I bought B&W CM10's a few months ago and was not satisfied with the Peachtree Nova 125 that I had at the time. I first tried the Rotel 1570 but didn't care much for it. I then upgraded to Rotel separates (preamp and 1582), but still didn't like it much. I tried to live with it for a few weeks but never warmed up to the Rotel sound. I found it to be a bit too warm for my taste, and the clarity was just not there. Everything was a bit soft/loose around the edges, especially base. I returned the units to Best Buys after a couple of weeks.
I replaced it with Parasound Halo A23/P5 combo and have been very happy with the sound. For my system, the Parasound was a better choice. Smooth, balanced and, most importantly, the bass is much more punchy and taut. I am now in the process of upgrading to A21 for want of more power, but to be honest I can easily live with the A23.
From what I've heard the Parasound integrated has similar sonic qualities as the A23/P5 combo, but with a much better DAC. Having listened to both Rotel and Parasound, my vote is for Parasound. But of course, I have never tried to pair them up with Vandersteens.
I replaced it with Parasound Halo A23/P5 combo and have been very happy with the sound. For my system, the Parasound was a better choice. Smooth, balanced and, most importantly, the bass is much more punchy and taut. I am now in the process of upgrading to A21 for want of more power, but to be honest I can easily live with the A23.
From what I've heard the Parasound integrated has similar sonic qualities as the A23/P5 combo, but with a much better DAC. Having listened to both Rotel and Parasound, my vote is for Parasound. But of course, I have never tried to pair them up with Vandersteens.