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When two different grounds can find a path through your wiring. This results in line voltage usually experience as static or a "hum".Originally Posted by miggs29
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miggs29 (10-11-2010)
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Don't get hung up on the ACD test. Please review my article:Look at the $2700 Yamaha RX-Z7 (140 Watt) as reviewed by HTM (I did not see yours):
http://hometheatermag.com/receivers/...er/index5.html
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HT Labs Measures
Seven channels driven continuously into 8-ohm loads:
0.1% distortion at 47.1 watts
1% distortion at 54.5 watts
Fortunately, HT content rarely (if ever) makes demands on all channels at the same time, so it may be that your 130watt rated receiver does everything you need.
However, look at the equivalent specification from Audioholics review of the UPA-7 (125 Watt):
http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/a...7-measurements
7 channels into 8 ohms 1kHz powersweep:
0.1% distortion at 108 watts
1% distortion at 117 watts
So if the above Yamaha power rating trends are consistent with your specific receiver, it is safe to assume the UPA has more power than your Yamaha has to offer.
However, I would not recommend that you replace your Yamaha amp section entirely, but, rather that you split duties between them.
By only running 2 or 3 channels off of he Emotiva and the balance off of the Yamaha, you will have loads of dynamic headroom if and when you need it.
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The amp section in the RX-Z7 is quite capable as I have it powering my family room system which 3 of the 7 speakers are 4 ohm rated and I never feel power started.
Also read my RX-Z7 Review and you will see its got some good juice:
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I purchased the XPA-2 and use an old 3802 Denon for the sub, center, rear r/l and center.You could always compromise on the XPA-5.
I am saving up my pesos for an XPA-5 to replace the Denon for amplification and a UMC-1 for the processing.
PS the UPA-5 (125w/channel at 8 ohms) is on sale for $399 for Halloween. The XPA-5 is 200w/channel at 8 ohms but is double the price.
Have fun!
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Unless you are noticing distortion at high volumes, I would not bother with a power amp. Power that you don't need does nothing for you, so only buy it if you need it, unless you like wasting your money on things that give you no improvement in actual sound. In which case, you might as well send it to me, and I will make no improvement in your sound.
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Well, now the XPA-3 is on sale with free shipping. $529. Hmmm
http://emotiva.com/xpa3.shtm
Samsung LNT5271F
Yamaha RX-V1700
Emotiva XPA-3
Panasonic DMP-BD85K
Harmony 900
EMP Impression E55Ti
EMP Impression E5Ci
EMP Impression E5Ti
Klipsch Synergy Sub-10
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What cables do I need to hook up the EMO XPA-3 to a Yamaha RX-V1700 other than 3 RCA cables? What kind of cable do I need for the trigger connection on the back of the XPA-3? Do you recommend using the trigger connection?
Which of these cables do I need?
http://emotiva.com/shop/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=75
http://emotiva.com/shop/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=65
What is the difference between the two?
Last edited by miggs29; 10-17-2010 at 03:41 PM.
Samsung LNT5271F
Yamaha RX-V1700
Emotiva XPA-3
Panasonic DMP-BD85K
Harmony 900
EMP Impression E55Ti
EMP Impression E5Ci
EMP Impression E5Ti
Klipsch Synergy Sub-10
Audioholic Ninja
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Nice! I think the next time the XPA-5 goes on sale I'll take the plunge.
Family Rm: Samsung 52" LCD, Onkyo TX-NR809, Emotiva XPA2 & XPA-3 amps, PS3, Oppo BDP-93, FIOS HD DVR, Salk Song Tower-RT, Song Ctr-RT, Song Surrounds, SVS PB12-Plus/2, Velo SMS-1, NeoTV 550, Roku 3, Harmony-1
Bedroom: Hitachi 42" LCD, FIOS HDTV, Onkyo TX-NR906, LG BD370, NeoTV550, 3x Sierra-1 NrT (LCR), Boston VRX srds, Hsu ULS-15, SMS-1, Harmony-1
Home Office: Onkyo TX-SR707, 2x EMP E41-B, Emotiva Ultra 12 sub, and a small media server
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Not nearly as much off as was on the UPA-5.
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Audioholic Samurai
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That's correct for moving the audo. If it's specifically 3 channel, I'd grab one of my component-video cables and use that (three RCA cables conveniently bundled and color-coded).
I picked up several when the local hhgregg was selling them for $4 each.
I *think* it's any standard 1/8" connector.What kind of cable do I need for the trigger connection on the back of the XPA-3? Do you recommend using the trigger connection?
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Audioholic Samurai
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I believe Emotiva ships their amps with trigger cables enclosed.
Standard RCA is what you need.
I don't know what the difference is between the two cables you linked!
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