Fix Amp or Buy new?

Problem: My Sony Amp retailed for around 6k when I bought it. I was able to get a crazy deal on it and have been using it to power my system. I am very happy with how it sounds when matched with the Marantz. A few days ago I got a Protect 11 error on the amp and have been unable to fix the issue. Sony will fix this amp for $945 flat rate. This price includes shipping and tax. Flat rate no matter the issue.

Should I fix this amp or get replace it with the Marantz MM8077 ($2240 +gst) or the Integra DTA 70.1 ($1840 +gst) or something is that range?

I realize that a good amp should last "a lifetime" and the processor is what is usually upgraded with new tech. I would very much appreciate the input.

[IMG]http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b192/Tournament_God/Home-Theatre-3.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b192/Tournament_God/Home-Theatre-5.jpg[/IMG]

January 8, 2013 - 12:43pm

jackfish

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First, I don't think that unit is a power amp, although you may

be using it as one. It is an AV Receiver and wouldn't need the Marantz AV7005 processor to work in your system. For almost $1,000 in repairs I'd be inclined to look into an Emotiva XPA-2 to drive your mains and an XPA-5 for the center and surrounds ($1,448 US delivered in the US). The Sony STR-DA9000ES does not output 200 watts per channel with all channels driven, it only reaches that specification with two channels driven. The Emotiva amps are rated with all channels driven, 300 wpc for the two channel XPA-2 and 200 wpc for the five channel XPA-5. What loudspeaker system do you have?

http://shop.emotiva.com/collections/amplifiers/products/xpa2

http://shop.emotiva.com/collections/amplifiers/products/xpa5

http://emotiva.com/faq/international_orders

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/power-amplifiers/power-amplifiers-reviews/a-secrets-power-amplifier-review89.html

http://www.positive-feedback.com/Issue58/emotiva_xpa.htm

http://www.stereophile.com/content/music-round-51

I think these amplifiers will make a significant improvement in your home theater system.

January 8, 2013 - 10:48pm

Travel_Dude

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Hi Jackfish, I appreciate

Hi Jackfish,

I appreciate your response and input. You are correct in the assumption that I am using the receiver as a power block. I have it connected using RCA interconnects to my processor.

My speakers, which I will be updating in the future, are:

NHT ST4 : http://www.nhthifi.com/ST4

NHT SC2: http://www.nhthifi.com/ServiceCenter/SC

NHT SB3 for rears: http://www.nhthifi.com/ServiceCenter/SB3

Mirage OMR2 for side: http://www.audioreview.com/cat/speakers/floorstanding-speakers/mirage-loudspeakers/om-r2/prd_120136_1594crx.aspx

Velodyne Optimum 10's x2: http://velodyne.com/subwoofers/optimum-series/optimum-10-black.html

Comparing these Emotiva amplifiers to the two amp's I asked about in the OP, what would you recommend? Value is important.

Here is a link to my theatre:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b192/Tournament_God/Home-Theatre-3.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b192/Tournament_God/Home-Theatre-5.jpg

January 8, 2013 - 11:09pm

Travel_Dude

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I've done my research and you

I've done my research and you seem to have nailed my needs. Im sad about not giving my business to the locals guys, but in the end they seem to be great value.

January 9, 2013 - 6:08am

jackfish

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Nice system you have there...

Good Luck!

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