So this thread's ancient but the 225i is coming up again as low as $1100. new so i'll share my last 2 years with it. I have kef 107/2, 105/3, and revel F 52's. the 225 I doesn't have a tape loop and the kefs have an active eq for the bass,could be an issue for someone. It does have pre out tho' and a clean 225 wpc that never runs out of power and controls all 3 pair with ease. I bought the 225i to replace my krell 300 il that keeps failing and the krell did have more bloom in the midrange making more of the harsh cd's listenable. I think the 225i is a steal but will never be confused for tube gear. good sound great price. solid state limitless power that has excellent imaging and bass control but thru my f52's sound a little sterile compared to my old krell in the midrange.
Anthem 225 integrated: Anyone knows anything ?
Hello,
I am building a smaller system and I came to find out about this seemingly amazing bargain in the Anthem 225.
Now, the dealer also sells the YBA Design line, Cambridge Audio and Musical Fidelity.
I have no experience with those lines (except with a MF A5 integrated).
I have experience with higher-end (tubes and SS) but nothing from those manufacturers mentioned.
Now the dealer says that the Anthem 225 - is WAY BELOW a cambridge 840A and YBA Design - maybe so, but since he has no demo unit for me to listen to, its hard to say.
On reputation alone, maybe he's right, but look at the Anthem closely, build quality and all. Looks like a bargain for a 1,500 retail price doesn't it ? Any comments?
I am building a smaller system and I came to find out about this seemingly amazing bargain in the Anthem 225.
Now, the dealer also sells the YBA Design line, Cambridge Audio and Musical Fidelity.
I have no experience with those lines (except with a MF A5 integrated).
I have experience with higher-end (tubes and SS) but nothing from those manufacturers mentioned.
Now the dealer says that the Anthem 225 - is WAY BELOW a cambridge 840A and YBA Design - maybe so, but since he has no demo unit for me to listen to, its hard to say.
On reputation alone, maybe he's right, but look at the Anthem closely, build quality and all. Looks like a bargain for a 1,500 retail price doesn't it ? Any comments?