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Amp recommendations for Revel Salon2

Just recently purchased a pair of Salon2's. I've been very happy with these speakers but I know they can sound better with better electronics.

At this point, I'm using Oppo 83SE (CD/BR), Anthem AVM30 (Pre-pro) and MCA 50 (225 w/ch X 5). My plan is to upgrade the amp first and subsequently the pre-pro.

I'm considering the following and, frankly, open to suggestions:

- Audio Research DSI 450
- McIntosh 402 or 303
- Parasound Halo
- Classe

I use the system 70/30 music to video. Therefore, my top priority is musicality.

Appreciate comments/recommendations.

Thanks,
Mike
ritmo

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ritmo OP
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Irv -

Thanks for your thoughts.

I would definitely consider ML but I've heard and read of concerns with reliability and support recently - including amps. Glad your amp(s) has/have been reliable. Which model(s) do you have?

I've heard of very positive comments on the AR DSI 450. A former owner of Salon2s changed his Ayre mono blocks to this particular amp and was extremely impressed with the outcome. Very much supports Auxetophone's comment on the Ayre with the Salon's.

Thanks!
Mike
ritmo OP
99 posts
 
Auxetophone -

Thanks for your comments. I did hear the Salon's with the Ayre at my dealer. The entire setup was Ayre - CD/Pre/Amp. The Salon's sounded better than they do with my Anthem - more detail and more bottom. However, they did not have enough "juice" to drive them to reasonable loud levels (not suggesting ear shattering).

Thanks,
Mike
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