Accuphase E-800 Class A Integrated Amp (ex dem)
Now superseded by the brand new E-800S this was Accuphase’s flagship class A integrated amplifier until December 2024. A remarkable performer…..
The E-800 is positioned above the E-650 as the new flagship model in the integrated amplifier lineup of Accuphase. The preamplifier section features the impeccable Balanced AAVA type volume control, while the power amplifier section is configured as an instrumentation amplifier using a six-fold parallel push-pull configuration of power MOS-FETs driven in pure Class A. The resulting quality is on a par with high-class separate type amplifiers. Operating as a simple and smart system, the E-800 realizes acoustic excellence that reaches to the very heart of the music.
- Integrated amplifier with fully balanced configuration extending from input to output
- Balanced AAVA type volume control
- Power amplification stage configured as instrumentation amplifier
- Six-fold parallel push-pull configuration of power MOS-FETs driven in Class A
- Linear power progression of 50 watts into 8 ohms, 100 watts into 4 ohms, and 200 watts into 2 ohms
- 300 W output into 1-ohm load (music signals)
- High damping factor of 1000
- Strong power supply with massive high-efficiency toroidal transformer and large filtering capacitors
- Protection circuitry using MOS-FET switches
Sale Price with full warranty £11,000 was £15,000
Accuphase DP-720 CD /SACD/DAC (Used)
Approximately 8 years old, genuine UK stock. Accuphase’s top one box CD player at the time.
The DP-720 is an integrated SA-CD/CD player that reflects the superb know-how of the DP-900/DC-901 combo, aiming for top performance in the integrated category. As appropriate for a high-end player, the DP-720 features the latest versions of major Accuphase in-house developments: a high-precision SA-CD/CD drive and an advanced MDSD type D/A converter. The high-precision SA-CD/CD drive inherits vital know-how and technology from the DP-900, realizing the ideal transport design for bringing out the full potential of the SA-CD medium. The ultra-heavy, high-rigidity, high-precision mechanism has been finely honed to further perfection.
The digital processor section is optimally suited to handle the SA-CD format, using cutting-edge circuit topology and advanced digital technology to further enhance the innovative MDSD (Multiple Double Speed DSD) principle for direct D/A conversion of the DSD signal.
- High-grade SA-CD/CD drive
- MDSD type D/A converter using eight parallel devices
- Support for playback of DSD discs with DSF file format
- “Direct Balanced Filter” with separate balanced and unbalanced signal paths
- HS-LINK and USB digital interfaces
- EXT DSP inputs and outputs allow insertion of DG-58 into signal path for sound field correction
- Phase selector for balanced outputs
- Numeric indication of sampling frequency
Sale Price £6,000
Vertere DG1 Turntable (ex dem)
“Decades of experience have been poured into the DG-1S to create a turntable that’s on the leading edge of high-end audio while positioning itself as one of the most accessible premium record players around.
So what’s new? Building on the sonic performance of the DG-1, we’ve boosted the sound quality without sacrificing the musicality that the DG-1 was revered for. Improvements include higher resolution replay, greater dynamic contrasts, and improved stereo separation with greater precision.”
Includes Groove Runner S Arm, Magneto MM Cartridge and D-fi interconnect cable.
Ex Demo Price £2950
Vertere MG1 Turntable (ex dem)
“Taking vinyl replay beyond what’s possible in this turntable class, MG-1 MkII Magic Groove record player includes and shares critical design elements of the SG-1 Player.”
“Record Player MG-1 MkII Magic Groove offers remarkable performance that’s bettered only by Vertere’s RG-1 Reference Groove and SG-1 Standard Groove. As with all Vertere turntables, every individual part is custom built, and has been created using the optimum materials and highest precision standards.”
Includes – SG1 PTA Arm, Challenger Power Supply, Vertere Mystic MC Cartridge, Redline Interconnect and Techno Mat
Ex Demo Price. £9995
Spectral DMA-100S Power Amplifier
High end royalty made in the USA, designed by Professor Keith Johnson. Approx £15,000 for the pair when new. Approximately 20 years old. Boxed.
Pair £1,000 inc 3 month warranty.
Accuphase C-2420 Pre-amplifier (Used)
Approximately 8 years old, genuine UK stock.
The Precision Stereo Control Center C-2420 reflects the refined sonic sensibility of Accuphase while incorporating advanced technology features developed for the C-3800 and C-2820.
Ever since being first introduced in the C-2800 preamplifier in 2002, AAVA technology has been continually refined and improved, while of course retaining the underlying principle.
The C-2420 features separate power supplies for left and right channel, each with a dedicated power transformer, filtering capacitors and peripheral circuitry. Modular units for the line input, balanced input, AAVA, and other circuit stages are arranged separately for left and right channels, to eliminate any risk of unwanted electrical or mechanical interaction between the two stereo channels.
- AAVA volume control for high performance and outstanding sound
- Separate power transformers for left and right channels
- Selectable preamp gain
- Fully modular construction with separate left/right units for each amplifier stage
- Logic-controlled relays for shortest signal paths
- Independent phase selection for each input position
- Optional phono equalizer unit allows playback of analog records
- Side panels with elegant natural wood finish
Sold
Accuphase DP-430 CD Player / DAC (6 mo warranty)
Take a step into the Accuphase music world with this, by any standsard, superb CD player. Can be used as a top notch D/A converter for streamed music.
The Accuphase-developed high-rigidity, high-precision drive optimized for CD reproduction, along with a super-quiet and smooth disc loading mechanism ensure pure signal readout of the highest order. In the processor section, the MDS type D/A converter utilizes four DAC chips driven in parallel, and the filter amplifier features the newly developed ANCC (Accuphase Noise and Distortion Cancelling Circuit). CD transport section and digital processor are kept completely separate. In addition to a USB input, coaxial and optical connectors are provided for digital input and transport output. Quality construction and highly advanced digital technology fully reveal the potential of the CD medium and provide a listening experience that opens up new emotional depths even with familiar music sources.
- High-precision CD drive.
- High-quality CD tray and ultra quiet and smooth loading mechanism.
- MDS D/A converter with four circuits driven in parallel.
- Direct Balanced Filter with separate line and balanced signal paths.
- Phase selector for balanced outputs.
- Digital interface with USB input.
- Transport outputs and digital inputs allow insertion of DG-58 into signal path for sound field correction.
- Sampling frequency and quantization bit display.
New price £2,400
DP-560 CD / SACD Player / DAC (used)
Sold with 1 year warranty
Musically a significant step up on the DP-550, hinting at the performance of the current DP-570. Playing CD and SACD with high quality DAC section which can be accessed for streaming.
Newly designed next-generation SA-CD/CD drive combined with exquisite disc tray and ultra-quiet disc loading mechanism for silky smooth operation. Innovative MDS+ type D/A converter using four parallel DAC circuits ensures highly accurate D/A conversion of DSD and PCM signals. Separate configuration of transport and processor sections, each equipped with a set of HS-LINK, coaxial, optical, and USB (input only) connectors. USB connector provides support up to 384 kHz/32-bit and 11.2896 MHz/1-bit DSD.Take a step into the Accuphase music world with this, by any standsard, superb CD player. Can be used as a top notch D/A converter for streamed music.
- High-grade SA-CD/CD drive.
- MDS+ type D/A converter with four parallel devices.
- Support for playback of data discs (CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW).
- Direct Balanced Filter with separate line and balanced signal paths.
- HS-LINK and USB digital interfaces.
- Transport outputs and digital inputs allow insertion of DG-58 into signal path for sound field correction Phase selector for balanced outputs.
- Sampling frequency and quantization bit display.
Was £9,500 sale price £5,250
Accuphase DP-550 CD / SACD Player / DAC (used)
Sold with 3 month’s warranty
Musically a significant step up on the DP-430, whilst offering SACD replay to boot. D to A converters are accessible for external streaming sources.
The DP-550 features an exclusive mechanism developed in-house by Accuphase and benefits in many ways from the advanced technology of the flagship models. It is a high-performance integrated SA-CD/CD player that represents the fruits of intensive research and many extended listening sessions.
The digital processor section of the DP-550 features an innovative method called MDS+ (Multiple Delta Sigma+) developed by Accuphase. The D/A converters in the DP-550 are the latest Hyperstream ™ types (ES9008 from ESS Technology Inc.).
- High-grade SA-CD/CD drive
- MDS+ type D/A converter with four parallel devices
- Support for playback of DSD discs in DSF file format
- Direct Balanced Filter with separate line and balanced signal paths
- HS-LINK and USB digital interface
- Transport outputs and digital inputs allow insertion of DG-58 into signal path for sound field correction
- Phase selector for balanced outputs
- Numeric indication of sampling frequency
Was £9,500 sale price £3,500
CH Precision P1 / X1 with EQ Board Option (used)
Current models. Until the Launch of the £70,000 P10 last year, the P1 / X1 combination was regarded by many of the worlds high end audiophiles and critics as the finest phono stage on the planet. When we heard it first (nearly two years ago) we could not believe the performance available from a turntable.
The X1 Power supply comes with additional regulator stage for powering an additional CH Precision item such as L1 pre-amplifier, D1.5 or C1.
This pair is now available used in excellent condition from a customer who is making the leap to the P10.
The phono stage embraces two technologies, with current sensing to bring out the best in high end MC phono cartridges.
The incorporation of EQ curves for correction of early vinyl recordings brings about a life and vitality never heard before in some of the finest recordings ever committed to disc.