclear
    seeclear Posts: 1,237
    edited August 2008
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    Can you tell me what shipping would be to 80863? Thanks
    "Don't forget to change your politician. They are like diapers they need to be changed regularly, and for the same reason."
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited August 2008
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    dbryant wrote: »
    I would buy it if you could possibly take $185 shipped to Maine. Thanks

    sorry, price is firm

    One more bump fellas
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited September 2008
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    Another bump

    Don't forget, if shipping is of concern, I am flexible and will travel within a reasonable distance to meet up with a fellow Polkie from the area...

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited October 2008
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    another bump fellas
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Jeff Beaird
    Jeff Beaird Posts: 217
    edited October 2008
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    Are you still stuck on the price.. ?
    Thanks, Jeff...
  • Jeff Beaird
    Jeff Beaird Posts: 217
    edited October 2008
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    $195 shipped..?
    Thanks, Jeff...
  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited October 2008
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    Hi, There's a new policy and a new section over at the Carver forum for sales by newbies. Your amp will probably sell quickly at that price over there. Geoff
    http://www.carveraudio.com/phpBB3/index.php
  • Jeff Beaird
    Jeff Beaird Posts: 217
    edited October 2008
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    gdb wrote: »
    Hi, There's a new policy and a new section over at the Carver forum for sales by newbies. Your amp will probably sell quickly at that price over there. Geoff
    http://www.carveraudio.com/phpBB3/index.php

    EXCUSE ME...! I'm trying to make a deal here, between the 2 of us..!
    Thanks, Jeff...
  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited October 2008
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    EXCUSE ME...! I'm trying to make a deal here, between the 2 of us..!

    Just pay the man what he wants, it's not that much. The amp is worth it. :)
  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited October 2008
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    sami wrote: »
    just pay the man what he wants, it's not that much. The amp is worth it. :)

    thank you !!!;)
  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited October 2008
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    Jeff,


    lowballing usually isn't how we roll, I don't think its a rule, but its kind of a culture thing. I would say if your going to lowball, perhaps do it by PM..........cause lowballing in the open is probably going to bring on a little ball bustin. (of course, the fact your getting busted on by another newb is hilarious, but hey....thats just me).

    anyhoo, its just a heads up, don't take it any other way
    Living Room 2 Channel -
    Schiit SYS Passive Pre. Jolida CD player. Songbird streamer. California Audio Labs Sigma II DAC, DIY 300as1/a1 Ice modules Class D amp. LSi15 with MM842 woofer upgrade, Nordost Blue Heaven and Unity interconnects.

    Upstairs 2 Channel Rig -
    Prometheus Ref. TVC passive pre, SAE A-205 Amp, Wiim pro streamer and Topping E50 DAC, California Audio Labs DX1 CD player, Von Schweikert VR3.5 speakers.

    Studio Rig - Scarlett 18i20(Gen3) DAW, Mac Mini, Aiyma A07 Max (BridgedX2), Totem Mites
  • Jeff Beaird
    Jeff Beaird Posts: 217
    edited October 2008
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    ohskigod wrote: »
    Jeff,


    if your going to lowball, perhaps do it by PM

    anyhoo, its just a heads up, don't take it any other way

    It was by PM, Mike said we could work something out. So I waited a day or two with no response so I thought I would go public. Hey, I'm just tryin' to save a couple of $$'s...
    I've read gdb's previous posts and it's pretty obvious he ain't got a clue:eek:
    Oh well, all's well... no hard fellings.
    Thanks, Jeff...
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited October 2008
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    pm sent to Jeff
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited October 2008
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    Sale pending
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited October 2008
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    It was by PM, Mike said we could work something out. So I waited a day or two with no response so I thought I would go public. Hey, I'm just tryin' to save a couple of $$'s...
    I've read gdb's previous posts and it's pretty obvious he ain't got a clue:eek:
    Oh well, all's well... no hard fellings.

    As it happens, the one clue that I do have is that when I'm offered a great deal by someone, I DON'T attempt to nickel and dime them for an even lower price!!! No insult was directed at you or anyone else here at CP, the poster stated clearly that his pricing was firm so I was trying to help him get his full price by directing him to the Carver site, where I doubt the amp would have been listed very long before being snatched up at the price asked +shipping!
    I was only trying to be helpful,and while it's true that I don't know a lot about audio equipment, I'll try to be as helpful as possible to others here while hopefully gathering some of those "clues" that you feel I'm lacking.:rolleyes:Geoff
  • jawhog
    jawhog Posts: 444
    edited October 2008
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    Hey look, it was bound to happen. Everyone knows that "G" Geoffs and "J" Jeffs just don't get along.
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited October 2008
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    Amp still available.

    Price drop: $170 plus shipping

    Or willing to meet local polkie within reasonable distance for transaction

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited November 2008
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    Another price drop: Now $160 plus shipping

    As always, willing to meet local polkie within reasonable distance for transaction without shipping

    Mike
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • gtu2004
    gtu2004 Posts: 620
    edited November 2008
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    too little power to power a pair of LSi15s?

    or pairs of LSiFXs and LSi7s?
    Onkyo 805, RtiA5s, Csi5, Rti6s
  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited November 2008
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    gtu2004 wrote: »
    too little power to power a pair of LSi15s?

    or pairs of LSiFXs and LSi7s?

    I only tried the front 3 channels, which were good for a pair of 15's and a single 7.
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited November 2008
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    Hi Is this still for sale? Thanks Jim
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited November 2008
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    gtu2004 wrote: »
    too little power to power a pair of LSi15s?

    or pairs of LSiFXs and LSi7s?

    I'm not sure about powering the LSi as I don't have an experience with the LSi series speaks.

    I used the amp to power my R30's and Csi3 center with no problems (I know my speakers aren't nearly as demanding as the LSis though)
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited November 2008
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    CLPolk wrote: »
    Hi Is this still for sale? Thanks Jim

    Jim,

    Yep, amp still for sale...

    gtu2004 had expressed some interest a few threads up though

    Thanks
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited November 2008
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    Hi Mike I have to go to Tinton Falls, NJ (exit 109 off the Parkway to pick up a pair of SDA2's How close is that to you? Jim
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i
  • Mike682
    Mike682 Posts: 2,074
    edited December 2008
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    CLPolk wrote: »
    Hi Mike I have to go to Tinton Falls, NJ (exit 109 off the Parkway to pick up a pair of SDA2's How close is that to you? Jim

    Pm sent
    Receiver: harmankardon AVR235
    Mains: polk R30
    Center: polk CSi3
    Rear Surrounds: polk R20
    Subwoofer: polk PSW404
    DVD: Panasonic DVD-S29
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited December 2008
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    No Problem I can't Pm yet I only have 6 posts. Shipping to 17754?

    Thanks Jim
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited December 2008
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    Need to Pm and need 4 more posts!!
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited December 2008
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    one to start
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i
  • CLPolk
    CLPolk Posts: 133
    edited December 2008
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    Two to get going
    • SDA SRS 2
    • SDA 1A
    • Monitor 11
    • Monitor 7B
    • CS350lsi
    • RM-6600
    • FX500i