Wanted: Arcam Power Amp. P85 or better

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DNT
Posts: 7
Joined: Wed Jul 21, 2021 4:25 pm

Wanted: Arcam Power Amp. P85 or better

Post by DNT »

I would like to bi amp my setup. Currently I have an A85 in preamp mode and a P85 bi wired to SA1550 speakers. A modest setup by the standards of some on the forum but I enjoy listening to it. I’d like to try out the bi amp option with two full power amps. Anybody got anything to tempt me?

DNT
System:
Arcam FMJ A18
Arcam P85 power
Linn Axis
Arcam CD72
Sonos Port/V-DAC
System Audio SA 1550
Brutus1968
Posts: 139
Joined: Tue May 25, 2021 1:32 pm

Re: Wanted: Arcam Power Amp. P85 or better

Post by Brutus1968 »

Hi DNT,

Have you ever tried using Y rca cables and connecting the pre out of the integrated with its power section on one end, and the power amp on the other end? I think there is no risk doing that.

Best

Max
Max (spin the black circle)
DNT
Posts: 7
Joined: Wed Jul 21, 2021 4:25 pm

Re: Wanted: Arcam Power Amp. P85 or better

Post by DNT »

Thanks Max. That’s certainly an interesting idea. I never thought of it. Currently I’m trying out a different layout with the A85 as a power amp driving the base, the P85 driving treble and mid, and an AVR100 as a preamp. However my preferred option would be matching P85 power amps if I can get a second one. Thanks for your suggestion.

DNT
System:
Arcam FMJ A18
Arcam P85 power
Linn Axis
Arcam CD72
Sonos Port/V-DAC
System Audio SA 1550
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