Cambridge Audio 851n for sale
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gyosa
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I’ve been Karma’d here a few times , so here’s a good deal for Polkies with over 100 posts before I list it elsewhere….
I’m parting with my beloved 851n. Its dual-mono design sounds fantastic and I’ve been extremely happy with it. I bought it a few years ago from Cambridge Audio but replaced it in December with an Eversolo A8 ( I needed an HDMI input ) - so it has been sitting unused since then. You can search the forum for my thoughts about it when I first got it . It has resided in a covered , fan-ventilated cabinet from day one - in a pet , child and smoke free home . Overall excellent condition, I can’t seem to find any dents , dings or scratches on it - I tend to “baby” my equipment . Looks the same as the day I bought it. Functions perfectly. Includes all as pictured - power cord , remote and wi-fi dongle. You can easily make a 12v trigger cable using the usb port if so desired - i did. It will be sent in original CA double box . FedEx insured shipping from Dallas Tx.
$650 + $30 shipping (if actual shipping is less using my wife’s business acct , I’ll refund the difference) PP friends/family preferred - but I’m flexible .
Pics to follow ..
Thanks
BK
I’m parting with my beloved 851n. Its dual-mono design sounds fantastic and I’ve been extremely happy with it. I bought it a few years ago from Cambridge Audio but replaced it in December with an Eversolo A8 ( I needed an HDMI input ) - so it has been sitting unused since then. You can search the forum for my thoughts about it when I first got it . It has resided in a covered , fan-ventilated cabinet from day one - in a pet , child and smoke free home . Overall excellent condition, I can’t seem to find any dents , dings or scratches on it - I tend to “baby” my equipment . Looks the same as the day I bought it. Functions perfectly. Includes all as pictured - power cord , remote and wi-fi dongle. You can easily make a 12v trigger cable using the usb port if so desired - i did. It will be sent in original CA double box . FedEx insured shipping from Dallas Tx.
$650 + $30 shipping (if actual shipping is less using my wife’s business acct , I’ll refund the difference) PP friends/family preferred - but I’m flexible .
Pics to follow ..
Thanks
BK
PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO
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PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
If I wasn’t saving for a new integrated, this would be mine…though I’m still very tempted.Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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It really is a great piece of gear … I was completely happy with it and would have never replaced it if it weren’t for my need for an HDMI ARC input …. The channel separation is stunning - that was the first thing I noticed about it when I first got it.
Interesting to note the toroidal power supply vs the typical switching power supply …
BkPS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
Someone is going to be very happy. Love my 851n and I agree with the channel separation being stunning. GLWS
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I want this. PM coming.
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PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
Sold !
Thanks Dave !
Will ship tomorrow…
BkPS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
Dave, I thank you and my integrated upgrade fund thanks you
Thanks for offering such a great deal gyosa.Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden -
Dave, I thank you and my integrated upgrade fund thanks you
Thanks for offering such a great deal gyosa.
Glad to offer it up here !
Like I said , I’ve been Karma’d here a couple times over the years - happy one of y’all will enjoy it !
And nice chatting with Dave on the phone !
Bk
PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
Nice score ! Nice deal!
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Definitely a nice starting out unit to the world of streaming! Congratulations"if it's not fun, it's not worth it & remember folks, "It's All About The Music"!!
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I just checked and it's already been 1 year since I acquired my 851n from right here in the Polk classifieds. I'm still super happy with it and have zero desire to try anything else. It really is that good.
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Does anyone know what kind of tubes this thing takes?
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^^^^Yes I've had great luck with this pair of triodes; highly recommended.
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Shout out to @gyosa for the great deal & super fast shipping! All hooked up and sounding great!
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Just to add, gear was absolutely in advertised condition. I am very picky and there was nothing to complain about!
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Thanks Dave !
Hope you enjoy it !
BkJust to add, gear was absolutely in advertised condition. I am very picky and there was nothing to complain about!
PS Audio S300 , WiiM Ultra , Yamaha wxc-50 , Salk SuperCharged Songtowers , Kimber Kable 4TC, Sony 48” - BEDROOM
B&K EX-442 ( it will go in my casket when I die ... ) , PS Audio 4.6 preamp ( old school , but it still jams on ... ) , Eversolo DMP-A6 , Boston Acoustic voyager 7’s - POOL
Parasound A21, Eversolo DMP-A8 , Kimber Kable 4vs , Ascend Acoustics ELX Ribbon Towers , Sony XBR-A8F 65” OLED - DEN , MAIN system
Onkyo TX-nr609 , Polk atrium 7 , Boston acoustic sound ware (4) , Boston acoustic sub , B&W center , Sony 65” TV - PATIO -
motorstereo wrote: »I just checked and it's already been 1 year since I acquired my 851n from right here in the Polk classifieds. I'm still super happy with it and have zero desire to try anything else. It really is that good.
Of course it t is! 😉"if it's not fun, it's not worth it & remember folks, "It's All About The Music"!!
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