My ADCOM 545 from 1989 was decommissioned this past December. I had it paired with an ADCOM 500 II preamp/tuner; SONY SCD 555ES SACD changer; and Acoustic Research 302 Classic Series speakers and was very pleased with the set-up. I replaced it with a Musical Fidelity A3 Integrated Amplifier. The sound is a little more detailed; more musical in a subtle way; and warmer. I can listen for longer periods. The Musical Fidelity took a long time to break in (is probably still breaking in). I am happy with the MF. The other integrated amp that I considered was the LFD Mistral. The deciding factor was the very good deal I received from Upscale Audio.
First System Amp . . .
evolving into Second System. My trusty Adcom 545mkII just died. It serviced Energy A5+2 speakers; an Adcom 500mkII serviced it. I won't describe the cdp source (embarassing); a remedy is in the works but not final. So where do I go from here? Any suggestions on a good replacement amp (there are SO many to choose from)? I'm looking for about the same power but perhaps a bit warmer sound. Thanks.