My reason for looking to changing my amplifier is not for more resolution, I get that in spades with my cart and phono stage...It's to open up doors for me with speaker choices since the Sugden (or any pure class A) amp is limiting in that regard
Moon 761 -> 861 upgrade but keeping the 791 preamp/streamer
Hi there, I have a Moon 791/761 combo that feeds a pair of Wilson Watt/Puppy 50th Anniversary speakers. I’m looking for opinions on upgrading from the Moon 761 to the 861, under the assumption that I keep my Moon 791 as the streamer/DAC/preamp.
I should note that my listening is all-digital: Qobuz + local library via Roon. No analog sources — and no plans to go that route.
I love the 791 + 761 combo, especially given how clean and detailed it sounds. But I am wondering what the 861 might bring to the table, especially with Wilsons or other super-revealing speakers. Is it a real step up in terms of grip, dynamics, soundstage, etc.? Or is the 761 already "most" of the way there? Finally, am I missing out on some weird incompatibility between the 791 and the 861? I doubt it, but thought I’d ask.
Thanks in advance for your comments and opinions.
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@jc51373 You should have a listen to a 20-year-old CODA #11 (eBay) or the new CODA #16. Both are incredibly powerful but also Class A on the first 100 watts. I use both in 2 systems and they can be used with very high sensitivity speakers (similar to the quiet Benchmark AHB2 or Moon 761/861) or very low sensitivity speakers like Maggies. Super quiet, finesse, and tremendous power. I actually use the older #11 on my very best speakers. I got that one used for $2400. It is a keeper. |
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