B&k st125.2

smglbrth
smglbrth Posts: 1,488
edited December 2009 in For Sale (FS) Classifieds
I'm selling my 125.2. I purchased this new and it has been well cared for. This has been the baby of my system since I got it.

Specs state as follows (in the manual)

140 watts/channel @ 8 ohms
185 watts/channel @ 4 ohms
THD .09%
Frequency Response 5Hz-45kHz
Damping Factor 100
Peak to Peak Current 30 Amps
Dynamic Headroom 1.4dB
S/N 95dB

Hopefully the pics turn out ok on the forum, if they even show up! There is one small "smudge" on the front faceplate. I couldn't get it to come out in the pics but it's by the power button. I call it a "smudge" because it's not a scratch at all. You can only see it in the right light but it won't come off with cleaning so it's there. Probably happened in one of my moves.

I'd like to get $400 plus shipping. I know of other B&K amps that haven't been moving but they are usually second/third owners or demos.

In case you can't send a pm email me at home. galbraith@tds.net

I do have the box, power cord and manual.
Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited April 2009
    Bump....Price drop, only one, $350 plus shipping.
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  • saanthony
    saanthony Posts: 12
    edited May 2009
    thinking about it
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  • GEBBY44
    GEBBY44 Posts: 939
    edited May 2009
    I'd be willing to bet you're also thinking about selling something here on the forum soon...


    Can't beat this amp for the price. B&K builds great quality stuff and this would last for 20 years without any problems. Good luck with the sale.
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Thanks for the kind words on B&K. I really chomped at the bit placing this in the box...
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • Gadabout
    Gadabout Posts: 1,072
    edited May 2009
    Very Fair Price. I have 2 of theses amps (bought in the Flea Market) and paid $400+ for each. Solid Amp and Solid Performer. Of course, I'm a B&K fan.

    Good luck with the sale,
    Scott
    Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid. ..... Frank Zappa
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Weekend bump for a really nice amp!
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • pacificoastbear
    pacificoastbear Posts: 105
    edited May 2009
    Someone needs to pick this up before I end up buying another piece I don't really need. I have a B&K pre in the bedroom and will probably have it for another 10 years. As Gebby said, B&K is built for decades of great use.

    Good luck with the sale.
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  • danz1906
    danz1906 Posts: 5,144
    edited May 2009
    Great Looking Amp-Good luck with the Sale.
    Linn AV5140 fronts
    Linn AV5120 Center
    Linn AV5140 Rears
    M&K MX-70 Sub for Music
    Odyssey Mono-Blocs
    SVS Ultra-13 Gloss Black:D
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Thanks for the kind words! I will miss this since it was the first, in my opinion, really "nice" piece of gear I purchased "new". But..., sell gear to get gear. (who was it that said that?)
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Bump, from page 3!
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited May 2009
    A couple of questions as I have never heard a B&K amp...

    1. What is the audiophile term for the "sound" of B&K (ex. warm, bass heavy, etc, etc,)?
    2. I this bad boy considered better for H/T or 2-channel or both?

    Very nice amp by the way. I am interested.
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  • phipiper10
    phipiper10 Posts: 955
    edited May 2009
    For me I'd call it just a tad on the warmer side of neutral. Bass is full and solid. Not sure if it's the absolute last word in detail but it does pretty well in this area.

    I have reference series which may have a slightly different signature sound than the ST though I've read good things about the st series.

    Questions 2 is more subjective I'd say.
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Sorry I didn't get back right away, I've been working.:rolleyes:

    Anyway to your questions.

    Question #1 - I'm no audiophile (don't make enough dough for that) but I have heard that B&K amps tend to lean to the warm side. As for me it's harder to answer, personally. I like it since it's not in your face until you want it to be, sort of speak. It will roll up the decibel levels quickly but not at all on the harsh side. Just a very nice sound. Phipiper is spot on.

    Question #2 - Wouldn't know exactly how to answer that one. I've always been a 2 channel kind of guy and never paid much attention how things do with surround stuff. Critical listening always came with 2 channel. I know with this area it shines.

    I was thinking about putting this up on A'gon this weekend but if you want me to hold off that's fine. Either way let me know.
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited May 2009
    One more question (I know this gets asked a bunch on this forum) but is this amp "Common Ground" so I can use with my SDA's?

    Thanks!
    Eric.
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    I have no clue having never owned SDA's. I haven't heard of B&K having problems with SDA's however. You might want to ask someone who would know for sure.

    Sorry I couldn't help you with that one. I know the question comes up CONSTANTLY and while some amps have problems I just don't know.

    I'll hold off for the weekend, until you can get your info, for the A'gon listing.
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited May 2009
    No, go ahead and put it on Agon. I would hate to hold you up and then me not buy it from you.
    It is a very nice amp and it will sell fast on Agon. Thanks again.
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited May 2009
    One more bump for a nice amp and can anybody chime in and let me know if this is a common ground amp?
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    I'm a patient guy, besides, it's just sitting the box. I'll wait until after the weekend to list it. Hopefully someone will chime in the "common ground" issue for you!
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited May 2009
    These sound gorgeous with the LSi's.
    -Ignorance is strength -
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited May 2009
    Conradicles wrote: »
    One more bump for a nice amp and can anybody chime in and let me know if this is a common ground amp?

    Yes,I was on the verge of buying a B&K at one time,I called B&K to confirm,their amps are common ground.
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited May 2009
    Thanks Mike!
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited May 2009
    Weekly Bump... Now on listed on A'Gon as well.
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited June 2009
    Another bump.... Wow, from page 6!
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited June 2009
    I am dropping the price on this once again, reluctantly...

    $325 plus shipping or $350 with shipping included, depending on which is cheaper for YOU.

    If it still doesn't sell here then I'll probably just hang on to it (or let it rot in the box). My wife is tired of seeing it lay around..., doing nothing.
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • pablo_rodz
    pablo_rodz Posts: 331
    edited June 2009
    Where are you located?
    HT:
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    Living Room:
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited June 2009
    PM sent.
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited July 2009
    Bump..., still available!
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited July 2009
    Bump for a sweet amp.
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  • smglbrth
    smglbrth Posts: 1,488
    edited September 2009
    Just a bump in case anyone is looking..., it's been a while.
    Remember, when you're running from something, you're running to something...-me
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,173
    edited December 2009
    smglbrth, do you still have this amp for sale?
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