Phase Linear 700b?

[Shizelbs]

Someone around here is selling a Phase Linear 700B in minty condition for $250. Should I grab it and aim to displace my 250w/ch Sunfire with its 350w/ch?

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

[joeparaski]

YES YES buy it right away!! You won't lose any money because I'll buy it off you if you feel you can't use it....assuming it works of course.

Joe

Btw, why is he selling it?

[dkg999]

I had a pair of 400B's I used for years! Great amps, and you can't beat the coolness of the twin meters on the front (assuming the 700B's had them!). They did tend to have fragile output transistors if you shorted out the speaker wires. There were also some mods/updates that made them much more reliable. Great sounding amps, with balls to the wall power capabilities. I would grab it for that price. There is a Phase Linear website, and I don't think you would have any trouble with repairs.

[Polkersince85]

If you are going to get a PL amp, that is one to get. It may need some work due to age, but they are worthy of the mancave. Don't test it on your good speakers. Here's a ebay auction for a wood case for it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Original-Wood-Cabinet-Phase-Linear-400-700b-4000-w-Inst_W0QQitemZ150077164919QQihZ005QQcategoryZ51250 QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Bill Ayotte]

You may want to consult with George Grand, he has a wealth of knowledge about Phase Linear and almost everything Bob Carver related.