Keith G wrote:

"Trevor Wilson" wrote in message
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**One of the most ordinary, I encounter reasonably frequently is the
Audiolab 8000A. It can deliver gobs of current, but sounds terrible. As
for current models, just pick up any sub-1,000 Squid surround sound
receiver. They all sound horrible. Any brand.



Trevor,

Which version of the 8000A would that have been? There were numerous
revisions over the years (Mk I - III) from the early 80s till the mid
90s. The first version had a grey case with DIN connectors instead of
phono connectors. The MkIII versions (post '92?) are meant to be very
good, as they probably ironed out all the defeciencies by then. And
apparently the 8000A has a non-transparent pre-amp section ...

Have you tried the 8000S?


Ooh, that's going to ruffle the feathers of someone here.....


well, quite a few subscribers to UKRA are quite happy with their
Audiolab kit ...