Dear Jcbtubes and Bulldogger, thanks for your speedy responses and good suggestions. I was not aware of any upgrades for the PSB's and will investigate further, or if you have time, please let me know what you did and approx. $ set back. I believe that my "gut" tells me that I should stick with the Proceed AMP since I am extremely satisfied with both the AVP as well as Madrigal's service support. To narrow it down a bit, would you suggest the three channel H/D 3x250W or the "smaller" five channel 5x125W with the Stratos Gold? Any major differences besides the obvious? My thinking is that I can use my NAD 208 for the rears and the NAD 2400 for the sides, what do you think? Or would the five channel be a better solution? Also, what do you know about the Audioquest CV4 cable (can be biwired)? I can buy 100'(spool) for $500 (close out). My runs are 2x30'(R)and 2x20'(Sides). Once I know which AMP I should buy, then my journey for an IC cable will take place. Do you have time for one more response?TX
Guidance needed
Wow---I am amazed and grateful for all the "seasoned" audio/videophiles out there. Perhaps some of you fine individuals can suggest what route I should take with my next purchase. My current set up contains (in a dedicated theater room 22x16): Runco/Stewart combination, Proceed AVP, Pioneer DV-09, PSB Stratos Gold (R/L), PSB Stratos C5 (C), PSB Stratos Mini for both sides and rear, NAD 208 for R/L, NAD 2400 for the sides and rear, and finally a small bridged NAD for the center. As far as the cables, they are mainly low to mid end Audioquest (6 yrs. old). Here are my questions: 1)Which amp should find a new home, 2)same goes for the cables? I have looked and listened to the Proceed HPA3 and the AMP5. They are both remarkable. Should I continue with the Proceed line? Also, what IC's should be used? I read nothing but rave remarks about the "Coincident" as well as other brands -- except Audioquest -- why is that? Should I go balanced or single? I am looking for the ultimate in electronic tranquilizing and welcome any suggestions for improvments (hopefully