They are exactly the same thing, but for the higher price of the PC you get the amp, the labor to build it in, and the convenience of not having to track down an amp for the CS.
If I had to do it all over again, Id go PC.
I had to split up the expense, however, so I got a dedicated amp to fill in a hole in my rack.
Same diff.
If you already have an amp go with the cs. Actually I just bought this combo. I got the cs because I will probably add another 20-30+ at a later time. It is only $50 more than the pc and you get a very powerful amp to go with it. I think it is the better deal. You could use the unused amp channel for something else.
check out the hardware for sale forum. right now people are trying to sell them off to upgrade to the CS+. There are a lot of good deals on them right now if you are in the market for one.
Jassen,
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Ron