I now have a Nakamichi TA-3A Stasis receiver. So far, I think it sounds better than my D130 Audio Research power amp: more refined and detailed and more accurate timbre of instruments, more texture to female voices. But after a point, increasing volume doesn't seem to do as much. The TA-3A is 75 wpc, and the Vandersteen Treos are inefficient. So the much bigger PA-7 is tempting. Or I could save my pennies and think of finding an Ayre V-5xe...
Anyone try Nakamichi PA-7 amplifier with Vandersteens?
I'm looking for a solid-state power amplifier for my Vandersteen Treos, to go with my existing ARC LS 27 line stage. Has anyone heard the Nakamichi PA-7 amplifier with Vandersteens?
I've been advised that a PA-7, or even better, the PA-7A II, might be a great fit with these speakers. It has plenty of power and energy storage, and being a Stasis design, it's zero global feedback. I've read technical arguments about why these are good qualities, but what counts is what they sound like.
Most of my listening is classical music. I like big symphonies, like Bruckner, which can sound forced or congested with some amps. I also like small groups, like solo piano, and brass quintet. I don't care as much about ultimate frequency extension as I do about timbral accuracy -- being able to differentiate the sound of a Steinway from a Yamaha, for example. What really knocks my socks off is when I close my eyes and feel as if the performers are right there in the room with me -- which probably means a big, relaxed soundstage, and transparency and refinement.
I don't have an unlimited budget, and I would like to stay away from tubes or anything else that requires tweaking. Do you think the Nakamichi would be a good bet for me?
Thanks!
I've been advised that a PA-7, or even better, the PA-7A II, might be a great fit with these speakers. It has plenty of power and energy storage, and being a Stasis design, it's zero global feedback. I've read technical arguments about why these are good qualities, but what counts is what they sound like.
Most of my listening is classical music. I like big symphonies, like Bruckner, which can sound forced or congested with some amps. I also like small groups, like solo piano, and brass quintet. I don't care as much about ultimate frequency extension as I do about timbral accuracy -- being able to differentiate the sound of a Steinway from a Yamaha, for example. What really knocks my socks off is when I close my eyes and feel as if the performers are right there in the room with me -- which probably means a big, relaxed soundstage, and transparency and refinement.
I don't have an unlimited budget, and I would like to stay away from tubes or anything else that requires tweaking. Do you think the Nakamichi would be a good bet for me?
Thanks!
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