Hi guys My set up has Rotel RA1952 Focal Aria 948's Sony Hap z1 est. Music Hall Ikura TT
Imaging and soundstage is good but it seems like I am missing some attack or dynamics. Cables are not exotic but decent. Interested in any thoughts. Thanks
Don’t go the fuse route. That isn’t your problem. That would be the last thing to upgrade when you have money to burn/throw away.
You can get better sound by connecting a good external DAC to the Z1. Also, I had the same Rotel that you have and wasn't impressed with the sound and sold it. That may not be your problem though as many people are very happy with it.
Are you experiencing the same sound with both sources? I would look at two things your phono amp, the one in your Rotel may not be that good, and as suggested above an external Dac for your Sony. Possibly even look at replacing the Rotel.
I will second Jim Smiths excelent book. Its all about how to dial in your system to get the best out of what you already have. You might try moving your speakers closer together say about 8 feet and the same for your seating distance. That can improve dynamics and help minimize the effects of the room as well as keeping them away from the walls if posible.
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