No, the TX-8470 Hi-Fi should be in the same room as the LRS+.
Tell me, what are you trying to accomplish? I sense that you want a component that combines functions (e.g., an integrated amp) which is why I suggested Anthem. The challenge is that you need something that can handle the LRS+'s demanding nature.
Here's a table with integrated amps with approximate pricing in Dubai's currency. You'll notice that the pricing is much higher that buying an old Krell or Bryston for a fraction of the prices shown for these integrated amps. (Personally, I'd find a pair of Bryston 7B monoblocks just because they're easily found, relatively inexpensive, a perfect fit for the LRS+and look great):
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Power into 4Ω
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Approx. Price (AED)
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Notes
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Hegel H390
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490 W
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AED 22,000 (new), AED 14,700–AED 16,500 (used)
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Top choice under AED 22k; high current, very stable
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Hegel H590
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670 W
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AED 44,000 (new), AED 25,600–AED 31,300 (used)
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Endgame integrated for LRS+
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Anthem STR Integrated
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400 W
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AED 16,500 (new), AED 10,200–AED 11,800 (used)
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High current; ARC room correction
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Parasound Hint 6
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270 W
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AED 11,000 (new), AED 6,600–AED 7,600 (used)
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Budget-friendly but legitimately LRS+-capable
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Musical Fidelity M6si
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400 W
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AED 11,000 (new), AED 6,600–AED 7,600 (used)
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Strong power and current delivery
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Musical Fidelity M8xi
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700 W
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AED 25,600 (new), AED 16,500–AED 20,200 (used)
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Dual mono; extremely powerful
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Krell K-300i
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400 W
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AED 33,000 (new), AED 20,200–AED 23,700 (used)
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High-current iBias design
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@patrickalston thank you again for the effort you are putting in.
1. Didn’t understand the comment about “being in the same room”. I read on the Onkyo and the website says high current- without being specific. That and it has everything one could possibly want in an amplifier including two speaker connections for $800 ( the dealer offered a discount since I wrote)- is what attracted me to it.
2. What am I seeking: basis the feedback I received from all it seems I am missing out on the full potential of the LRS+ with the WiiM amp. And I am trying to explore inexpensive options to achieve that. Since the LRS+ is connected to the TV I wanted an amp like the WIIM - having HDMI. Of course I could buy a cheaper used amp as you suggest and buy a streamer with HDMI too.
3. Since this morning I have also managed to snag a subwoofer from a friend to test out- a small one- Focal Cub Evo. Literally just installed it 30 minutes ago. Not sure I like extra bass or prefer the sharp sound of the standalone LRS+.
4. Coming back to your recommendation on Krell, Briton etc- I guess I will have to look for them whenever I travel to the US next. If all goes well will be in St. Louis early May. Will start searching now on USAM etc
5. Lastly the WiiM and LRS combo on its own sounds pretty good. I am right now in the typical audiophile dilemma territory that Captain Kirk always faced on Starship Enterprise- is there anything better out there.
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Sorry, What I meant to say is that the "TX-8470 Hi-Fi should NOT be in the same room as the LRS+" because it's not in the same performance universe in term of it's ability to mate with the LRS+.
You wrote "I received from all it seems I am missing out on the full potential of the LRS+ with the WiiM amp."
RESPONSE: It's more than that. The Wiim amp, like the TX-8470, is a bad fit because neither meet the LRS+'s current requirements. I'm not saying they're bad products, just that it's they're not a fit for the LRS+. In spite of the LRS+ low-price, it has a rich man's appetite.
You wrote "I have also managed to snag a subwoofer from a friend to test out- a small one- Focal Cub Evo"
RESPONSE - I hope that sub that you selected can match the LRS+'s speed. If not, it will sound slow and sloppy. (Notice my system has no subs, I waiting for the Martin-Logan subs--which are capable of keeping up with the CLS's panels--to go on sale.)
You wrote "Lastly the WiiM and LRS combo on its own sounds pretty good."
RESPONSE: Of course it does, until you push it--and imaging how the LRS+ will sound when you feed it properly.
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