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CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps
07/01/16 at 15:56:59

I had the good fortune of buying an ARC LS17 SE. Now, with only 37 hours on her and some comparisons...I'm willing to part with my CSP3. I could happily live with the CSP3 driving my Zen Mystery Amplifier. However, my new Pre takes the ZMA to a whole other level. I should keep the CSP3 for the great headphone amp that it also is (not into headphones/maybe in some years down the road). However, I adopted a new policy in 2015: "If it sits...it gets sold." Good Karma as well, to move it on. I've sold other Decware=every piece has been great. I've found my soul with the Decware ZDSD (w/Decware Designed Output Stage), ARC LS17 SE & Decware ZMA.

Purchased new: Built Feb/March of 2014 and I received in early April of 2014, to drive my ZMA.

Please feel free to make me an offer + PayPal and shipping (lower 48 states only). I will ship with the stock tubes (they don't have many hours on them ~ I use NOS).

Feel free to PM me your number and I will send pictures. Thanks for looking.

Beeswax Jupiter Caps
Gold smooth action volume knob
Walnut Base
Two inputs
Stereo output with mono output
Dual 1/4 inch headphone jacks
110/120 Volts

Paid $1554.00 + shipping/April 2014.

~All offers considered~

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Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps
Reply #1 - 07/02/16 at 22:36:54

I should price it, so I will.

$1050.00, and I will cover the 3.5% PayPal and shipping FedEx Ground lower 48/provide tracking number in PayPal and PM.

Condition is mint and will be packed perfect with Tubes inside their own box inside the larger box. No smoking environment.

Fell free to respond here or in PM.

Thanks again for looking. Stone

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Archie Seasoned Member Posts: 2731	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #2 - 07/03/16 at 01:00:20 Stone -- that's a great deal for some lucky/smart person. Stock tube complement? What kind of outlay does it take to top a CSP3?
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #3 - 07/03/16 at 02:11:23 Hello Is this unit still available? Thank you
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Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps
Reply #4 - 07/03/16 at 04:48:26

Hi Archie. Yes, stock tubes go with it.

The ARC LS17 original sold for 4k. The retro upgrade to SE was 795.00. Then the SE version came out and they raised the price in 2014 because it was as good as the LS26 and Ref 3. So, they raised the price to $5500.00.

I got my ARC LS17 SE new in box and full warranty for $2790.00. This Preamp is just sublime and powerful. It is hard to shut it off and leave the Room! I run my ZMA or McIntosh MC 152.

Earthmaster, yes it is available.

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Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps
Reply #5 - 07/03/16 at 15:32:24

Earthmaster, I believe you will need 5, 6 or 7 posts to PM me. No worries, we do not get our underwear in a bunch, if you are new here and want to buy something. (Zealots at the Polk Forum..... ). Love my SDA's for mid-fi, but my ZMA crushes that System with CSP3 and now LS17 SE. So, it is cool if you stick around or don't. We hope you do?! ....and Welcome to the Forum.

If you are interested: Do the dummy posts, PM me your PayPal email address. I will request payment at PayPal, confirm payment and ship/provide tracking number/FedEx ground (signature required) here in PM and in PayPal.

Feel free to ask any questions and if you want pic's ~ PM me your number and I will text them. It is cumbersome to post picture's here on the Forum.

Happy 4th!

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Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps
Reply #6 - 07/03/16 at 16:55:33

Stone, when I saw your ad, I sent a message to a buddy, saying he should buy this. I haven't heard back from him. He has been considering buying a Z-Stage for his SS rig but I've been trying to convince him for a bit more he could have this much more flexible pre-amp. I have all the gear I can use, as you know. Is your CSP3 still available or should I stop pestering my buddy?. Mark.

PS...the only upgrade is the bees wax caps correct? What kind of base?

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stone_of_tone Seasoned Member Listen Often/Listen Deep Posts: 3217	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #7 - 07/03/16 at 17:05:29 Hi Mark. Correct, the only upgrade is the beeswax caps and has the walnut base, as listed above also. Earthmaster, has first dibs. If no go for him....you/buddy will have it. Thanks for the interest.
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Archie Seasoned Member Posts: 2731	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #8 - 07/03/16 at 18:36:29 So, just as I thought, it takes 2 to 4 times the cost. When I bought my first Decware gear I thought I was spending way too much and now I see what a deal I got!
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #9 - 07/03/16 at 18:52:28 Hello Stone Yes I would like the unit -- would you suggest that it goes to Steve for review to get the warranty or should we skip that part. I'm sure the unit is in fine shape as I have read your posts over the years.. Cheers
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #10 - 07/03/16 at 19:10:06 ?
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #11 - 07/03/16 at 19:13:41 Stone I'm not sure what a dummy post is -- I'm not available until later this evening pacific time and will attempt to complete the transaction with you... Cheers PS Hope that is ok
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #12 - 07/04/16 at 03:26:48 Greetings Stone PM sent (at least I think so) Thanks
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stone_of_tone Seasoned Member Listen Often/Listen Deep Posts: 3217	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #13 - 07/04/16 at 19:07:29 Hi Earth. It is up to you about the warranty. I would call Steve about the wait time. You would need to pay the shipping to Decware and then shipping to you.
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Earthmaster Verified Member Posts: 7	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #14 - 07/04/16 at 21:13:40 Greetings Stone I'll pass on sending it to Steve...so let me know the next steps...and thanks for your patience as I'm a little new to using this forum (or any for that matter)... Cheers
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Lon Seasoned Member "Love without guts is worthless!" Philip K. Dick Posts: 23571	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #15 - 07/04/16 at 23:20:14 Earthmaster, you should have enough posts to PM now. Congrats!
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stone_of_tone Seasoned Member Listen Often/Listen Deep Posts: 3217	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #16 - 07/05/16 at 01:03:45 Sale pending.
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stone_of_tone Seasoned Member Listen Often/Listen Deep Posts: 3217	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #17 - 07/07/16 at 19:05:39 Sold. Enjoy Earthmaster.
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doukhobar Seasoned Member Posts: 139	Re: CSP3 w/Jupiter Beeswax Caps Reply #18 - 07/27/16 at 16:21:18 Nice. I'm also looking for a CSP2+/3.
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