Golden Theater GTX-1 A/V Preamplifier
Golden Theater GTX-1 A/V Preamplifier
USER REVIEWS
[May 23, 2015]
Andy A
AudioPhile
I have had this preamp/processor for 15 years and still find no reason to replace it. It has had a home in my theater stack and is currently connected to an OPPO Bluray player. It receives a down converted 5.1 signal at 24/96 and the sound is still terrific. I have not felt a need to update to a modern processor or receiver in the new formats because the sound quality is so good. The 2 channel performance is also top notch.
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[Jan 05, 2004]
jp4d
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Very good sound, clear and detailled with a nice medium, strong and controlled bass (used with the GTA-1 5 channels Amplifier)
Weakness:
Firmware? solo electronics out of business Had problems with the first set i bought because there was loud hum noise coming from preamp and noisy vibrations on the amplifier. The dealer took them back, gave me a new set, and it worked fine except for some little things: -A disturbing hum persisting. Europe = 220~240 volts 50~60 hertz, does it comes of a bad adaptation of the AC/DC power transformers? -The preamp - sometimes - have difficulties to obey to frontpanel or furnished remote commands (berk...). -And sometimes the Numeric Circuit does also transmit strange unconfortable digital noises while trying to adapt the flow of incoming digital information from the DVD. Maybe an upgrade of the firmware could be benefic... Does someone have the latest firmware or one compatible that works perfectly with the GTX-1, hum? Similar Products Used: B&K Ref 30 (Excellent) |
[Apr 24, 2003]
yammy1688
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Great sounding. Very transparent.
Weakness:
Imaging could be a bit better Since the day I purchased the unit, the sub-out hasn't worked :(.. It makes a pop when switching inputs and makes no sound at all. I stuck a multimeter and it seems like there's voltage leaking from the sub-out? Another reviewer mentioned his sub-out popping was cured with a software upgrade? Aside from that, it sounds great. Similar Products Used: Denon a/v stuff, proceed pre |
[Aug 30, 2000]
Jacob
Audiophile
Strength:
Awesome sound and constuction quality
Weakness:
? I love my GTX1 and it has been working just fine for me thank you. No problem that some of these guys have had. Seems like they're the kind of guys that would buy a Ferrari for the price of a Honda civic, then complain that the Ferrari needs to much maintainence, so they give it a one out of five stars... gimme a break! That really is a good analogy! Similar Products Used: You name it |
[Apr 09, 2000]
Brian
Audiophile
Strength:
Clarity, smoothness, acuracy, bass management.
Weakness:
none. The volume controlability seems perfect; one can jump by 0.5 , 1, or 1.5dB increments. I know of no imperfections in the sound. My first priority is stereo music, but DTS sounds great too for movies. Similar Products Used: none. |
[May 03, 2000]
Chris Lau
Audiophile
An official response to Mr. David Wallis comments: |
[Mar 29, 2000]
Quentin
Audiophile
Strength:
Build and component quality of $5,000+ pre-amps
Weakness:
Not enough people know about it and buy the Acurus instead (Big mistake) All that needs to be said has been said as far as the phenominal sound, decoding, and stereo imaging this underpriced DD/DTS decoder and preamp produces with grace and ease. |
[Aug 07, 2000]
Mark Conner
Audio Enthusiast
I was fairly happy with my GTX-1 for the price, but mine was unfortunately in the shop for repairs when Solo decided to close their doors. I am currently AV preampless & understandibly bitter!!!! How is our Chris Lau search going??? |
[Apr 19, 2000]
Gregg Hart
Audiophile
Strength:
variable crossover, quality of DACs, software upgrades
Weakness:
no 6 channel inputs This unit was replaced as my main controller a few weeks ago. i was instantly impressed with the quality of it DACs. I heard subtleties in 2 channel music that I had missed before. Extremely musical. For adjustability, it's excellent too. Variable crossover controls are so nice to have. I do wish you could adjust all channel with different crossover points though (maybe you can and I haven't figured out how). I haven't spent numerous time with this unit yet, but so far I am extremely please and find it a steal at $2000 and highway robbery at the $1400 I paid for it. Similar Products Used: Sherwood Newcastle AVP-9080, B&K Ref 20, Denon 5700 |
[Oct 20, 1999]
Romel Leacock
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Ease of use, build quality and features.
Weakness:
Needed more video output. To all of you audio enthusiast looking for a preamp, let me say that the GTX1 is your best bet out there. You cannot beat this product if you look at the big picture(ie price,sound ,features,ease of use and of course build quality.)I am very glad i bought the GTX1. This preamp has crystal clear dialogue when viewing movies and the soundstage is awesome when playing music. Similar Products Used: SONY, EAD AND ACURUS. |