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Acurus A100
Acurus A100
MSRP: $ 650.00

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Reviewed by:
SHeldon
(AudioPhile)

Review Date
April 21, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
Less than 1 month

Visitors rate this review
3.86 of 5, 7.00 votes

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Review 1 of 20

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
This is an amazing amplifier. I "downgraded" my system from a Krell 300i to this. WHile the Krell exceeds the Acurus (B&K PT-3 Preamp) in almost everything, it is not by all that much. THe acurus adds a rich warmth to my sound now. It keeps detail, though it rounds off somewhat in the upper frequencies. The nids are what really make this amp my new found favorite. Surprisingly, the amp has now become discontinued, being the only real drawback to investing in something like this.

Strengths:
Mids and presentation of the music. Non-fatiguing, and rich sound.

Weaknesses:
LAcks some detail and definition

Similar Products Used:
Krell 300i, Bryston 60, Arcam Alpha 7, B&K


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Reviewed by:
fallencr
(Audio Enthusiast)

Review Date
April 9, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

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Review 2 of 20

Price Paid:  $300.00 from Second Hand @ ebay.c

Summary:
My only reference point is a Rotel RB-1070 wich is on the same price range. I demo both units from a dealer and found the A100 to deliver the bass segment with a little more "attitude", without being boomy or muddy. Definitively superior in live recordings. The mid and hi end of the spectrum are very crisp and clear, deliverd with the same wit as the lower end. I am very happy with its performance and build quality. System: Acurus ACD-11 CD player Acurus RL-11 Preamplifier Acurus A100 Amplifier B&W DM 601''s S2 Bookshelf Speakers Velodyne CT-80 Powered Subwoofer Tara Labs Prism 22 and Prism 2 Interconets Tara Labs Prism 2+2 Biwire Cables

Strengths:
Very acurate and "passionate". Excels in live recordings.

Weaknesses:
None for the price.

Similar Products Used:
Rotel RB-1070.


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Reviewed by:
Rabby
(AudioPhile)

Review Date
April 1, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

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Review 3 of 20

Price Paid:  $440.00 from Online Dealer

Summary:
I was not expecting much performance at such a low price but this amp is a steal. I have more expensive amps like Aragon and Musical Fidelity, the Acurus A100 pumps out 80% of performance at 20% price. Mondial amps (Acurus and Aragon) have different characteristics from British amps such as Musical Fidelity, you can have choices according to your taste, but it''s really hard to find any shortcoming of ANY Mondial amps, those guys know how to make amps!

Strengths:
Overall sound balance Power and Bass control Price, Build quality and Reliability (I love Mondial amps, Aragon and Acurus)

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
Aragon 4004 MkII, Aragon 8008, Musical Fidelity A3CR


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Reviewed by:
Bozo
(Audio Enthusiast)

Review Date
February 23, 2002

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

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Review 4 of 20

Price Paid:  $400.00 from Audio Occasion

Summary:
I bought this amp mainly for its price , a demo unit actually. Nice amp with good bass and musicality. It''s probably not the best ever amp but a very good to consider.

Strengths:
Built quality. Not heavy, nice look.

Weaknesses:
Needs warming up for noticeable music improvement.

Similar Products Used:
Arcam , Yamaha,Rotel


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Reviewed by:
ZEUS211
(AudioPhile)

Review Date
February 11, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

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1.00 of 5, 2.00 votes

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Review 5 of 20

Price Paid:  $350.00 from Vanns

Summary:
I was not expecting this amp to be very powerful since it only weighs 19lbs., I was proven wrong. This amp is quite a performer, it is smooth, musical, and powerful. I would highly recommend it.

Strengths:
Everything

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
ADCOM, ROTEL, and if you want to consider these in the same league: ONKYO, YAMAHA, and DENON


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