Classe SSP-800 - Time to move on?
@rshad0000 - Please advise how the Oppo 205 experiment went. Did you find any audio delay or other issues? I am trying to keep the investment and quality of the SSP-800 while finding a 4K video solution. There's very good advice in this stream re HDMI switchers, but I've elected to not go that route. Re AVM60 comments, I am now using that in a second home theatre system and am very happy with the sound, features and value. Too many variables for me to try and compare to SSP-800, but I do like tha AVM60! |
@rshad0000 Lots of good advise here, I backed 'auxinput' recommendation for Marantz 8802A. The Marantz sound is superb on both HT and 2ch. If you chose not to upgrade your processor then your plan to use Oppo 205 4K HDMI output to a 4K projector and 2nd audio output to SSP is spot on. I am using the similar setup with my Krell 707 processor / Oppo 203. I am afraid SSP is now severely outdated and probably going to fetch you around $3K on a used market. With the news of Classe closing down their doors, the resale value of Classe gear is expected to take a serious hit. I am very saddened by the Classe demise, It was my first high-end brand. I once treasured my SSP-800, CA-2200 and CA-5200 setup for 7 wonderful years before moving on to my current setup. |
Contrary to rumors, Classé has not closed. I'm not sure how they started, and I apologize for any confusion they may have caused. We have stopped development on the Delta Series to ensure that the products deliver the experience people have come to expect from Classé Audio and Bowers & Wilkins. We will continue to sell Sigma Series products, and our customer service and support have not been effected. Please let me know if you have any questions. Regards, Patrick Butler B&W Group North America |
