So not too long ago I purchased a pair of Kenwood L-09Ms and completely rebuilt them and they sound amazing, tons of power and finesse. They are rated a at 300w at 8 ohms and 400w at 4 ohms each, but bench at 410ish watts at 8 ohms and a bit over 600 watts at 4 ohms. Many consider them to be Kenwoods best amps ever. However they will not win eye candy of the year award any time soon. I say I would never sell them and they have bested several nice nice amps in local "show downs".
I'm always wanting to change things as I like trying new things, but I have moved things that I have later and to this day regret letting go. I know this may be hard for others to make suggestions as I know those who have laid ears on the L-09Ms are far and few between. I'm not sure how much I could get for them, but it looks like in good condition they bring about $600 each and I'm sure I could get a bit more with them being recapped/rebuilt.
Locally there is a Mark Levinson Evolution 2000 that has been on the market awhile for about $1600. 300w solid state with tube output stage. Looks really nice.
Not sure what I should do. I guess I'm looking for thoughts on what you individuals would do in my shoes. Keep em or look for something new?
Dan
I'm always wanting to change things as I like trying new things, but I have moved things that I have later and to this day regret letting go. I know this may be hard for others to make suggestions as I know those who have laid ears on the L-09Ms are far and few between. I'm not sure how much I could get for them, but it looks like in good condition they bring about $600 each and I'm sure I could get a bit more with them being recapped/rebuilt.
Locally there is a Mark Levinson Evolution 2000 that has been on the market awhile for about $1600. 300w solid state with tube output stage. Looks really nice.
Not sure what I should do. I guess I'm looking for thoughts on what you individuals would do in my shoes. Keep em or look for something new?
Dan