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Goldmund mimesis 9.5 and Wilson system 8

Hi, I am auditioning a Goldmund mimesis 9.5.

I really like the sound of this amplifier. Powerfull and detailed but I'm no audiophile. I cannot find any literature on the amp. at all. I think it may be a peach but not sure. I would like some recommendation of other amps (solid state) of similar quality from those in the know (ML / Krell?)

Im concerend the amplifier is getting a little long in the tooth and maybe should be buying something a little newer, but there are rare and hard to find.

My budget is about USD 5k. Used, High End well maintained is my preference.

my system is 60/40 multi channel 2 channel

Classe ssp600 pre pro.
Wilson System 8 / Cub centre / bw 805's rear
Goldmund Mimesis 9.5
Theta Dreadnaught for centre / surround
Esoteric UXPI for digital

Cardas Cross for int/ speaker.

Any comments regardign the Goldmund with Wilsons or other recommendations would be hugely welcome as I am a new comer to high end audio.

Thanks,

Rob
squidly

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squidly OP
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Thanks I appreciate the feedback. There does not seem be many 9.5s around and if I pass, i may not see antoher for awhile. Do you think 5K is too much for a 9.5 (it was apparently overhauled)
squidly OP
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Would you give the Goldmund the nod over a Krell 700?
squidly OP
9 posts
 
I can also demo the mimesis 9.2 as well, though it has some scratches etc... Thanks for all the advice. I am to take it that there are soem reliability issues Goldmund?
squidly OP
9 posts
 
That is not the answer I wanted to hear. I live in Japan and anything of this sort is a huge hassle, not to mention twice as expensive.

Reinforces my sense that I should buy off here and have shipped to Japan..especially with the Yen at 83. It is very difficult to audition gear hear due to traffic and japanese customs. Thats why Im trying to go to those who know! what would be a good fit for the Wilsons. Thanks for your reply.
squidly OP
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Thanks, I am still auditioning......and really like the powerfull and focused image. I can also demo the TELOS 250. it's twice the price, but a lot newer. I think I am settled on going with the Goldmund.
squidly OP
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what is reallly killing me is that with yen trading at 82. my budget is up to about USD $7,000.00. I need shipping to Japan. I think I am over paying for the GOLDMUND 9.5. What do you guys recommend with my Wilsons for 7K +/- that would be newer and better?
squidly OP
9 posts
 
Yes it is good. just makes me feel guilty about dumping my dealer here who has been good to me. THe domestic pricing is way out of whack due to this strong yen, and his prices are too high.
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