That is a great question. Maybe they really are meant for places like Boulder, CO in the winter.
Not to derail, but just curious - how hot does the 500 Series Naim gear get?
Boulder 3050
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That is a great question. Maybe they really are meant for places like Boulder, CO in the winter.
Not to derail, but just curious - how hot does the 500 Series Naim gear get?
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The Dags are dang hot.
I've read that. I know Dan had to figure the best way to keep them as cool as he could with the copper chassis. I think the coating they apply helps keep it at bay.
I am not sure the Krell Master Ref Amp was smaller than these 3050s...$150K nearly 15 years go...when you compare the Master Ref amp to the 'regular' FPB700cx, the FPB looks like a toy...literally about 1/4th the size. it looks positively diminutive. Putting the Krell MRA amps next to Focal Grande Utopia EMs...you almost think the Focals are Wilson Alexias...the amps are huge.
Wow! I love to see the scale of these. I don't care what it sounds like but I'll take the 3050.
If you can, get a second hand pair of Krell MRAs...I have heard from people who nearly bought them...that they are truly Dan D'Agostinos finest work. Magnificent in the truest sense. They go for about $50K today I am told, and they made about 50-100 pairs or something, maybe more. There was a pair about 6 months ago...Wizard actually knew about it as well. For that kinda a money, if they are in good shape (you wont want to ship THOSE around for repair!!!)...I would bet they still rock the house and can handle music with a deft touch.
I remember seeing them. Such beasts.
Yeah...if you're saying Alexias are a bit bigger than you'd prefer...imagine monoblocks that are actually BIGGER!!! (and a heckuva lot heavier...683lbs each!)
It would be fun the have the dedicated room and space but it's just a dream.
And getting back on track???
Boulder build quality looks superb.
I agree 100%...I had a chance to tour the facility a number of years ago. What was so amazing throughout the tour was the dedication to quality, a sense of pride in workmanship and just an overall friendly atmosphere. Add that to the superb build quality makes me feel that if you have the means, the gear they build is worth every penny!!!
Cheers,