SWAP or Sale - QUAD 50D monoblocks ( ex BBC) Serviced Feb 2013

[hughandella]

Really nice pair of QUAD 50D that apparently fail the 'looks' test --- they are not in perfect condition but considering age are good.
They were serviced by AmpLabs in 2013 who have a good reputation I believe and have conventional RCA connections
The 50D are the professional version of the 50E monoblocks as i understand it ( feel free to correct as I don't claim to be a Quad expert )
They sound really very good and I would prefer to swap them for something of similar quality to match my Croft Pre, including another Quad power that is a bit more of a conventional looking 'box'
My only note would be that with the Croft there was a little bit of noise through the speakers but I am as certain as I can be that is because of the Croft having a relatively high gain --- when pre isnot on there is no noise.
I've had a 405/2 before and I personally prefer the sound of these monoblocks but it is an entirely personal view.
I welcome any advice and suggestions.
There is a pair of 50E for sale from a well respected dealer for £500 --- I'm not expecting that for mine although I think mine are in better shape but it gives a base to work from --- prefer swap as I need an amp but happy ofcourse to sell outright and buy seperately.

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I see there is a pair of 50E for sale for £350 on an auction site so maybe a better guide to value but again they look a bit rougher to me (!)

[Gordon Steadman]

How I wish I could justify these (apparently the house comes first). They are the only amps that I would happily swap for my Stereo 20. I regret selling mine to this day, all for the sake of some money:doh:

I agree that they are better the the 405. I had both at the same time and the 405 went first.

What can I swap??? Wife? Car? Cats?

Good luck with it but I reckon you should keep them and sell the Croft:).

[hughandella]

How I wish I could justify these (apparently the house comes first). They are the only amps that I would happily swap for my Stereo 20. I regret selling mine to this day, all for the sake of some money:doh:

I agree that they are better the the 405. I had both at the same time and the 405 went first.

What can I swap??? Wife? Car? Cats?

Good luck with it but I reckon you should keep them and sell the Croft:).


Ha ha thanks --- I hope I dont regret it too ---- I really love the Croft, again its contentious but I really think it is potentially the pick of the pre's even though its the cheapest just for my ears anyway ---- tks for bump though ---- you've got me worried about changing but it just makes my life easier ha ha
cheers

[struth]

cosmetically they look pretty decent Chris... Bet they sound great...i wish !

[Barry]

I assume the speaker connections have been wired to the 8 Ohm taps on the output transformer.

I have a pair of 50Es (also ex BBC) which have been used successfully with both Quad 57s and B&W DM2As. The Quad 50D are identical save for fewer speaker impedance options. They sound different to both the 303 and the 405. Which is better is a matter of opinion, but certainly the 50Ds and 50Es are a very good and reliable set of monoblocks.

Good luck with the sale.

[The Barbarian]

I never regretted selling mine.. btw mine had Red unit number plates fixed under the heatsink, they seem to have the unit number stamped in the Alloy sink!

[hughandella]

I've had one very nice offer I think I will pursue my only concern being that it's a bit of a beast and might overwhelm my speakers a tad but it should ensure control .... but if you are umming and ahhing then please get in touch asap -- tks
chris