Harman Kardon 3480 Vs 3490

[mohit_ubs]

Hi
Can anyone guide me what are the enhancements in HK 3490 vs 3480 ( other than optical input, better FM receiver)
Im getting a second hand HK 3480 ( 2yr old good condition) for Rs.20,000 while brand new HK 3490 is for Rs35,000
Will it be worth to go in for a new HK 3490 or 2 year old 3480, my priority is quality and durability.
But if the sound quality is not much of a difference then price is the next consideration
Pls guide, im confuded
Thx

 

[afj]

they both sound pretty much the same. not much difference in sound imo. i owned the 3480 and wasnt happy with it. highs were harsh and it wasnt musical at all. also at certain frequencies it sounded muddy. on the plus side it had extremely tight and big bass and on mid to lower frequencies there was good sound seperation. pretty big on power. its would be categorised as a bright sounding amp. overall not too refined sounding.

i think you should audition before you take the plunge