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used power amp under 1500

I started with a great system and I managed to downgrade it to an OK sound through a lot of trades, sales, questionable decisions and shrinking budget. (No regrets, it's been a fun journey.) I ended up with very low sensitivity, hard to drive speakers and now I need more power. Will 100 Watts be enough and is it OK and safe to buy used? Any brands that are a good value at $1500?

parkergetdean
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2psyop
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What a real coincidence!!! What thecarpathian stated is correct! My other buddy has the classdaudio amps. And YES they are also very good as I have heard them too. These smaller companies seem to offer great customer service and answer questions to match the amps to your system. The surprising thing to me is not just the sound has really come up to par with other designs but that the cost, size and weight are smaller. 

mashif
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+1 on Bryston. Also consider the Parasound A23+. 

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rocray
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There are so many newer implementations with class D,at so many different price points. That’s good for everyone. 

parkergetdean OP
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@2psyop @thecarpathian well. Stop it!!!!

I am ordering it now. 

mitchagain
505 posts
 

+1 on Coda.

I'd add Belles and Hegel to your search list. Those were my 3 finalists the last time that I was in your shoes. Went with the Coda and I am thrilled with it. 

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