Creek Destiny Integrated Amplifier w/MM Phono Plug-In Card
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Ships from | Indianapolis, IN, 46219 |
Ships to | United States |
Package dimensions | unspecified |
Shipping carrier | UPS |
Shipping cost | $68.00 |
Original accessories | Remote Control, Box, Manual |
Average | Research Pricing |
A near-perfect example of the revered Creek Destiny integrated amplifier, and this *includes* the MM plug-in phono stage that had to be purchased separately ($500). The only notable flaw is a pair of slight scratch marks on the underside of the unit (see pictures). The amp, remote and phono board have performed flawlessly for me since purchased in 2007 - but I since have moved and have a bigger room and much more power-hungry speakers (B&W 803Ss) that necessitate me moving up the chain, power-wise.
Though not pictured, I do have the original manual and remote (remote is also in 9/10 condition and I can provide a picture if you'd like). Also, the box does not include the styrofoam - however, I will wrap the unit in bubble wrap and surround with packing peanuts. I can also double-box at purchaser's additional option/cost. Buyer to add 3% for PayPal unless "Friends and Family" transfer is chosen (or certified check or money order sent).
ORIGINAL PRICE $2795.
"The Creek Destiny is a must audition for those searching for an integrated amp in the increasingly crowded and increasingly competitive $2000 and up market. Its ability to drive real world speaker loads, extract premium performance from the CD format, the versatility of its preamp modes, and its exceptional musically communicative performance make it an easy and obvious recommendation." - Paul Szabady, Stereo Times, Nov. 2006
"…this amp is particularly clear at all times: but the way it can grab ahold of a pair of speakers and control them with real confidence does indeed seem to improve the rhythmic performance of the whole audio chain. The end result is that anything with a danceable beat really does get the feet moving involuntarily." – Richard Block
"We were particularly impressed with the Destiny amplifier. It has an effortless and seamless coverage of the audio band." – Hi-Fi Choice
"What a great little amplifier. The Destiny packs a powerful punch, with strength, bass depth and rhythm, yet also finesse and musical analysis. Chameleon-like, it simply delivers music in an enjoyable but deceptively un-fussed way. It seems to have no hidden vices and astutely avoids the ragged grainy sound of some transistor amplifiers. There is nothing to criticise at its price point. It will almost certainly out-perform amplifiers at higher prices and it looks good too." – David Berriman, Hi-Fi News, June 2006, www.hifinews.co.uk
Specifications:Power Output into 8Ω (both channels driven): > 100 Watts
Power Output into 4Ω (both channels driven): > 160 Watts
Power Output into 4Ω (one channel driven): > 200 Watts
Peak Output Current into 1Ω: > 25 Amps RMS
Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz - 20 kHz): < 0.05%
Frequency Response: 3 Hz to 80 kHz - 1dB
Slew Rate: > 50 V per μS
Gain with passive pre-amp mode: x 48 33.6 dB
Gain increase with active built in pre-amp: +3dB, +6dB and +9dB (Switchable voltage gain via slider switch underneath pre-amp section)
Input Sensitivity for 100Ω passive: 0.59V
Pre-amp output level: Follows input signal level via volume control
Signal to noise ratio: > 105 dB
Separation: > 60 dB @ 1 kHz
Switchable mains voltage selector: 115/230 VAC
Inputs: 5 plus 1 x Tape, plus tape monitor (via RCA sockets)
Loudspeaker Outputs: Switchable A + B
Headphone Output: Yes
Switchable pre-amp output and power amp input: Yes
Net Weight: 22 lbs.(10 Kg)
Shipping Weight: 26 lbs.
Net Size (W x H x D): 17" x 2 3/4" x 12 1/4" (430 x 70 x 310 mm)
Remote control: Custom Creek SRC system remote handset using RC5 codes
Absolute Sound review of the amp: http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/creek-destiny-cd-player-and-integrated-amplifier/
Audioreview.com reviews: http://www.audioreview.com/product/amplification/integrated-amplifiers/creek-audio/destiny-amplfier.html
Stereo Times review: http://v2.stereotimes.com/post/the-creek-destiny-integrated-amp
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