APA 7.5 - What Next?

[ACE_VENTURA]

I have for quite a few years enjoyed my APA 7.5 mono blocks. These are connected to a DAC XP Signature Pre Amp with PSXR. The PSX for me really does make a difference on the Pre but I digress.

It’s a nice system, I have been thinking perhaps I might consider upgrading my powers to the X200 or 300 series.

People of the world: has anybody gone this route what is your experience of such an upgrade?

I realise there are other options (BC) out there, especially in a different form factor, but for now It would have to be one of those upgrades that SWMBO might not obviously spot!

[callen24]

they have slots on the front,so they might be noticed

are you qs or black?
feel free to nip in and hear some x300, or even bring you monos for a comparison

[angelface]

Hi Ace (one of the few members I have met in person; to buy a Cd8x IIRC)

I have a similar problem with my Mono X. The rest of my system should have better power amps but it still seems a big jump in price even to get to X300's.

[callen24]

Maybe you need cyrus to launch a d300 mono amp?
the monox is a good amp, prices held well till launch of x200/300,
i suspect the reason you don't see many x300 is that people are happy with them.
i went from 2 smartpower in mono, to mono x. i found the jump similar to going from 2 smarties to monox. But i wasn't unhappy with smart power, just mono x were better.
x300 have been seen under £1900 and x300 sig under £3k.
Obviously some have gone cheaper if the seller wanted a quick sale/ had got a bargain for a replacement.

[Joe]

The X300 Sig are worth the extra over the Mono X. Richer, more detailed sound with more bass. The Mono X were always a bit lean for my tastes.

[callen24]

The X300 Sig are worth the extra over the Mono X. Richer, more detailed sound with more bass. The Mono X were always a bit lean for my tastes.

i totally agree they are worth the extra, i'm just saying that mono x are good for their price

[ACE_VENTURA]

Hi Ace (one of the few members I have met in person; to buy a Cd8x IIRC)

I have a similar problem with my Mono X. The rest of my system should have better power amps but it still seems a big jump in price even to get to X300's.

Hi Angel, looks like you moved on my CD 8x. I wonder how many people have enjoyed that lovely spinner ?

[ACE_VENTURA]

are you qs or black?
feel free to nip in and hear some x300, or even bring you monos for a comparison

QS. Let’s not get into the discussion about which sounds better!
Thanks for tHe offer we shall see, I reckon you are about an hour away.
Have you considered applying for Cyrus dealership ?

[ACE_VENTURA]

Maybe you need cyrus to launch a d300 mono amp?
x300 have been seen under £1900 and x300 sig under £3k.

I suspect signature series might be a stretch financially so probably an x200 or x300 pair is in budget.

[callen24]

Maybe you need cyrus to launch a d300 mono amp?
x300 have been seen under £1900 and x300 sig under £3k.

I suspect signature series might be a stretch financially so probably an x200 or x300 pair is in budget.

hi,
for some reason the PM ive sent, have remained in my inbox. Could you send me a PM?

[Joe]

for some reason the PM ive sent, have remained in my inbox. Could you send me a PM?

You mean your outbox? It stays there until the recipient next logs in.

[callen24]

for some reason the PM ive sent, have remained in my inbox. Could you send me a PM?

You mean your outbox? It stays there until the recipient next logs in.

thanks joe, i might be waiting some time then
i'm sure i had his moby number from when i bought some kefs off him, but i don't seem to have it now

[ACE_VENTURA]

Maybe you need cyrus to launch a d300 mono amp?
x300 have been seen under £1900 and x300 sig under £3k.

I suspect signature series might be a stretch financially so probably an x200 or x300 pair is in budget.

hi,
for some reason the PM ive sent, have remained in my inbox. Could you send me a PM?

I have had PC issues, replying to PM shortly...

[ACE_VENTURA]

I am going to listen to some x300s this morning. Looking forward to it.

Might be some APA 7.5s becoming available soon watch this space

[ACE_VENTURA]

I am going to listen to some x300s this morning. Looking forward to it.

Might be some APA 7.5s becoming available soon watch this space

I’ve gone for the X300s, which should bring an end to this thread.

I haven’t had them long, but the x300 has more detail and a more revealing sound. I’m a happy bunny.

Trying to decide if I should sell my 7.5s monos , or use them in a second system...