Without knowing the other components involved, most importantly the speakers, Semi's comments are irrelevant. The speaker/amplifier match is critical in opimizing and evaluating either.
Second, the dealer's room is undoubtedly different than Semi's so that must be considered as well. The room is a component.
Ayre is outstanding gear folks; don't let these comments dissuade you from auditioning their amps and preamps. The cd players aren't on the same level however.
Second, the dealer's room is undoubtedly different than Semi's so that must be considered as well. The room is a component.
Ayre is outstanding gear folks; don't let these comments dissuade you from auditioning their amps and preamps. The cd players aren't on the same level however.