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Amp for Yamaha Soavo 2

Dear HiFi Gurus:

I playing with a second system. I have a great set of speaker to base it on: Yamaha Soavo 2. But I'm afraid the Integra 50.3 I'm using is not bringing the best out of them. To be fair, the sound is incredibly sweet, but it lacks a bit the impact and edge.

Any suggestions?

Have you got an amp that plays really well with the Soavos? Or an amp that is more sharp/clinical/lean to balance their incredible sweetness?

I'm considering both integrated and power amps. Digital input is a plus, but not a requirement.

Cost is also a factor (that's a second system after all :-). I'd prefer to keep it below $300. Max $500.

Your advice is greatly appreciated!!

All the best,
Walfredo
walfredo
walfredo OP
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Thanks for the insightful responses, folks. I'll research further in the suggestions.
walfredo OP
7 posts
 
So, I went with the Emotiva UPA-200 and I'm very happy with it. Sound is detailed, clean, yet musical.

Thanks again you all for the suggestions.
walfredo OP
7 posts
 
A quick update for people searching on the topic:

I ended up ditching the emotiva. In the end, it was better than before, but still would not bring the magic out of the Soavos.

After much play, I got the system to sing by changing the source. It turns out that the Aune T1 + Amperex Orange Globe worked wonders. The amp remained the Integra 50.3.

It is really awesome now. :-)

Love,
Walfredo
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