I give a STRONG second to the Ayre V-6X. I have had it as well as the Theta Dreadnaught 1, and while both were truly outstanding amplifiers I opted to keep the Ayre unit over the Dreadnaught. Teamed up with a pre-amp that offers HT pass through and you truly can get the best of both worlds with either the Theta or Ayre unit. The V-6X gives you everything the renowned V-5X does and has a pass through format between its channels that make bi-amping a snap. The Ayre's don't show up used often, and after having one in my setup for over a year I can certainly understand why! I did recently sell mine, but only afer I had auditioned the Ayre V-1Xe which took the two channel listening to yet another level. I'll need to find a decent amplifer to drive the rears now, but its a trade off I'm willing to take!
Best Multichannel Amp - ???
I am looking to buy a multichannel amp that I will use for both 2 channel music listening as well as home theater. I am using Martin Logan Summits and am considering either a BAT VK 6200 or Plinius Odeon. Has anyone heard both of the amps and if so;
1 - how would you compare the two,
2 - which one is the best for the MLs,and
3 - is there a better amp at this price I should consider?
Thanks.
1 - how would you compare the two,
2 - which one is the best for the MLs,and
3 - is there a better amp at this price I should consider?
Thanks.