B&K amps seemed dark to me, you're coming from listening to adcom power as I did years ago you will likely find the same thing and be disappointed like I was. Look at ATI or other newer amps from them like Outlaw or Monoprice, or amps like Anthem and Bryston. Of course you can spend more but it comes down to personal taste. Parasound is a good middle ground in sound between your Adcoms and the B&K you're looking at. Maybe 1 Anthem for one room and 1 Parasound for the other?
Amp upgrade advice
I am looking to upgrade the amplifiers in 2 of my systems and could really use some advice from experience audiophiles. I’ve laid out the current systems in my office and kitchen below. I am happy with the pre-amps and speakers in both rooms. They are both augmented by subwoofers. I am interested in upgrading the Amps. I’ve listed the amps I currently have. I’m planning to sell thee current Adcom’s to fund upgrades with a few extra dollars. My research is pointing me to the B&K Reference 125.2 amp. Both rooms are smaller with smaller speakers so I am thinking quality Amps rated at 125 W should be plenty.
I am asking for your advice: Am I on the right track?
Office. (12’ x 12’ Closed room)
Pre-Amp. Emotiva BAS X PT-100
Speakers Definitive Tech SM350
Kitchen ( 10’ x 20’. With one open side)
Pre- Amp. Emotiva UMC-200
Speakers Paradigm Reference Millenia One
Amp’s to sell?
Adcom GFA-555 MKII
Adcom GFA-545 MKII
Looking at B&K Reference 125.2
Thank you for any advice.
I am asking for your advice: Am I on the right track?
Office. (12’ x 12’ Closed room)
Pre-Amp. Emotiva BAS X PT-100
Speakers Definitive Tech SM350
Kitchen ( 10’ x 20’. With one open side)
Pre- Amp. Emotiva UMC-200
Speakers Paradigm Reference Millenia One
Amp’s to sell?
Adcom GFA-555 MKII
Adcom GFA-545 MKII
Looking at B&K Reference 125.2
Thank you for any advice.