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Opinion of Acurus 2 and 3 channel amplifiers is ... what?

I have an opp to purchase some gently used nearly in perfect condition a200x3 and a250x2 acurus amplifiers for what seems to be reasonable price. Not sure how they would match up with some B&W cdm9nt's. 

Anyone have an opinion on if this is a good match? I know there is better amp choices for more money, but for approx $600 I am not sure I can find a better amp section for the money.  Go or no go?

As I understand it these are acurus amps when acurus was still part of mondial.
lightfighter2018
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lightfighter2018 OP
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jl352.

Good point. 

Ok - so at what point should I expect to have to recap an amplifier - and how would I know when its time?

Sorry - for the stupid question. Just never had to do it.

Is lightly used vs more use better or worse - or indifferent - as it relates to having to recap etc?


jl35
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Some believe they last longer when used a lot. But great variance. Like 15-25 years. Sound changes though amp still works. 
auxinput
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It can be as low at 10-15 years, depending on the electrolytic capacitor.  The electrolytic caps do dry out over usage and time due to heat during use.
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lightfighter2018 OP
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Good to know.

When recapping amplifiers - do you suggest sending it back to mfgr or finding a local shop?  If local - what sort of shop would one take it to?




auxinput
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The internals of these Acurus amps are very simple, so any good electronics repair technician can do it.  There are just the two big 23,000 uf cabs for the main power supply and looks like just one small cap per amp board (probably 100uf).
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