AV 5125 vs Parasound HCA-1205A
The HCA-1205A's power @ 8ω is 140W against the AV 5125's 125W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 230W, its input sensitivity 1.0V RMS against 1.2V RMS, and its input impedance 33000Ω against 10Ω.
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The Linn AV 5125, manufactured around 2001 in Scotland, is a modular 5-channel power amplifier utilizing efficient Class V amplification and a high-density switch-mode power supply. It provides clean, dynamic audio performance suitable for surround sound, stereo, and active speaker setups with optional internal Aktiv cards. Featuring bi-wireable outputs, daisy-chain line outs, and power-saving standby mode, it combines high power in a lightweight, compact chassis. Originally retailed at approximately $2999 USD or 2800 EUR, it is out of production but remains available on the used market.
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The HCA-1205A's power @ 8ω is 140W against the AV 5125's 125W, its power @ 4ω 200W against 230W, its input sensitivity 1.0V RMS against 1.2V RMS, and its input impedance 33000Ω against 10Ω.
The 5000x 5-Channel's power @ 8ω is 120W against the AV 5125's 125W, its power @ 4ω 180W against 230W, and its input impedance 40Ω against 10Ω. Both share input sensitivity (1.2V RMS).
The A200x5's power @ 8ω is 200W against the AV 5125's 125W, its power @ 4ω 300W against 230W, its input sensitivity 1.4V RMS against 1.2V RMS, and its input impedance 20000Ω against 10Ω.
The GFA-5503's power @ 8ω is 200W against the AV 5125's 125W, its power @ 4ω 350W against 230W, its input impedance 49.9Ω against 10Ω, and its input sensitivity 0.1V RMS against 1.2V RMS.
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