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Upgraditus bit me again...
#27367 12/10/03 12:21 AM
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I couldn't help myself.

I'll soon have one of these.

To pay for it, I'll selling my Rotel RB-1070.

Call me nuts. I'm sure I'll be on the couch for a few night because of this.

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#27368 12/10/03 12:56 AM
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Oh no! Fell off the wagon again, huh? Now you'll be disappointed that the Amp doesn't match the pre-amp... You just got yourself into a vicious cycle...

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#27369 12/10/03 03:13 AM
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how much did that cost you


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#27370 12/10/03 03:27 AM
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I have the Stratos and I must say that it is one of the best audio purchases I've ever made and I wouldn't hestitate to buy another Odyssey product. In fact, I'm considering the multi channel amp. You won't be dissapointed. Odyssey is another internet seller with great customer service. Klaus Bunge (the owner) is great to deal with. I'm sure you've seen the great user reviews at audioreview.com.


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#27371 12/10/03 05:07 AM
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Let me know when you get it Spiff.
I've already queried mwc about his Stratos and i'm considering getting one myself.
I'm just not 100% sold yet. I'm still looking a the Parasound Halo A23 and the Anthem MCA20.


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#27372 12/10/03 06:06 AM
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If you're interested in a Stratos, give Klaus a call. His reputation as being an amazing guy to work with is very, very well deserved.

I can't say the price I got. But like I said, if you're seriously interested in getting a Stratos, give Klaus a call. Just don't be calling him if you're not really interested. He works far too hard to have his time wasted by someone who has no intention of buying.

Peter...I got the silver and black so it would match my Rotel 1066. (Though I heard rumour that the 1066 may have a replacement soon. Aaaaahhhhh...just when I think I'm out, they pull me back in!)

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#27373 12/10/03 07:57 AM
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Wow! The Absolute Sound review is almost enough to make me want one -- only my receiver doesn't have pre-outs so I'd have to replace it. Hmmm....

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#27374 12/10/03 01:16 PM
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I don't think you can go wrong by getting the Anthem or the Parasound. I have an Anthem preamp and I love it. I had to talk to Anthem customer service once and they were very responsive and helpful. But the deal breaker on the Odyssey (for me) was the 20 yr warranty and the fact that I could return it with in 30 days if I didn't like it. Also if you ever feel that the amp needs biasing to fit your particular needs(if there really is such a thing on SS amps), you just send it back and they'll do it for free and pay shipping to send it back to you. Another nice perk is that if you own the Stratos and decide that you want mono blocks, you can send the stratos in and they will convert it for free if you buy another mono block. It's kind of cool to be able to call Odyssey and talk to the president of the company (Klaus). I've talked to him several times and I tell ya, he doesn't mind spending time with customers to help determine thier needs (sometimes he'll talk your ear off if you let him). BTW, the face plates are available in many different colors. Just my .002.


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#27375 12/10/03 03:22 PM
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Many long months ago I had a few people telling me that power is power and should not sound any differently. They further went to say that my (then sold) 2 yr old flagship Rotel receiver 2 x 125w would sound no differently than my (then sold) 18 yr Bryston 2 x 125w. I beg to differ but they still would not believe. The Bryston sounded better. Even a 20yr old 2B 2x60w sounded better. It is good to see some of these old hands have tried and DID notice or PRESUMED a difference, hence a purchase of some these expensive HIFI products. I always say the sum of the parts contributes to the whole. One day maybe one will notice that is the same case with a FEW cables and to a lesser degree power cords. But unless they travel down that path ... it is likely they will close their mind to it.
Partipation in knowledge sharing is good on this forum as long as it follows certain rules. Those rules has been layed out long ago in another threat.....I mean thread.
Sometimes its better to linger than to participate.

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ps:And no...I am not talking about you Spiff. Though it is nice to see some experts on here enjoying some of this Upgraditus...so when are you going Maggies?

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#27376 12/10/03 03:25 PM
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the different faceplates/chassis is a very nice option.. i wish more companies would do that.

the dark blue would look perfect beside my novation supernova (rackmount synth).

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