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Additional amplification?

I am considering adding a seperate 2 channel amp to my current multichannel setup, which is: Outlaw 950 pre/pro, Marantz DV 8300 universal player, Rotel RCD 1070 cd player, Rotel RMB 1075 (125wpc X 5) amplifier and Monitor Audio Silver S10s (fronts), Silver center and Silver S2 surrounds. I listen to music about 85% of the time including DVD-A/SACD. Will a seperate 2 channel amp make a difference? I like a crisp, somewhat bright sound in my music. Considering Rotel RB 1080 (205wpc), Parasound 1500a (200wpc. Suggestions and opinions would be greatly appreciated.
beatlebum
kemp
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I have both the Parasound 1500a and the Rotel 991 which is the predecessor to the 1080. In the store I auditioned both of these amps on Monitors and liked the Rotel better but when I brought them home and put them on my NHTs, the Parsound went on the mains and the rotel on the subs. That being said, I thought the rotel was a little more laid back on the Monitors and I am not a fan of a bright sound. But the Parasound was more transparent on my NHTs. Both are good amps and I would suggest trying an in home demo if at all possible and keep the one you want. After all, they have to sound good to you in your system. Good luck.

-Kevin
beatlebum OP
184 posts
 
Thanks Kemp!
beatlebum OP
184 posts
 
Anyone out there with thoughts on Crown or Crest pro-audio amps in lieu of the Rotel or Parasound products?
Crown CE-1000 seems like a great value!

Thanks in advance,

Tim
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