If you like the sound you have now but want to make it even better, most likely it is a much better amp and source that you want. But I would probably start with tube rolling and trying other cables. Rogue is a value brand, it is not high end.
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I daresay if spent wisely you could upgrade your amp AND your speakers for $7K. Perhaps something like this: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/tube-line-magnetic-518ia-extra-tubes-mighty-845-set-magic-2017-11-... And since you like Vandersteen you could do this: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-2017-11-07-speakers Though I personally also like the looks of these: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-odeon-tosca-gorgeous-german-horn-speaker-2017-11-26-spe... And these which as an Audio Note owner I can highly recommend: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/monitors-loudspeakers-2017-11-17-speakers That was a fun exercise that took just a few minutes poking around the site, obviously just a few things I like our tastes may differ. My best advice would be take your time, do research, listen if you can, and try to buy once and buy right. Good luck! |
Neither. Put all of it into power and power cables, as a first step. It will transform your system, and once you make the investment, it is there for any component changes in the future. Your room looks like it's multi-use...and since it is a partial pic, I'm not sure what you've done with the room. That would be the other area to invest in. |
Nothing will give you a bigger difference than changing the speakers. You get the most bang for your buck that way, Replacing an amp will make a very small difference compared to changing speakers. I would explore that aspect. I had Vandersteen for over 20 years and that was before they had all these different models. If you like their house sound, go a notch or 2 up the food chain. |
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