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Looking for an Amp or Integrated Amp with a solid midrange presence

I bought a pair of Omega Dyna 10 2-way speakers (8 Ohms, 91db sensitivity) that paired beautifully with my old Harman Kardon Twin Powered 930 receiver (1972) and PM 665 vxi integrated, that I'd swap out as the urge hit.  Over the past 6 months both units have needed repairs and after investing a fair amount over the years I'm reluctant to get these worked on again. Would anyone care to recommend a good amp that would have that deep musical weight the HK's provided? I tried the Yamaha AS801 but it was much weaker than the 100WPC implied.  My listening room is 14' wide by 16" deep.  Used for movies and 2 channel stereo only , no home theater .  Budget maximum would be $1500 range.

I appreciate everyone's feedback.

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helomech
2,003 posts
 

I coined the phrase "Yamawatts": some years ago after experiencing how weak kneed their stuff is.

Hmmm…Some of their newer MOSFET-based amps (A-S2200 etc.) can manage bass depth and control better than some $10K amps. So there’s that. 
 

Conversely, many of their AVRs do indeed sound “weak kneed” for their alleged power rating, and tend to produce a U-curve response lacking in mid-bass. 

 

corelli
1,167 posts
 

I agree with the comment that Omega speakers need the right amp, and vice-versa.  Componenet matching as we all know matters.

FWIW, I have a pair of Omega monitors that sound rich and full with a whopping 4wpc SET (Erhard Ray).  So, you don't need lots of watts, just the right watts.

phd
1,342 posts
 

Get a McCormack DNA 125 amp, they go for about $700.00 used and it is made at Conrad Johnson plant in Virginia using CJ parts but designed by Steve McCormack. Huge soundstage with a full well fleshed out midrange. It don't get much better than this at this price point and above

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