What's the Sonic Character of Accuphase Amps?

bwhite: don't get upset by tireguy: he's a recent convert to accuphase and now thinks he has the license to comment on all its products. :) in fact, the "a" series is comprised of two stereo amps that can be bridged and run to clipping in pure class a output; IMO, a pair of bridged a-50v's=audio nirvana. the "p" series of accuphase amps are ss stereo push-pull designs in a number of output varieties; they run in class a output to rated power, thereafter switching to ab. the "m" series comprises a single push-pull mono model (m-2000). all accuphase amps have pretty much "neutral" coloration, tho many find them comfortably "warm" in comparison to, say, boulder or spectral. these are all built-like-a-tank and highly desirable amps. as i implied, however, i'd put my $$ into the "a" series. -cfb

oh, he was talking about amps, A&P is a grocery store! I was confused, in which case, yea sure Kelly's right on!!! ;)

Hi Kelly,

Thanks for the reply - no harm done by Tireguy. I spend enough time here on Audiogon that I appreciate humor and good hearted jokes.

My speakers are 90db at 6ohms and drop to around 3ohms. I wasn't sure if the A50V would drive them or not which is why I was leaning toward a P450.

Does the A50V get - really - hot?

bwhite: yeah, i like tim's humor, too. the a-50v should drive your speakers quite easily. it runs warm but does not heat up like a behemoth tube amp. if you want additional information, send me a private email and i'll put you in touch with a real expert on accuphase products. -kelly

Hi Bwhite, my impressions follow: stereo A-50V playing with C-290V/dp75v/Klipsch: a touch pronounced at around the +12kHz mark BUT not unpleasantly so (to my ears). The same system but a with Goldmund 7.5 pre inlieu of C-290: softer, but, more extended in the upper register. Bridged A-50Vx2, cat Ultimate pre, same cdp, Genesis V speakers: softer highs still but fully extended and, amazingly, the most convincing tonal balance and microdynamics.
Overall: as per Kelly, for "warm / neutral" also regarding the to drive the 3ohms. Extension and speed (for class A) were first rate and, adding an emotional touch, the amp(s) was(were) very "confidence inspiring" with a "can-do personality".

Pls note that I listen mostly to, and judge by, classical; bar the Genesis, I have *not* lived with the equipment mentioned. So, impressions rather than experience!
Cheers