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In Reply to: RE: Definitely a lateral move posted by airtime on November 27, 2016 at 08:32:51
you're constantly looking for new amps. Go figure. :)
Ever hear a first rate SS Pass Labs, C-J or Parasound Halo amp in your system?
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I gave up collecting amps for now. I was considering buying one but what I have really is quite good "to me".
Actually if anything I may look for another preamp to roll in and out of the system. Currently I'm using a Conrad Johnson Classic SE that is QUITE transparent and I do like it. However I may want something a tad "softer" for a change up. But I do NOT plan on letting go of the CJ or any of my current gear because I do like it.
I like to rotate (not sell) my gear and sound on occasion. I don't understand someone having one system and living with it forever and never wanting to try something else - Now THAT seems strange to me.
But I agree having several for different areas of the house and garage. And one for HT.
I gather the answer to my question is no.
As for hearing a range of gear, I'll agree again. Having said that, I don't find value in comparing lots of lateral choices. My curiosity went beyond that. I listened to about a dozen exceptional amps including Pass Labs, Edge, ASL, ASR, VTL, Audio Research, Parasound, Atma Sphere and Joule Electra most of which were clearly out of my budget so that I understood what was possible. If budget wasn't a consideration, I think a pair of Siegfrieds or Xs300s would do quite nicely on the stats.
Then I made my decision. Now I enjoy the music. :)
Sell me! What is the difference between the NAD C275BEE and a First Watt F7(10k input) or F6(100k input)
If you can convince me I'll buy one next month to replace the NAD in the summer (110 degree summer) solid state amp rotation. GO!
What is the difference between the NAD C275BEE and a First Watt F7(10k input) or F6(100k input)I cannot speak to those lower powered Pass designs, only that of Threshold and Pass Labs. The equivalent model in terms of power would the the X-150 series of which there were three, the latest being the "point 8".
Sonic differences? Better low level resolution, dynamic punch, midrange clarity and top end extension. Don't get me wrong - NAD offers a great value for the money but is outclassed in terms of refinement by top tier products like this. A friend of mine just purchased an X-250.5 and is thrilled with it. Reno Hi-Fi sells used models with fully factory warranties for good prices. Worried about buying used? My 1981 Threshold Stasis offered over thirty years of trouble free use (driving reactive stats) before I sold it. These amps are hand built to a higher level of quality than you find with NAD.
Auditioning one of these might end your quest for better. :)
edit: If you'd like to see the guts, click here .
Edits: 11/29/16
The Xs-150 and 300 look great!!!! but out of my price range as well. I was checking out the integrated INT-60 thou. $7k is the tippy top I could swing. The Reno site IS a big help - thanks.
The Xs-150 and 300 look great!!!! but out of my price range as well.
Well, $65k-$85k is out of most folk's budget! I gather you get the double entendre of the model designation: "ex-cess".
Note that Reno has an X-150.8 for under $5k. I would prefer using a power amp with a good tube preamp. Which is exactly what I did in 1981 when I matched an Audio Research SP-6 with my Stasis 3 to drive Acoustat 2+2s.
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