Classe SSP


Folks, 

I don't know if anyone else notice the trend, lately there is a flood of Classe gear on A'gon. Especially SSP-800, don't know what the heck is going on with the brand.  

Once highly reputed and sought after, now readily available on used market.  IMO, the delta series has taken a step backwards with Chinese manufacturing and 'ICE' tunnel technology being used in M600 and CA-2300 amps.  I have done A/B comparison, and they don't sound nowhere as good as old Delta amps (no issues with top and mid range but low end is simply flat).   

I am just looking for some insight on the brand trend in the used market and ridiculous resale. 

As a long time owner of Classe, it's sad to see the current affairs of the brand.  

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Lalitk, I agree it is sad to see Classe compromised from it's previous stature. I always liked the powerful yet relaxed nature of the previous amps, especially the old CA models.  Like you, have always been a fan and still use my CA200 quite often.
I don't know about Classe's status in the audio world at present but the SSP Sigma processor and matching 5 channel amp have certainly met my audio and video expectations. The customer service has also been exemplary concerning set up questions etc. FWIW Stereophile gave the two pieces a rave. Anyway I would say Classe is doing great from a recent purchaser viewpoint.

I couldn't agree more.  I have the Sigma SSP / Amp-5 combination.  Fit and finish are phenomenal and the customer service I received from Montreal was beyond reproach.  I would be surprised if there was another $10000 pre/pro-amp combination that offers similar or better capabilities with the performance level that I have achieved.  I have zero regrets with my purchase.