Cambridge Topaz AM10 vs Yamaha AS300 vs Onkyo


Cambridge Audio TopazAM10 vs Yamaha AS300 vs Onkyo A9050?

Setup: Denon turntable, Denon MC (but high output) cartridge, Wharfedale speakers

This is as far as my budget will stretch, and I'm planning on buying new from Crutchfield. I don't have a separate phono preamp, but all of these have a built in one. They're all around the same price as well, although the Onkyo is 50$ more ($350). Which one would be the best option?

I listen to punk, indie, lo-fi, some folk, and ska. All from past 20 years or so.

Thank you.
toxicwaterfront

Showing 1 response by tonyangel

In my experience, NAD equipment is typically under rated and perform beyond their rating. NAD phono sections are usually pretty good, for built in (from what I understand).

Have you given any thought to just having the power cord replaced?

I think that any of the ones that you mentioned would be a step backwards in sound quality. If you just have the urge to spend money, I'd suggest checking out the classifieds and getting into a used NAD. Lots of bang for the buck there.