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Amp suggestions

Hi all,

I wanted to get some advice. I am the middle of up grading my system.

Preamp: Rouge 99
CDP: Cary 303
Amp: Odyssey Stratos
Speakers: Dynaudio Contour 1.3 Mk II
Interconnects: Nordost Blue heavens
Speaker wire: Nordost flatline gold (upgrading)

I was thinking of upgrading my amp. I was looking for something with more current that would open up the Dynaudio. Money is an issue so I would probably go used ($2000-$3000). Any suggestions?

On the other hand I guess I could upgrade my speakers. I listen to mostly jazz and some rock/pop.
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chuck
201 posts
 
I have some extensive experience with Dynaudio speakers. They tend to need amps that put out alot of current. Dynaudio, I believe uses Simm Audio. The Moon W-5 would seem an excellent match. Also look at BAT VK-500, Threshold, Krell, Rowland et al..

Hope this hels
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kirk930
285 posts
 
i would throw tubes at your system. maybe conrad 12s,
gregm
3,395 posts
 
Alternatively, and if you like the Stratos' sound, you could purchase another Stratos and bi-amp yr set-up -- or bridge the Stratos... It would cost less, too.

Why not ask Odyssey if they have any bright ideas? The Dynaudios are nice speakers IMO, worth holding on to!
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