Looking for thoughts on your ADA1000...
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Greetings, Programs.
Now that I'm in the market for a new AVR this Christmas, I've been contemplating adding an amp into my home theatre. I've been looking at a 7 channel ADA1000 but want some advice from you owners out there.
For my AVR choices, I've been looking at either a Marantz SR8013 or the SR7013--but with today's announcement of the new IMAX audio/video home format, the SR7013 looks to be in the lead.
I only have a single outlet to plug my HT gear into which is basically the AVR, JVC projector, Oppo Blu-ray disk player and PS4, so would adding in an amp possibly trip the breaker?
How much heat does your ADA1000 put out at a reasonable listening level?
Does the ADA1000 alter the sound of your AVR? If I really like the Marantz sound--usually described as more musical than a Denon--will this amp alter that sound much?
Any comments are welcome.
"Not throwing my hands up or my dress above my ears don't mean I ain't awestruck." Al Swearengen
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There is almost no heat from mine. It has a dedicated shelf mind you. My AVR is warmer and the amp is handling the L/C/R. My PVR and PS4 are considerably warmer. Also both on dedicated shelves so a fair comparison IMO.
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Both of my ADA1000 stay at room temperature. even when cranked up to -15db and the room is pretty much shaking.
As far as power goes. I have 3 separate circuits for my AV equipment. I have always given each of my ADA's their own power line.
Last edited by MatManhasgone; 09/07/18 03:06 AM.
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Trying to decide between the ADA1000 3-channel and Outlaw Model 5000. I only really need L/C/R, with the Denon 4400h handling the other 8 surround/Atmos channels. Thoughts?
Axiom M5HP VP160 M3 ADA1000 Anthem MRX 720 SVS SB-3000 (dual)
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I don't own either. It's impossible to compare sound quality and dynamic capability "on paper" for various reasons. You may want to factor into your decision the trade-in and loyalty discount that Axiom offers.
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The ADA1000 has been seriously designed to give far more power than what is on paper.
Anthem: AVM60, Fosi DAC-Q5 Axiom: ADA1500, LFR1100 Actiive, QS8, EP500, M3, M3comp, M5
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Oh yeah? Do tell because I am on the fence about buying one. How's the noise floor?
House of the Rising Sone Out in the mid or far field Dedicated mid-woofers are over-rated
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I don't own either. It's impossible to compare sound quality and dynamic capability "on paper" for various reasons. You may want to factor into your decision the trade-in and loyalty discount that Axiom offers. Good points. Also, any warranty claim on an Outlaw amp would be a pain (ship a giant 50+ lb box to the U.S.).
Axiom M5HP VP160 M3 ADA1000 Anthem MRX 720 SVS SB-3000 (dual)
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Also my experience with Axiom says they'll do what it takes to right any wrong.
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I agree with Matt. Basically all of Axioms on paper specs. are a general base level. For us. While the products are overbuilt to go much further than their specs. In my experience with my ADA1250 3 channel there's no shortage of power. In the year I've owned mine, I've had no distortions at all, at any level of SPL.
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