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

I've purchased a used GCC-250 from the listings here. I researched professional reviews and found most of them favorable to a point I felt it justified pulling the trigger.

I've got some NHT Classic Three's and a Velodyne Optimum-8 sub I'll be using with it in an all analog system. The GCPH phono stage will be feeding the balanced inputs.

I've poked around on a few forums and there are some individuals that found the highs unacceptable in their rooms. I realize this has a lot to do with synergy - but it's got me somewhat concerned at this point.

Any thoughts or input from those familiar with the amp?
vinyladdict
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coffeey
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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.
magfan
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No mistake. My GCC250 gets along well with my Magnepans....
I recommend a dedicated line to the amp, I use a PS Audio Soloist outlet.
The remote is the Cheesiest (sp?) I have ever encountered in a hi-end piece. I have since converted over to a Logitech programable...big help and illuminated.
vinyladdict OP
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Holy mother of crap!!! NOT a mistake!

I've been running the amp pretty much non stop since it arrived. I've tried it with a pair of NHT Classic Three's and it sounded very good. After a few days, I switched out the NHT's for some Usher X-718s I recently purchased and, what a revelation.

I don't want to get too caught up in the flowery metaphors and usual mumbo-jumbo. However, the best way I can describe it is that I'm "seeing" so much further into the music than I ever thought possible. The clarity, definition, and detail is beyond anything I've ever had in my room.
randybrown
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I recently purchased a GCC - 100 on Audiogon, one modified by a guy who used to design many of PS audio products, name escapes me right now. I agree with all your statements. I am thrilled to have been able to make this purchase now that the line is discontinued. Supposedly their Trio amps are not up to the GCC standards, but they are less expensive. Oh, the modifications were made by Cullen Circuits. Highly recommended. Agree that clarity, and detail, transparency is the best I've had and I 've had some pretty good amps in the past, Classe, Bryston, Musical Fidelity. If anyone reading this sees a GCC - 100 for sale and you're looking for a new amp, snap it up when you have the chance.
emailists
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Randy- Great insight about mod'ed GCC amps. Mine was great to begin with but after modifying, look out. Definitely install Hi Fi tuning (or other premium fuses) - It's a nice upgrade.

I reluctantly now have mine listed here for sale. PS Audio just stopped making the GCC series, and the new smaller trio series is nice, but not the same.

If I ever decide to set up a second system , I'll be kicking myself for selling this thing, (cost, size, balanced and transparency make it a winner) but I'm trying to raise cash for a very costly speaker upgrade.
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