Emotiva Audio UPA-7
trinidesignz
Posts: 97
Is this a good amp for my setup : Denon 3808ci Rti A5 Fxi 5 & Velodyne DPS-12 sub. I'm looking for an amp around that price range $599, that will last me for some time and bring smiles to me and my face face when watching Blu-Ray's.
Thanks in advance for any advice?:D
Thanks in advance for any advice?:D
Samsung-55 LED
Denon 3808ci
RTi A5 (Fronts)
CSi A6 (Center)
FXi 5 (Rears)
Velodyne DPS-12 (Sub)
EMOTIVA XPA-5
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Denon 3808ci
RTi A5 (Fronts)
CSi A6 (Center)
FXi 5 (Rears)
Velodyne DPS-12 (Sub)
EMOTIVA XPA-5
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speaking from personal experience i would spring for the XPA-5, if you are running a 7.1 system you could always just run your rear surrounds thru your AVR
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Upa-7 is going to be a big step up from your internal amp a xpa setup is going to push your system to the limit and will be a huge step up. I think either one you pick you will be happy with.
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Thanks guys!!! I was Looking at the XPA-5 but I live in a condo and i don't wanna psuh it unless I do buy it and if get kick out, I'll stay by Acsubie / Montoya lolol.Samsung-55 LED
Denon 3808ci
RTi A5 (Fronts)
CSi A6 (Center)
FXi 5 (Rears)
Velodyne DPS-12 (Sub)
EMOTIVA XPA-5:cool::p;):) -
its always great to know you have that extra "Uumph" if the occassion arises!!
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I have used several emotiva products (i think 7), and they have all been AMAZING quality and have just flat out performed. Emotiva is one of my favorite companies because of their products, their employees, and the great service they give.
The UPA-7 is a perfect amp based off the LPA-1 that i used to own. That amp can just flat out perform. Best thing for the money around...seriously. The XPA line does take it a step up though. Its going to keep on going where the UPA-7 would loose steam. Its an amp built for performance and it knows no end. No matter what you choose from emotiva though i can gurantee you will be VERY happy
Pro-ject RM-9.1 w/ Grado Sonata 1 -> USP-1 -> RPA-1 -> Vienna Acoustics Mozart Grands -
Thanks everyone from Emotiva forum was tell me to go with the XPA-5.
oh by the way how to u guys get that writing under your messages, stating what type of equipment you have?Samsung-55 LED
Denon 3808ci
RTi A5 (Fronts)
CSi A6 (Center)
FXi 5 (Rears)
Velodyne DPS-12 (Sub)
EMOTIVA XPA-5:cool::p;):) -
trinidesignz wrote: »Thanks everyone from Emotiva forum was tell me to go with the XPA-5.
oh by the way how to u guys get that writing under your messages, stating what type of equipment you have?
Go to the top-left of this page, where it says 'User CP', and then go to 'Edit signature'. Fill in your set up:)I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE! -
Trin, that is the beauty of having the XPA, you don't have to push it. If you keep the volume down, it will still be nice and articulate & clear. When you do want to push it, you will have a grin on your face that won't ever leave!:Dtrinidesignz wrote: »Thanks guys!!! I was Looking at the XPA-5 but I live in a condo and i don't wanna psuh it unless I do buy it and if get kick out, I'll stay by Acsubie / Montoya lolol.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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Cfrizz, you already put a GRIN on my face by saying "if you keep the volume down, it will still be nice and articulate & clear." Boy oh Boy!Samsung-55 LED
Denon 3808ci
RTi A5 (Fronts)
CSi A6 (Center)
FXi 5 (Rears)
Velodyne DPS-12 (Sub)
EMOTIVA XPA-5:cool::p;):) -
That was my biggest shock when I got my first serious amp. The Parasound 1500A 205wpc!
This was back when I had a receiver. My usual listening volume was -30 and it was still muddled. When I got the amp, that was too LOUD! I had to turn it down to -40, and it was as clear as a bell!:Dtrinidesignz wrote: »Cfrizz, you already put a GRIN on my face by saying "if you keep the volume down, it will still be nice and articulate & clear." Boy oh Boy!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 -
That was my biggest shock when I got my first serious amp. The Parasound 1500A 205wpc!
This was back when I had a receiver. My usual listening volume was -30 and it was still muddled. When I got the amp, that was too LOUD! I had to turn it down to -40, and it was as clear as a bell!:D
that is exactly what I was looking for! I'm new to all of this, and I was wondering if there was any advantage to getting an external amp other than being able to drive the higher end speakers with more drivers etc and higher volumes. I have the same problem where listening at lower volumes the sound isn't as clearly defined as I'd like. If getting a separate amp helps with that, I'm definitely gonna look into getting one.
