Anyone got info? DYNACORD reference 3000

[Salamenster]

I found this for sale for €500 on the belgian equivalent of Craigslist.

Says to be a Dynacord Reference 3000 in red multiplex.

Was wonderin' if anyone got some info. Dynacord is apparently a renowned audio engineering company.

 

[Salamenster]

Thanks to knowledge of German language I found out that this beast weights 50 kg... That's deal breaker for me, or anyone should come up telling me that it's the most awesome-sounding combo ever made.

 

[beans-on-toast]

Here is the catalog info: http://www.research-institute.de/PDF/Dynacord_Reference_3000_catalogue_page_scan.pdf. The head looks like it would slide out of the cabinet and can be used separately.

 

[Salamenster]

Here is the catalog info: http://www.research-institute.de/PDF/Dynacord_Reference_3000_catalogue_page_scan.pdf. The head looks like it would slide out of the cabinet and can be used separately.

Wow, thanks! That was actually quite an interesting read! Got any experience with the amp yourself?

 

[beans-on-toast]

No experience with that amp. Dynacord has been around for a long time and has good products in general.

 

[Thijs V]

Had this one for years very loud not very deep low end very reliable also

 

[zwiss]

I just came back from Stuttgart, where I played in The Laboratorium, a very neat music club. It's the fourth time I have been playing there, and every time I use their Dynacord Reverence 3000.
To me it is maybe the best amp I ever used.
I left the EQ totally flat, and just used the 500hz preset (it cuts the mid) and it sounds really great. It actually sounds like a 600WATT amp, with VERY tight low end, and the highs are very sweet, not aggressive.
I have used over the years many amps: Trace Elliot, SWR SM 500, Ashdown, EBS Fafner and now a Genz Benz Streamliner 900. I always prefer 4x10 cabinets. Nothing beats this amp... thats MY opinion. If only it werent so heavy...
Actually most bass players that play it that club ask the sound man if the amp is for sale... its not

 

[Muziekschuur]

The reference 3000 at the time was probably the most expensive 4x10 combo out there. I have the BA300 with 8x10. Wich was a predecessor. But now it was solidstate. The best they could make and a processor controlled IQ. Wich made it very special. Combined with electrovoice speakers. A rolls royce combo.

But when you buy it now it has some risks. The amplifier probably will need a rebuild. And whatnot.

 

[Alx6]

Hi everyone,
I’m a proud owner of a Dynacord Reference 3000 4x10 bass combo and I’m looking for a realistic valuation from people who actually know this amp.
Condition: excellent for it’s age !The amp is around 30 years old and shows its age honestly. The original stained and varnished plywood cabinet in mahogany/red finish has some light scratches on the top and back — normal wear for its age. The metal speaker grille is intact and undamaged. The control panel is complete with all original knobs and the 11-band graphic EQ working perfectly. No dents, no rust, no missing parts anywhere. And I still have the original operating manual (a bit wrinkled but complete and readable).
I’m based in France (Avignon).
I’m not necessarily selling, but I’m genuinely curious what this would realistically fetch in 2026 from someone who knows what it is. I’ve seen examples in unknown condition sell for €140–€500 in Europe, but those were much rougher units.
What would you value this at? And would any of you be interested?
Happy to share photos on request. Thanks!

 

[agedhorse]

Since there is no longer support (and many parts are no longer available) for the amp, probably on the low side of your observed value. There are workarounds for some parts but not all.