I've got a PS Audio GCC-250 on the way. Mistake??

I have a GCC-100 as part of my system.

The volume control is perhaps one of the most transparent ever designed. I have tested it in various configurations in contrast to other volume controls. It allows one to hear other system colorations so easily.

I then had the full Underwood mod done (including Nextgens, better binding posts, etc), and added Hi-fi tuning fuses.

When it came back from the Underwood mod, it was on another level of performance, and I was very impressed.

The Fuses were a small but easily audible upgrade as well.

I have since moved to tubes, then used the GCC as a bass amp, with the ability to tweek the bass volume via remote for each LP/CD, which is extremly nice.

I recently put them back as the main monitor amp, while doing some upgrades to my main amps, which are much more expensive. I was shocked just how good it sounded.

However I am changing my system soon,and the GCC-100 may have to find a new home. I highly recommend these integrated's especially once modified.

It will be here Wednesday - took the guy a week to ship it which was a little frustrating, but that's okay.

I'm very interested to hear it - I'll be trying it with a pair of NHT Classic Threes and some Usher X-718's, curious to see how it sounds. I'll report back once I've had it up and running for a while.

If your GCC-250 is anything like my HCA-2 (the GCC's predecessor) you'll be calling it your Last Amp. They're that good, with no issues whatsoever. I would so love to have a volume knob on mine.. it's only shortcoming!

If, however, you're the type who can't appreciate an amp unless it has a slab of polished aluminum uselessly attached to its front side you might be disappointed. Or if you measure your amp in pounds, not sounds.. ;)

Nathanso, I've gone through three HCA-2 amp versions now. ( 1 stock, 2 modified versions.) Believe me, there is a LOT of unrealized sonic potential in the stock HCA-2. If you were to try something like Cullen Circuits mod package with your HCA-2, you'll have a hard time wiping the silly smile off your face! BTW, you've got one killer beautiful room with a view. Awesome.

You will find out,the key is how do you like it in a few months,short term might be good,long term another story.