Thanks for taking the time to respond.. I know, I need to listen for myself. I'm just hoping to hear what I should clearly avoid so as to not waste my time. I was strongly considering the Musical Fidelity A5.5 integrated, but I'd rather do a separate amp/pre I think. Guess I'll just visit a couple local dealers over the weekend & see if any will allow me in-home auditions.
Recommend SS Amp for Monitor Audio GS60?
I feel a bit overwhelmed in my search for an amp. I want solid state for various reasons (I also need to get a pre, & would prefer SS for that as well). My setup is a bit strange, and multi-purpose--2-channel only (w/ a powered sub a possibility as well for certain applications). I live in a small condo, so don't have space for a dedicated listening room. I don't watch movies very often. As far as TV, mostly sports. BUT, I can't stand to even listen to beer commercials through TV speakers, so I want all audio to go through my 2-channel setup. My transport/source are, of all things, an Apple TV (don't laugh) & a Stage 3 Cullen Circuits modded Digital Link III. The room is ~18' x 11' x 8'.
I thought I had an idea of what to listen too, but I am now totally lost again for some reason. Combined budget for both amp & pre would be $5,000-$6,000, preferably new. Can you at least give me suggestions on what would match well w/ the GS60's, in your opinion? I'm hoping that will help to focus me a little bit. Thanks.
I thought I had an idea of what to listen too, but I am now totally lost again for some reason. Combined budget for both amp & pre would be $5,000-$6,000, preferably new. Can you at least give me suggestions on what would match well w/ the GS60's, in your opinion? I'm hoping that will help to focus me a little bit. Thanks.