Need Suggestions Studio Power Amps

[Lawrence Bulloc]

Well, I'm getting rid of my old tired Pioneer SX-780 as a power amp as it's getting a bit weak and wimpy on the left side.

What I need: Something that will work well with a VF-80, a Behringer Autocom Pro and a TDK stand alone CD burner. Monitors are Alesis Monitor 1 Mk2. The home studio is so small that the mice are stoop shouldered.

Can spend about 300-350.00

Full opinions are welcome, but if your time is limited, just list the name of the product and the model number and I'll do the rest of the research.

So, my fellow members, let the healing begin.

 

[Massive Master]

Hafler makes a TransNOVA class unit for around $250. Can't remember the model number...

It is the ONLY amp I'd recommend in that price range.

John Scrip - www.massivemastering.com

 

[Gidge]

Hafler TA1600.....

 

[ebeam]

I now use a Hafler P3000. Maybe this is the transnova one MM is talking about. Anyway, I'm very happy with mine and got it for about $300. I was using a Samson Servo 550 and this is a step up for sure.

 

[notCardio]

Anything wrong with the Alesis models?

 

[Gidge]

if you are looking at new prices, the P-series starts well above the 3-350 budget.......the P1500 is over $400 usually......the TA1600 can be found for $200 and under.........

 

[Massive Master]

Anything wrong with the Alesis models?

I haven't found one yeat that I didn't want to throw into a burning building from a moving vehicle...

 

[darrin_h2000]

Go to a pawn broker and find a Carver...blows away anything listed here

 

[Lawrence Bulloc]

Thanks for all the great input. I'll research and cogitate now..

 

[ad0lescnts]

i would say i like my hafler TA series except the fuggin knobs on the guy dont line up with each other... when turned to 0 the left knob is a little lower than the right so i had to mark it to make them equal.

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