Thanks for the input Paraneer. My first thought was also to just get the Halo amp but I have not heard any of the amps listed and don't know if there is a difference in sound quality or build quality as relates to longevity. I have to assume that different amps sound different or whats the point in upgrading. I am also concerned about the ability to get repairs in the future.
time to upgrade amp
I have a small room (12x9) that I use for 5 channel and 2 channel . Mostly music, a few movies but the movie part is not nearly as important to me. I have recently stepped up from receivers to seperates. I originally bought a used Atlantic Technology p-1000 pre/pro and a A-1000 7 ch amp. This has been a very significant improvement to the receivers. I just replaced the pre/pro with a parasound C2 and am quite pleased with it. Now I had a channel go out on the amp, and while I can continue to use it because I run 5 channels and the amp is a 7 ch so still have all ch covered. But I am sure its just a matter of time before additional channels quit so time to start planning now for a replacement. I've set a budget of about 2K for a new or used amp. I would like suggestions and recommendations on what to get. I am thinking of Parasound Halo, Macormack. Used krell showcase, used classe CAV-180?, Emotiva XPR-5, or ???
I do not want any class D stuff, don't like the sound for music. I am using Focal 806V mains and a HSU sub that is way overkill. I have good acoustics as all walls are shrouded in acoustic panels and carpeting on the floor. Most of my music is on a music server so I listen to few cds.
Any advice would be appreciated, thanks.
Rick G
I do not want any class D stuff, don't like the sound for music. I am using Focal 806V mains and a HSU sub that is way overkill. I have good acoustics as all walls are shrouded in acoustic panels and carpeting on the floor. Most of my music is on a music server so I listen to few cds.
Any advice would be appreciated, thanks.
Rick G