FS: TEAC Distinction Ai-3000

[andyrlb]

Warning ...This IS a monster of an amp and very rare .

Having another mad moment ( again) so this beast is potentially up for sale .
Condition wise I'll give this stunning amp a big 10/10 , it comes with its box ( a triple box no less ) it has its cloth cover as does the lovely aluminium heavy remote control. The owners manual and warranty card are also included .
There is a small ding to the aluminium on the remote but it's hardly noticeable and the remote operates perfectly.
Collection preferred though if you can organise alternatives(at your expense )( no couriers) I'll be glad to help but it weighs 31.3kg's without the triple boxes !!!
The price to own this rare beauty is £950 .


TEAC’s AI-3000 is the flagship product of TEAC’s exclusive Distinction series of integrated amplifiers. It uses true discrete analog circuits and multiple analog inputs for versatile audio system planning. A high-quality sculpted aluminum front panel and volume knob exudes quality, and the interior is filled with electronic components of equal caliber.
The AI-3000 drives a mammoth 360W per channel, enough for speakers of any size, with an impressive signal to noise ratio of 102dB. The aluminum side panels are heat sinks that run the entire length of the amplifier. Two fully-balanced audio inputs are available for high-end components. The five switchable unbalanced sources also include a phono preamp input. At over 9” high and 69 pounds, the AI-3000’s imposing looks match the amplifier’s muscular audio performance. Built with a focus on quality over price, the AI-3000 is the ideal center for an impressive listening system. The AI-3000 is available in black or silver.
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[Audio Al]

:eek: :wow: :eek:

[andyrlb]

:eek: :wow: :eek:

[emoji1303][emoji1303] I think the brand is throwing people . It really is the dogs ....


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[Boyse6748]

Just love this amp..... triple boxed or not.

A true high end bit of kit. I remember hearing this when it first released and was knocked out.

Just a shame it doesn't have a tape monitor facility... or it would have a new home right here.[emoji41]


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[andyrlb]

Darn it , cheers mate


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[andyrlb]

Keeping the beast now that the medication has kicked in [emoji3]


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[andyrlb]

Keeping the beast now that the medication has kicked in [emoji3]


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[Boyse6748]

Glad you have come to your senses. Medication can work wonders[emoji41].

Where else would buy a better amp I ask for that sort of money..... unless of course you were contemplating a Valve amp that gives an entirely different sort of sound.

Been looking for a Pioneer SA9900 for yonks (Second system/spare) that didn't need hundreds of £'s of work, but they don't exists either. Be happy with what you have.[emoji736]




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[andyrlb]

I totally agree mate , I don't know what I was thinking [emoji848]


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[Audio Al]

I totally agree mate , I don't know what I was thinking

I am sure you were thinking ' I know what I will give it to Audio Al " :)

[andyrlb]

And I thought I'd dreamt that happening [emoji189]


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[Audio Al]

And I thought I'd dreamt that happening

:D

[Boyse6748]

If you really don't think that Technics Amp is up to to it..... Try this[emoji41]

Maybe a bit to old for you... but you are are a bit further North than I [emoji736]

If you have it... Vinyl is best "Free, Fire and Water" (Half Speed Mastered)" or CD or Tidal, or Spotify" .....Whatever?????

Turn it up...... "Very High" a true test of how good your amp really is!

This has got to be one of the best recordings to test what you have..... a special listen to... "Oh how Wept" and then the classic...."Remember" (Let the Wife go out for a drink or two)

Perhaps a bit too young for your taste ..........but a classic!!!

Give it a try[emoji41]



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[andyrlb]

I will give that a listen through the technics though the rega' may not be up to it and then I'll listen with the beast ( Teac ) which combined with the Kefs should be pretty good ��


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