On a similar note, would there be thoughts on an Arcam such as an Alpha 9 (75WPC and late 90's I believe) vs. an older Marantz 2245 integrated. I have a 2245 and love the bottom end and warmth (and yes the looks). But as always I am curious on other used alternatives. I would want to stay in the the $300 - $400 range. I recently got a used Arcam CD73 (around 270 used if memory serves) which replaced a Marantz CD63se (which I sometimes ran with an old Dac In The Box). The CD73 has been a revelation and no DAC needed! This and some kind words from one audiophile friend on Arcam have led me to consider a used Arcam integrated. Opinions?
Arcam vs NAD, Should I just get something else?
So here's my setup. Arcam Rdac to Nordost Heimdall RCAs to either the Arcam a28 or my old Nad 7240PE. Nordost red dawn II speaker wire biwired to B&W cm8s.
So for fun I plugged in my old NAD 7240PE and am surprised. The arcam produces some highs that bother my ears even at lower volumes, the NAD does not. The NAD doesn't have much excitement on harder rock songs, but sounds great on mellower stuff. Most noticeable was the better imaging on the NAD.
I'm open to suggestions. I am ok selling the arcam and getting something new (i use the nad in my bedroom setup). If that's the case I can spend about $2,000
So for fun I plugged in my old NAD 7240PE and am surprised. The arcam produces some highs that bother my ears even at lower volumes, the NAD does not. The NAD doesn't have much excitement on harder rock songs, but sounds great on mellower stuff. Most noticeable was the better imaging on the NAD.
I'm open to suggestions. I am ok selling the arcam and getting something new (i use the nad in my bedroom setup). If that's the case I can spend about $2,000
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