Although I never had the Adcom HT series, I also owned the 555 and the 565 mono blocks. If the 565 were modded (input resistors, caps upgrade, etc), they should be keepers. But I have compared the B&K ST and Sonata vs the B&K AV series amps and there is IME a big difference in that the ST and Sonata series are more extended in the upper registers and are more revealing. You may want to try first with upgrading two channels out of five of your 7400 if you can find a reliable shop nearby.
Adcom a weak link?
Interested in your opinions. My bedroom system in JSE .6 speakers, Atoll Pr5.1 and Adcom 7400. I'm using 2 channels of the Adcom.
I've read mixed reviews on Adcom. I want to get the most out of my system, of course.
Would you replace the Adcom with a 2 channel amp, preowned under say $700? Or my other interest is a Nuprime IDA8 integrated.
I like the Atoll, that's why I'm considering another amp. My ears are not sophisticated, so if you feel the improvement would be highly subjective, please say so.
Unfortunately, no local dealers near me to demo, etc.
Thanks
gary
I've read mixed reviews on Adcom. I want to get the most out of my system, of course.
Would you replace the Adcom with a 2 channel amp, preowned under say $700? Or my other interest is a Nuprime IDA8 integrated.
I like the Atoll, that's why I'm considering another amp. My ears are not sophisticated, so if you feel the improvement would be highly subjective, please say so.
Unfortunately, no local dealers near me to demo, etc.
Thanks
gary