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Which power amp?

At this moment I am looking for a proper 2nd hand power amp (balanced). One that would match well with my speakers PMC FB1i and as a streamer/pre-amp PS Audio Perfect Wave DAC + Bridge (Nordost red dawn speaker cable).

I have heard the Hegel H1 and it had power in the low frequencies that I really liked. But the highs seemed to be bright with metal music for instance (could be the Arcam CD192 cdplayer.

The Bryston 3B SST is a powerhouse but I am not sure if they on long term might give you listening fatigueness.

And then there is the Parasound A21, which is not very expensive, but has its flaws. I have never heard it.

The sound I am "looking for" is a very low bass response / deep bass / controlled+sweet top.

Any preferences?
jvilly

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jvilly OP
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Thanks Larry, I will take the Bryston in consideration. I guess it is really a matter of taste, because some folk say the Bryston might be too analytical and therefore it becomes a challenge in long sessions.

My current setup is A90 + CD 192 + DV 88 + T61, but I think my amp is not completely up to the task, as the FB1i's like more power.

For me the contenders are: Hegel H2a / Hegel H4a / Bryston 3B SST / Parasound A21.
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