Crown amps

Well playing with the DSP is out for me seeing how I have Mac. The DSP really doesn't interest me though. The only reason's I'm going for the XTI, and not the XLS series is 1. proportional speed fans, 2. turn on transient muting, and three better looks. I really should check out that Carverpro zr 1600. Is Carver still making pro amps? What's the input sensitivity?

Tony3d...Carver Professional has no relation to Bob Carver, and his designs in the past. The ZR1600 also has muting at turn on and off. See my posting of 12/08 for input sensitivity, fan noise issue, and other considerations.

I used to have a mobile DJ Business & have set up sound systems for night clubs. I have owned and used The Crown DC-300, Phase Linear, QSC, Peavey (Still have my old CS-800)and a few others. These are all great amps and give you the best bang (Watts)for your buck. Over the years I have done some A/B comparisons with this type of amp and home type i.e. (Marantz, HK Signature, Adcom, Conrad Johnson etc.) My preference is for the home type. The sound quality seems much better, especially after long periods of listening.(But that's me) The rest of your set up (CD player, Speakers, preamp, cables) also makes a difference. If you have had a chance to listen to the other brands and types and can not tell a difference Stick with the Crowns you can't go wrong. Happy Listening!!!

Thnaks I'm going to give it a try. For the money I just can't see how I can go wrong.

Pro audio amps are probably the closest thing going to the proverbial straight wire with gain.

Many audiophiles don't necessarily want a straight wire with gain and rather prefer an amp that may well be voiced a certain way.