Thanks for all your advice!
You've definitely all given me a lot to consider and I suppose that all part of the fun & frustration of getting into this hobby. I think looking into some room treatments might be a good first and lower cost step than a new amp & also see if I can find a local dealer willing do some demo's and at least it's a possibility to maybe find a good pairing. Don't think I'm ready to part with the speakers as a first step. I'm sure some tuning of the whole setup is still possible!
You've definitely all given me a lot to consider and I suppose that all part of the fun & frustration of getting into this hobby. I think looking into some room treatments might be a good first and lower cost step than a new amp & also see if I can find a local dealer willing do some demo's and at least it's a possibility to maybe find a good pairing. Don't think I'm ready to part with the speakers as a first step. I'm sure some tuning of the whole setup is still possible!