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Amp suggestions

Hi all,

I wanted to get some advice. I am the middle of up grading my system.

Preamp: Rouge 99
CDP: Cary 303
Amp: Odyssey Stratos
Speakers: Dynaudio Contour 1.3 Mk II
Interconnects: Nordost Blue heavens
Speaker wire: Nordost flatline gold (upgrading)

I was thinking of upgrading my amp. I was looking for something with more current that would open up the Dynaudio. Money is an issue so I would probably go used ($2000-$3000). Any suggestions?

On the other hand I guess I could upgrade my speakers. I listen to mostly jazz and some rock/pop.
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danheather
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Levinson 23.5 can be found used for a touch over 2K. I can't imagine ever needing much more. Bi-amping or bridging with another Odyssey is also a good idea that's very cost-effective. The Dynaudios are fantastic speakers that deserve to be "fed" before thinking about swapping them out. Even if you did, the Odyssey would probably be the (forgive me) weakest link in your system. That's not to say that it isn't an excellent amplifier. It's just not quite up to the same level as your associated equipment.
Kindly,

Dan
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