Kinergetics Chiro C-190 Amp & Mesa Sub
soiset
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I have a matched set of the Kinergetics Chiro C-190 amplifier and Mesa sub. The amp and sub are a THX certified pair.
The sub is a ported 15" driver, with a beautiful 1" thick black granite top. It's really good looking and would work as an end table. It's also one heavy ****. Dimensions are 22hx20x20.
The amp is mono, with a 12vdc switch, and various line-level rca inputs, with 5-way binding posts. It has a really handsome thick machined aluminum face.
The freq response extends to below 25 Hz, and it will fill a large room with plenty of bass. I recommend it for HT more than music. The original retail on the amp and sub was $1600.
The sub driver was re-coned professionally, locally, and the amp was gone over by the head Kinergetics tech guy in California, after they had closed shop. Apparently there was some sub-par soldering, and he re-worked the innards.
I got it as a place-holder unit after I sold my Polk PSW1200, until I get my DIY sonosubs built. I used it for about two months, and it is truly a phenomenal sub. I came across a really cheap deal for an entire HT package set, sub included, so I'm passing this beauty on. It is far superior to my new sub, but that will get me off my butt to build my sonosub. I was in no hurry to build my own while I had this Chiro.
When I got it, the only problem was that the power switch push-button cap on the amp was missing. I finally found a source for it, and put it on. I got it with two of the actual MEC switches, so those will come with the package, in case the new owner ever needs a new one. Also, there was no power cord, so I ordered a Volex 17604 for it. What I got was not a Volex, but it's still a 14 ga shielded IEC power cord, so I was satisfied. That is included as well.
The large parabolic wooden feet are in good condition, and have standard 1/4-20 inserts for spikes, which are not included.
$350. I would very much prefer local pickup, but if someone's absolutely gotta have it, I'll ship it to the CONUS for boxes and shipping cost, plus $20 for the PITA.
Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37837837@N07/sets/72157617528811391/
The sub is a ported 15" driver, with a beautiful 1" thick black granite top. It's really good looking and would work as an end table. It's also one heavy ****. Dimensions are 22hx20x20.
The amp is mono, with a 12vdc switch, and various line-level rca inputs, with 5-way binding posts. It has a really handsome thick machined aluminum face.
The freq response extends to below 25 Hz, and it will fill a large room with plenty of bass. I recommend it for HT more than music. The original retail on the amp and sub was $1600.
The sub driver was re-coned professionally, locally, and the amp was gone over by the head Kinergetics tech guy in California, after they had closed shop. Apparently there was some sub-par soldering, and he re-worked the innards.
I got it as a place-holder unit after I sold my Polk PSW1200, until I get my DIY sonosubs built. I used it for about two months, and it is truly a phenomenal sub. I came across a really cheap deal for an entire HT package set, sub included, so I'm passing this beauty on. It is far superior to my new sub, but that will get me off my butt to build my sonosub. I was in no hurry to build my own while I had this Chiro.
When I got it, the only problem was that the power switch push-button cap on the amp was missing. I finally found a source for it, and put it on. I got it with two of the actual MEC switches, so those will come with the package, in case the new owner ever needs a new one. Also, there was no power cord, so I ordered a Volex 17604 for it. What I got was not a Volex, but it's still a 14 ga shielded IEC power cord, so I was satisfied. That is included as well.
The large parabolic wooden feet are in good condition, and have standard 1/4-20 inserts for spikes, which are not included.
$350. I would very much prefer local pickup, but if someone's absolutely gotta have it, I'll ship it to the CONUS for boxes and shipping cost, plus $20 for the PITA.
Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37837837@N07/sets/72157617528811391/
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Nice Sub-Good Luck with the Sale.Linn AV5140 fronts
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Yeah, it really was a nice sub. Now it's gone!
