Is it too much to ask....

I wasn't asking for someone to re-iterate *every* single spec. on the amp. But it would seem prudent to at least list the power rating, perhaps the THD and such, the weight, and dimensions.

Asking a potential buyer to Google up these simple facts will, IMHO, reduce your chances of selling the amp. I try to divine the power rating from the Mfgr's. Model #, but sometimes that is not possible.

BTW, I've been in this hobby for many, many years (45+) and I know a few things about how amps work, and how they're spec'd. - not a newb by any means.

Folks who get all self-righteous and proudly declare "I would never deign to publish the specs. of my amp!, Certainly, sir, you should know ALL of the specs. of ALL the amps there are out there!" amuse me...

As for "why would anyone look at 40 or 50 amps?" Oh, I dunno, perhaps I was helping a friend find suitable amplification for his system. It's a sure bet I'd never recommend one of Viridian's pieces, no matter the specs. or price...
-RW-

Marty, get the hell out of here.....and take your logical rationality with you damn it!! ;)

First:

Marty, get the hell out of here.....and take your logical rationality with you damn it!! ;)

Hilarious!

Second:
I've bought (& sold) many amps over the years. Never have I given a thought to whether or not specs were listed in the sellers ad. If I'm interested in trying a piece out, I will do some research, ridiculously simple in this age of Google, and if it meets my needs, I'll buy it. I personally couldn't care less if specs are listed. I like to see a photo, but even that's not required. I have bought pieces based on how the member rated the piece and their previous feedback.

Yes it is!

Why is it that our national sense of entitlement manifests itself even in the sale of audio equipment? Is there no respect for private property any more?

The amp is owned by the seller, and last I checked (it has been a while though), the seller pays the fees. If you don't like the ad because the seller won't list the ratings, then move on to the next ad. As you indicated, there ARE plenty more to look at. Why get all worked up? If the amp doesn't sell because of a poor listing, that is the owner's consequence, not yours!

In the past couple years, AudiogoN has moved from an enthusiast focused community to market place community focused on bringing buyers and sellers together. The responses to this post make this pretty clear...in my opinion.