Palewin, I can't argue with Jafox. His memory and experience with the SP-8 goes back further than my experience with ARC. Probably showing my age here, but I used to own a Crown IC 150 Pre and DC 300 amp in my first rig - back in the early 70s when Crown was the state of the art in direct coupled SS.
However, based on my readings, I recall that the SP-11 was considered to be a classic in its time. Can't vouch for it, but check out the reviews on the web. You might be able to get a used SP-11 for a good price and have it checked out by ARC. FWIW, I see that a broken SP-11 just sold for $890. Heck, if it cost $500 to fix -- what a bargain.
As I said, I used to own the SP-17. Also owned the SP-16. I really liked them both. Can't say the units played in 3D because I didn't use my 3D movie glasses when I listened to my rig, but maybe Jafox is right -- just wear 3D glasses next time you listen to your rig. Haha
Jokes aside, and no disrespect intended to Jafox, I would still call Calvin at ARC. I have worked with him and Leonard before him. They are straight shooters and won't steer you wrong, IMHO.
However, based on my readings, I recall that the SP-11 was considered to be a classic in its time. Can't vouch for it, but check out the reviews on the web. You might be able to get a used SP-11 for a good price and have it checked out by ARC. FWIW, I see that a broken SP-11 just sold for $890. Heck, if it cost $500 to fix -- what a bargain.
As I said, I used to own the SP-17. Also owned the SP-16. I really liked them both. Can't say the units played in 3D because I didn't use my 3D movie glasses when I listened to my rig, but maybe Jafox is right -- just wear 3D glasses next time you listen to your rig. Haha
Jokes aside, and no disrespect intended to Jafox, I would still call Calvin at ARC. I have worked with him and Leonard before him. They are straight shooters and won't steer you wrong, IMHO.
