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Buckeye 3 Channel Purifi Amp Review

Rate this amplifier:

  • 1. Poor (headless panther)

    Votes: 19 6.9%
  • 2. Not terrible (postman panther)

    Votes: 66 23.9%
  • 3. Fine (happy panther)

    Votes: 152 55.1%
  • 4. Great (golfing panther)

    Votes: 39 14.1%

  • Total voters
    276
Not from me, to be upfront and honest.

In an effort to always be honest and save my customers money I can say that there is almost zero audible gain using something like the Purifi or the new NCx Hypex outside of the front three channels.

MAYBE if someone listens critically to 5ch music using a Purifi for the two surround speakers MIGHT produce a very very subtle improvement. But in 99 out of 100 use cases, I urge customers to save the money and not pay more for Purifi outside of their LCR speakers.
There are a few really good options in other brands. I have the NAD M27 (NC400 based) but there is also the M28 (Purifi based)... It makes sense For those that like all the same speakers and amps on their bed layer. Not sure how many would like it but I think there certainly is a market of some type out there. :)
 
There are a few really good options in other brands. I have the NAD M27 (NC400 based) but there is also the M28 (Purifi based)... It makes sense For those that like all the same speakers and amps on their bed layer. Not sure how many would like it but I think there certainly is a market of some type out there. :)
I guess a phobia of multiple cases is an issue for some? Otherwise for the price of an M28 you could get 10ch of Purifi from me
 
I guess a phobia of multiple cases is an issue for some? Otherwise for the price of an M28 you could get 10ch of Purifi from me
Very true. And certainly could do that. I do like fewer cases though. Used M27 seems to run around $2500 ish, but you do make a good point :)
 
Very true. And certainly could do that. I do like fewer cases though. Used M27 seems to run around $2500 ish, but you do make a good point :)
Again, it more so comes down to why to me. Save the money on something that will not be heard in the surround channels, even with multich music.
 
Again, it more so comes down to why to me. Save the money on something that will not be heard in the surround channels, even with multich music.
Some just want to choose to put the best amplification on each bed layer. Simple as that. In particular those running setups for multi channel music but also for high end theater installs. Could certainly be seen as unneccary by some for sure but some stil want it as shown by the existence of M27/m28 and other brands/modesl that have 7/8 channels.
 
Some just want to choose to put the best amplification on each bed layer. Simple as that. In particular those running setups for multi channel music but also for high end theater installs. Could certainly be seen as unneccary by some for sure but some stil want it as shown by the existence of M27/m28 and other brands/modesl that have 7/8 channels.
I know. I more mean that since I can't find myself honestly promoting such a channel count in regard to Purifi builds, I can't justify offering it.
 
I guess a phobia of multiple cases is an issue for some? Otherwise for the price of an M28 you could get 10ch of Purifi from me
True, but I can’t imagine my significant other agreeing to have 10 more black boxes in the living room!
In addition, one should be able to get a discount on the M28!
 
Not from me, to be upfront and honest.

In an effort to always be honest and save my customers money I can say that there is almost zero audible gain using something like the Purifi or the new NCx Hypex outside of the front three channels.

MAYBE if someone listens critically to 5ch music using a Purifi for the two surround speakers MIGHT produce a very very subtle improvement. But in 99 out of 100 use cases, I urge customers to save the money and not pay more for Purifi outside of their LCR speakers.
Thank you for the honesty, if only other manufacturers were that transparent!
 
...indeed...he is looking good here...

...he is on my short list...
 
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Some just want to choose to put the best amplification on each bed layer. Simple as that. In particular those running setups for multi channel music but also for high end theater installs. Could certainly be seen as unneccary by some for sure but some stil want it as shown by the existence of M27/m28 and other brands/modesl that have 7/8 channels.
As someone suffering from mild-to-moderate OCD tendencies, I get the urge. But, assuming you cannot print money and have finite time on this planet, spend your resources upgrading components that make a difference. Get a better DAC/AVR, better speakers, acoustic panels, play with placement, clean out your ear wax, adopt a shelter dog. Any of these things will be more meaningful than burning cash.

The existence of demand does not always justify existence. How lucky we are to deal with a manufacturer who refuses to take our money.
 
As someone suffering from mild-to-moderate OCD tendencies, I get the urge. But, assuming you cannot print money and have finite time on this planet, spend your resources upgrading components that make a difference. Get a better DAC/AVR, better speakers, acoustic panels, play with placement, clean out your ear wax, adopt a shelter dog. Any of these things will be more meaningful than burning cash.

The existence of demand does not always justify existence. How lucky we are to deal with a manufacturer who refuses to take our money.
Please stop. How I, or anyone else chooses to spend money is just not your concern. It is up to each user to decide what to use for amplification, speakers etc.... Please don't tell me that because a purifi channel costs a couple hundred more per channel that is some sort of problem, because it is not. These modules (hypex and purifi) are all excellent values and are a drop in the bucket compared to ridiculously prices amps out there. If you feel that is burning cash to you that is fine but if someone wants to put a purifi on a surround channel there is nothing wrong with that.
 
Just received the speaker post connection update or modification from Dylan at Buckeye for the 2 channel Purifi amp that I bought last year. The installation only took a few minutes and was very easy. The sound is unchanged to my ears. Great before and still great. I also received a new 4 channel Hypex amplifier nc252mp from Dylan for surround channels. It works and sounds great too. Happy camper here.
 
...this issue is what sold me on the brand...that and USA...

...the moment I saw the NCx500 products were available for pre order I ordered one...

...I had planned on having it shipped to Amir, but it turns out Buckeye is sending him one before production commences...

...it looks like Amir is in on it...!!!...
 
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Have you considered that I might understand that and still have the same opinion? Here's why...

If you're going to spend ~1500 on an amp why scrimp on the appearance for the sake of saving maybe £100? Are people shopping in this range really so price sensitive that a 5-10% price hike to cover the cost of a nice case going to shop for an ugly cheaper model instead? I don't see it.

...I do...I just look in the mirror...

...Nord apparently leaves that choice to the customer, offering a deluxe case option, so yes some people care...

...it's not like Buckeye doesn't...they offer options as well...

*speakON upgrade available for $50
*Rackmount case upgrade available for $150
*Custom Powder Coat finish available for $100 (see website for options)
*Custom Anodizing available for $200 (see website for options)
 
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New review is up for version two of the Purifi 3-channel! Almost missed it. Link is included in the 1st post. Congrats Dylan.
 
I gotta pinch myself that I'm really reading this. Consdering the good service, what's a little rising THD between friends? Heck you can just reprogram the government micronanobots in the COVID and flue and shingles vaccines to allow you to ignore it...
You know, it’s obviously a joke, but the thing about jokes is that they can become memes, and there are irrational people out there who really start falling for constant messaging, even that which normal people would find ridiculous.
 
You know, it’s obviously a joke, but the thing about jokes is that they can become memes, and there are irrational people out there who really start falling for constant messaging, even that which normal people would find ridiculous.
Luckily we are now monitoring those people constantly for their own good:
 
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