musicality and dynamics without enhancements


i was just in the shed listening to a early 90's denon mini system, and although it probably does have exagerated bass and treble, this is an extremely musical 30 wpc amplifier, the wow effect is constant, has anyone ever heard similar sound in a seperate component or receiver, in the price range of the average serf, perhaps with enough power for complex modern speakers?
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the term "musical" cannot refer to an audio component. an audio component is not an instrument. it is a reproducer, inaccurate though it may be".

Mr T - why so Black and White today when you are nornally in the middle?

For sure equipment that adds coloration can be thought of as "musical", IMHO (some euphonic designs). Stuff that just plays it "as it is" (on the recording) is usually described as "transparent" or "neutral".

Isn't a top DJ part of the musical process in a club?

How about a concert hall - these are sometimes described as "musical"...LOL ;-)