Accuphase Vs Parasound


Hi guys! I’m considering purchasing a used E-560 for USD 4000 to drive my Elac Adante AS-61 (85dB) . Im quite new to this hobby, so I’m hoping to be able to get some advice from more experienced listeners here on this. Do share your thoughts. Thank you 🙏

Just some background, before I saw the E-560 on the used market, I was planning to go for Parasound Hint 6 or Parasound P6 pre and perhaps A21 / A21+ (that’s apparently coming out in a couple of months). Right now I’m just using a Yamaha Aventage rx-a1060 AVR so it’s not ideal for music listening.

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The Naim separate streamer + DAC + integrated will be on another league of sonic quality and musicality than the Parasound. Naim is much superior sounding than the Parasound. The Parasound will have more power.
Have you considered any of the Class-D Hypex Ncore or ICEpower monoblocks? Apparently these have come a long way with sound quality and handle more difficult loads well.

There are many good Class-D options to consider today ... some with huge price tags. I am considering the PS Audio Stellar M700. This seems to be getting rave reviews for sound quality, provides plenty of headroom, runs cool and can be had for a reasonable price.

https://www.stereophile.com/content/ps-audio-stellar-m700-monoblock-power-amplifier

https://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/1138-ps-audio-stellar-m700-mono-power-amp...

http://v2.stereotimes.com/post/ps-audio-stellar-m700-mono-amplifiers/

For a Network Streamer + Preamp combo take a look at the new NAD c658 which is expected to ship this month. It has reasonable specs and features for a decent price.

https://nadelectronics.com/nad-announces-versatile-c-658-bluos-streaming-dac/