The 5802 is quite a sweetheart amplifier. It didn't sound like I expected. It has more of a warm liquid mosfet sound than anything. You might want to give one a try since you are already using the matching preamp. Heck you can resell it pretty fast if it doesn't work for you.
Amplifier recommendations for Adcom/Paradigm Ref.
I own an Adcom GFP-750 preamp,Paradigm Reference Studio/100 version 2 loudspeakers,LAT International top-of-the-line interconnects and speaker cables,Pioneer Elite Dv-47ai universal dvd player, and Sony ES cd megachanger.I listen mainly to pop, rock, and jazz music.I am looking for exceptional bass control and extension, high sound levels without compression,detail, openness, speed, and an open, airy, and extended top-end with no roll-off at all.I also want exceptional imaging and soundstaging, and clarity and transparency top to bottom from a power amplifier.
Between the Parasound HCA 3500 [USED],Adcom GFA 5802, Rotel RB1090, and Carver A-760x, which would you most recommend for my above system?
Also, how does the amp you named compare sonically with the McCormack DNA-225?
Between the Parasound HCA 3500 [USED],Adcom GFA 5802, Rotel RB1090, and Carver A-760x, which would you most recommend for my above system?
Also, how does the amp you named compare sonically with the McCormack DNA-225?