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What direction do I take for an upgrade?

Hello everyone,
I am new to this site and this is my first post so feel free to yell at me if I am posting in the wrong spot. I currently own 4 Paradigm Monitor 7 v.4 powered by a HK 3470 and a CA 540D. I know I am in need of some low end and here are my two options. Maybe someone could give some better direction. Option 1: CA 840A and a pair of Paradigm PDR-12. Option 2: Acurus A250 as a bass amp for two passive aluminum magnesium subs, an Acurus A100 for my Monitor 7's and an Acurus L-10 preamp. Option one might be cheaper by about $300. But I Am just looking for some advice for now. Thanks in advance!!
afavro24
rlwainwright
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Replace the speakers. The Monitors are good, but not great. If you really like the Paradigm house sound, move up to the Studio series. If you're willing to switch brands, there are TONS of options. I made the jump from Studio 80s to Gallo Ref 3s and I don't regeret it for a second...

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afavro24 OP
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I am on somewhat of a budget, being in college. So I was trying to make a complete system and then upgrade gradually. I am definitely open to switching brands and appreciate the suggestion, but like I said, I am working on a budget. Thanks!!
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rar1
1,745 posts
 
Why not just get a powered sub-woofer and be done with it? The HK 3470's amp section is adequate enough and the Cambridge Audio 540 DVD player more than holds its own with both CD's and DVD's. For the time being, enjoy your music and when the urge to spend money on gear overpowers your common sense, then upgrade. Who knows where you'll be or what you will be looking to do by then.

Regards, Rich
mlauner
250 posts
 
source first since everything down stream is impacted.
afavro24 OP
4 posts
 
Rich, I like your approach and the more I think about it, the more I feel like I am going to get a couple of powered subs. My room is starving for low end. I can get a good deal on the Cambridge Audio 840A and a couple of Paradigm PDR-12's so I might go that route for now until I can save some cash. Thanks again!!
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