I recently auditioned an Anthem Integrated played through Focal Sopra 1. "Dry" is understating the nature of the sound. I found it grating and edgy, overall quite unpleasant. YMMV.
Classe vs. Anthem vs. Parasound
Need to decide between amps for HT and 2 channel listening.
choice of Amps:
Classe CA-5100 brand new, NOS, 2.5k (1 year warranty from dealer)
Parasound A52+ brand new from eBay around 2.3k (no warranty)
Used Anthem P5 around 3k (1 year warranty from dealer)
Speakers: Focal dome with focal sub
PreAmp: Krell KRC3 via HT bypass
HT pre likely Parasound P7
source OPPO 205 analog into P7, HDMI straight to TV/projector
choice of Amps:
Classe CA-5100 brand new, NOS, 2.5k (1 year warranty from dealer)
Parasound A52+ brand new from eBay around 2.3k (no warranty)
Used Anthem P5 around 3k (1 year warranty from dealer)
Speakers: Focal dome with focal sub
PreAmp: Krell KRC3 via HT bypass
HT pre likely Parasound P7
source OPPO 205 analog into P7, HDMI straight to TV/projector