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June 14, 2020, 08:25 AM #151
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Re: Accuphase E-800
So clearly the only thing you have to add is that Accuphase is too expensive in the US?
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June 18, 2020, 07:20 AM #152
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Well here is Jay's Audio Lab review of the E-800 (actually my ex E-800)
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June 18, 2020, 04:13 PM #153
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ACCUPHASE E-800 INTEGRATED BRAND NEW IN BOX!! | Solid state | New Hope, Pennsylvania 18938 | Audiogon
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June 18, 2020, 04:13 PM #154
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ACCUPHASE E-800 INTEGRATED BRAND NEW IN BOX!! | Solid state | New Hope, Pennsylvania 18938 | Audiogon
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June 18, 2020, 04:37 PM #155
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Re: Accuphase E-800
And thats exactly the condition you can expect your new Integrated to arrive in from the Distributor, embarrassing.
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June 18, 2020, 05:06 PM #157
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Re: Accuphase E-800
When paying this kind of money the box matters just as much as the component inside... to me at least.
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June 18, 2020, 05:29 PM #158
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The outer box quality certainly leaves a lot to be desired. Inner boxes are more than adequate. I guess they could ship on a pallet but that creates some challenges for residential delivery.
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June 18, 2020, 05:30 PM #159AUDIO ROOM: CH Precision I1, Luxman D-10X, Luxman PD-171A, Stenheim Alumine Three, Shunyata Everest, Tellurium Q, Sitech cables and interconnects, CORE Audio Design racks and a whole host of other silly audiophile accessories!
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June 18, 2020, 07:34 PM #160
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Re: Accuphase E-800
In my opinion, an overly critical unbalanced review that does not make sense -- starts out with saying it is a warmer sound but still has all the details and other audiophile attributes. I feel that his impressions were driven by the disproportionately high price of the component in the US (which I agree is a big problem). It also highlights the subjective nature of this hobby where 10 people can rarely agree on anything as we all hear differently.
I do not have personal experience with the Luxman 590 mk2; so cannot comment on its sound. I have heard only good things about it.
I do have extensive experience with Accuphase A70, which is a 60 watt Class A amp that I have owned for the past ~ 3 years. It sound sublime and easily drives my Vienna Acoustics The Music speakers. No lack of power here and the bass is all that it needs to be. I am a little puzzled about the reviewer talking about a lack of power.
I compared it at length to a Gryphon Diablo 300 integrated and decided to keep the Accuphase as it edged out the Gryphon in my system. Just a smoother, more refined, easier to listen to at length sound (the difference was subtle but there).
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June 18, 2020, 10:56 PM #161
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Hi Anshul, I agree with your statement. I am using Accuphase A75 with accuphase pre now and these replace Diablo 300. And the sound characteristics are as what you mentioned.
Having said that, I have not listened to Luxman well-regarded c900u with m900u. And I hope can listen to the luxman combo in near future.
Here in Singapore, the price of accuphase components are less marked up than in US and US RRP of accuphase left a lot to be desired.
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September 26, 2020, 07:03 PM #162
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Just my opinion, not an absolute. I had the opportunity to listen to a Accuphase E-800 today driving a pair of MBL 101E speakers. I've listened to the MBL 101E speakers over 50 times with several amplifiers. It's my friend system, but I'm so familiar with his system I consider it my 2nd system. I've heard the MBLs with the Parasound JC1+ and JC5, Jeff Rowlnad 725s, PS Audio BHK 300 mono-amps, and several more. Today, with the E-800 the MBLs sound was detailed, but not as bright as I've heard before with some amplifiers. The bass was tight and the soundstage very 3-dimensional. Maybe one day I'll bring it home and compare it to my Rowland 625 S2 amplifier with Corus preamp driving Monitor Audio PL500 II speakers. Totally different speakers may yield different results.
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September 26, 2020, 09:16 PM #163
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The freakin problem in the US is the cost to the consumer. I think the distributor is just out to lunch, and if he would offer lower prices, he could way more than make up for it on volume. Apologies for beating this dead horse and taking the thread off topic (yet again), but this just can’t be said enough.
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September 27, 2020, 09:07 AM #164
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September 27, 2020, 03:34 PM #165
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Re: Accuphase E-800
Worth every penny, Canadians are just luckier. How many times have I had to pay 30% more here in Canada because we are a tiny market compared to the US.
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September 27, 2020, 04:21 PM #166
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Price aside, I think Accuphase makes great sounding amps. I’m on my third one and very pleased with the workmanship, appearance, and sound of Accuphase.
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September 27, 2020, 05:29 PM #167
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Ditto - same here on quality and sound, which I just love.
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September 27, 2020, 10:30 PM #168
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September 28, 2020, 06:33 PM #169
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Unfortunately true for most companies that have distribute to Canada using a US distributor: even Luxman is slightly more in Canada than the US even as they are trying to keep them at par - the Luxman L509X is slightly more than the Accuphase E480 in Canada....In Canada Accuphase retail has been very fair.
Of course try buying Pass or McIntosh in the Germany...Accuphase E800 and E600, DC37, C37, Devore O/96 and Graham LS5/9, DPS 3, Schroeder CB, My Sonic Lab Signature Gold
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October 1, 2020, 01:59 PM #170
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Re: Accuphase E-800
anyone try a e-800 or e650 with the accuphase PS510/520/530? the brochure says that the PS wasn't designed for high idle current amplifiers
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October 1, 2020, 02:28 PM #171
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The power draw of my E-650 is 154 watts as measured by my Kill-A-Watt meter. That’s comfortably within spec of any of the 500 series Accuphase power conditioners.
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October 1, 2020, 03:59 PM #172
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According to Accuphase, the E650 draws almost 170 watts at idle. The PS Audio products are noisey to begin with but they really begin to buzz as you draw some serious current. The PS1230 was dead silent at idle and while drawing just over 4 amps with a pair of 28B3’s. The Accuphase products are designed very well.
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October 1, 2020, 06:44 PM #173
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I’m likely not supposed to say this, but I have two 1230s for sale in the marketplace ....
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March 5, 2021, 10:09 AM #174
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Re: Accuphase E-800
First post.
Just had to add Jay's Audio lab latest hammering on the e800, where he states it was the worst integrated he ever owned, it sounded like receiver.
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I have owned several Accuphase integrated, e450, e307 and now have e370 (with easy load Klipsch Heresy IV). None of them has been as powerful as other amplifiers I have owned like Chapter Precis 250, or ATC amp Packs, but the sound at low to moderate levels have always sounded more real and natural (acoustic instruments and voices) and more pleasant to listen to than most other amplifiers I have owned.
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March 5, 2021, 10:09 AM #175
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Re: Accuphase E-800
First post.
Just had to add Jay's Audio lab latest hammering on the e800, where he states it was the worst integrated he ever owned, it sounded like receiver.
Jay's Worst Of The Worst ! - YouTube
I have owned several Accuphase integrated, e450, e307 and now have e370 (with easy load Klipsch Heresy IV). None of them has been as powerful as other amplifiers I have owned like Chapter Precis 250, or ATC amp Packs, but the sound at low to moderate levels have always sounded more real and natural (acoustic instruments and voices) and more pleasant to listen to than most other amplifiers I have owned.
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March 5, 2021, 10:11 AM #176
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March 5, 2021, 11:54 AM #177
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Welcome to the Forum.
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March 5, 2021, 02:51 PM #178
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Re: Accuphase E-800
Thanks. This forum seems like a good place to discuss audio. So back to topic. How the heck could Accuphase biggest class A integrated e800 perfom so bad in his system, to be called the worst ever? Is he biased against the brand?
Actually I heard the e800 at the dealer both on Bryston and Legacy Audio speakers, playing rock and I was a bit underwhelmed. But that was compared to the same speakers on a separates with Carey tube preamp and Bryston power amplifier with more than 300W AB.
I guess it all comes down to system matching and synergier. Also, some brands are better at some types of music. In my experience Accuphase sounds more adjusted to jazz and blues than Rock and Metal with double bass drums.
Here is another review https://stereo-magazine.com/review/accuphase-e-800-review
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March 5, 2021, 09:37 PM #179
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March 6, 2021, 07:53 AM #180
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I dont think that Jay is biased against Accuphase , you have to remember first of all that he has a lot of Equipment through his house so he has a much wider knowledge than most of us. Also important is that in US as far as i can tell from what people have been talking about here is that Accuphase cost a lot more in US than Europe.
I have an Accuphase E-470 myself which i am really happy with , but my interest to hear or try other amplifiers are there to see what the difference is. I would like a better soundstage and sometimes i have the impression that on music pieces where a lot is going on it can get "confused" as not giving a precise soundstage. I also know that it may partly be because my source is only an Lumin T1 ( hope to make it into an Lumin X1 in 2 months ) then i will at least be clear about the source , and what role it plays.
Maybe Mike knows something i dont remember if he had Accuphase in his shop then he would also be able to give his view.Flemming
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March 6, 2021, 08:04 AM #181
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March 6, 2021, 10:58 AM #182
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I heard a few YouTube segments ( 😳 yea I know) with Accuphase A75 and though it sounded wonderful...
Hopefully someone will do a shootout against the Gryphon Essence...
Come to think of it member Alex Aka techincalpie has them both, I’m gonna send him a pm to see if he’ll treat us to that...
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E800 is a made in celebration of their 50th anniversary (and as limited edition?). In Norway the list price is just below $18k including VAT. Even if it can drive most speakers well Its also a 50w class A in 8 ohms and really not that powerful compared to other amplifiers you can get for the same price. To me its seems like Accuphase primarily has made this for their fans (as a collector item?) more than anything else.
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March 7, 2021, 10:50 AM #184
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I am sure that if the E-800 is paired with the right speakers, it’ll be awesome.
Every brand and even piece within that brand has its own sound. Matching amps and speakers is critical for enjoying the ultimate sound that a combo produces. I’d love to hear it but have become a Luxman fanboy as of late.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
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Yes, I agree. Here is another review for those interested
ACCUPHASE E-800
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Hi,
My name is Rick, and I am an Accuphase fan. I've been influenced by a dealer here in the Denver area who sells and promotes it. I've heard some fantastic sounds come from Accuphase rooms at RMAF.
My preferences are a weighty but resolved lower midrange, wide and deep imaging, along with a touch of rolled off sweetness on the top. I love rock and dynamic music, but that is for my car and headphones. Hard bop jazz and classical dominate my ourve at home.
I don't know Jay, but he almost validates my Accuphase purchases. Based on his speaker choices (which contrast to mine), he is a detail and dynamics guy. I will likely be purchasing an E-800 soon.
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April 10, 2021, 01:21 PM #187
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Welcome to the forum Ricky.
I have no doubt that the E-800 with the right speakers will be outstanding.
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Hi;
I currently have a Tambaqui running through an Accuphase E 550 and Focal Utopia L&R’s ((fairly obscure 85# three way monitors. Great speakers, but getting older, and looking to replace). Short list is Rockport, Kharma, Fyne... but open to others.
Last week heard an E 800 through Rockport Aviors. Sounded spot on. Great imaging, with weighty but resolved midrange.
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April 10, 2021, 01:55 PM #191
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Excellent choices. Please keep us posted. I thoroughly enjoyed the E-650 when I had it. Having the extra power of the E-800 will be great. It’s a beautiful piece too!
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April 10, 2021, 02:42 PM #192
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I'm not familiar with your speakers or the E-800 for that matter, but I did own the Accuphase A-36 for a year or so powering my Avantgarde horn speakers.
At the time I was looking for a solid state amp to replace tube amps that I'd been using for the previous 15 years. I tried many amps at home and certainly the A-36 was amongst the best and definitely the nicest design. For a power amp to have adjustable gain settings, 2 independent speaker outlets and VU meters is rare indeed. I loved the way it worked but I found it a little soft and maybe a little too civilised with the sort of music where you don't want soft and civilised!
I wonder if you'd find the Accuphase sound ideal for the jazz you say you like. I'd suggest you get a demo unit in your home for a week or two - or buy a used unit at a price you could resell it at if it didn't excite quite as much as you hope for. However the E-800 is a most costly amp and may offer an even better sound than the A-36. Good luck in your search.Sources - NAD M50.2 (streamer, CD player, CD ripper, hard drive music store)
Amplification - NAD M33 all-in-one, NAD M12 preamp (in reserve), Atma-Sphere Class D monos
Speakers - Avantgarde Duo XD, Avantgarde Duo (2006) - both aesthetically modified
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Good points. I currently have an older Accuphase Class A in my system. Moved to it from Ayre and have been pleased with it. Newer models are more dynamic and detailed than the old. I will be looking forward to hearing more electronics. I plan to travel to Sarasota in the next several weeks and look forward to interacting with Mike (he clearly has some reservations about Accuphase...whether it was with the product or with US distribution I am not sure).
My current system has excellent lower midrange for jazz, with density and depth for tenor sax, piano, vocals, etc. Interesting that Accuphase has chosen Fyne F1's for their reference system. Hypodynamic electronics for hyperdynamic speakers?
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Can’t wait to read your thoughts on the Essence amp. Looks like it will be great.
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I prefer the cosmetics of that Luxman 595 you have on order...
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April 11, 2021, 02:00 PM #197
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Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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Did the price of the E-800 increase to $25K US, as indicated on another site? Given it is offered in Canada at $20K Canadian, MSRP, the pricing simply makes no sense.Too bad, but then many industries have those who overprice product with the hope that it develops an allure as a special brand. And it often works.Guess the choice is up to the buyer.
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I'm pretty sure most people pay in the mid to upper teens for a new unit... Still expensive, but not full MSRP.
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