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Thread: What amp do I buy ? HELP .. |
    
New member Username: Sobe
Post Number: 1
Registered: May-07
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| Posted on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 07:05 am: |
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Have a buddy who got a new 46" LCD and wanted to hook it up with a nice 5.1 speaker system ..... so I have him buy the .
(Genelec 8030.LSE PowerPak - 5.1 Surround Monitoring Active Speaker System with 5 2-Way 8030A Nearfield and 1 7060A Subwoofer - system)
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?A=details&kw=GE8030LSEPP&is=REG& Q=&O=productlist&sku=334444
I work in the music biz and love Genelec stuff and these speakers are so nice but have no idea what receiver to tell him to buy ... also is there any advantage to using the XLR inputs instead of the rca "s and if so what receiver would be the way to go for this .
The LCD looks great and the Genelecs sound great but I am so new at this I have no idea what goes in the middle to get the sound to the speakers and what is the best model and connection ... thanks for any help . |
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Platinum Member Username: Project6
Post Number: 14044
Registered: Dec-03
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| Posted on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 08:58 am: |
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For XLR connection discussion go here:
http://forum.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/1/335415.html |
Gold Member Username: John_s
Columbus,
Ohio
US
Post Number: 1578
Registered: Feb-04
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| Posted on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 12:28 pm: |
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Donna, since these speakers carry their own amps, all you need is a pre-amp. This is especially true if you want to take advantage of the XLR inputs on them (and I think you should). The most up to date pre/pro at the best price I think is the Adcom GTP-870HD with HDMI.
Then there's the Outlaw Model 990. Even though it has DVI switching, it is a screamin' deal at $999. I think it's an old model about to be replaced.
http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_12_4/outlaw-990-ssp-7125-amp-12-2005-part- 1.html
BTW, I find it hard to believe that little Genelec speaker system is worth $2200. I know Genelec is repected in the pro/studio world and they're bi-amped, but really....
In fairness I have not heard them.
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Gold Member Username: John_s
Columbus,
Ohio
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Post Number: 1579
Registered: Feb-04
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| Posted on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 12:54 pm: |
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Sorry Donna, I was looking at the $2200 stereo package. I see now that the 5.1 is $4900! WOW!!
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Bronze Member Username: Huron
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Post Number: 84
Registered: Mar-07
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| Posted on Saturday, May 19, 2007 - 02:11 pm: |
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WOW is right, what makes them cost that much? |
New member Username: Sobe
Post Number: 2
Registered: May-07
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| Posted on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 03:07 am: |
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thanks for all the feedback ... he was going to buy a Marantz but it seems like the Outlaw Model 990 is a better way to go if he can find one . |
Platinum Member Username: Project6
Post Number: 14048
Registered: Dec-03
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| Posted on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 12:16 pm: |
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He shouldn't have any trouble finding one. It is an internet direct dealer product. |
Gold Member Username: John_s
Columbus,
Ohio
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Post Number: 1580
Registered: Feb-04
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| Posted on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 04:37 pm: |
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They ship only to North America, anyplace outside would be your problem. |
Bronze Member Username: Hodedofome
TX
USA
Post Number: 61
Registered: Dec-06
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| Posted on Tuesday, May 29, 2007 - 04:10 pm: |
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Don't forget about http://emotiva.com/dmc1.html has balance XLR outputs if that's your gig..., or there's two other models they have for a smoking deal. |
