I feel it is time to upgrade my 1977 system.......
I have been enjoying my Pioneer Spec 1 and Pioneer Spec 2 system for a very long time and I have been having issues that have exhausted my patience and nearest shop is 3 hours (each way) from home. I only listen to my Music Hall TT that pleases me. My speakers are from 1976 Altec Lansing Model 19 that have been freshend up and I love the sound, I guess because I have been so accustomed to them and I'm sure there are many diff speaker options but for now I wish to continue with the Altec's. My quest is to replace my amp and preamp.........I have some logistical problems to deal with. I have ONE!!!! location for new gear, a shelf that is 51 inchs long and 18 inches from a wall to the front edge of the shelf, shelf will handle 200lbs. My Pioneer amp has ample power and I would like to remain close to the same amout of power. If you have some ideas for me I would love to hear them. Not sure how I feel about tube gear since I have no background at all so I (think) I'd rather not go that route, but feel free to change my mind. Budget not to exceed 18k including cables. I know there is a wealth of knowledge here unfortunately I have very little to offer so I thank you greatly in advance......
Given the specs of your speakers you could consider tube based amplification. If interested in that I suggest you look into Aric Audio as one option. Great gear and great guy to work with. I you went with a tube pre and amp or integrated I would consider using a SS phonostage as a way of controlling noise from that gain stage. |
@glm911 Wrote:
I would look at the Pass Labs XA30.8 or XA25 amp and XP12 preamp solid state. Mike |
just so there is no misunderstanding to my post, I am not dead set against tube gear, it's just I have almost no background with them........I do remember a time ago listening to a tube system and was quite taken by it, I loved the warmth of the sound and it immersed my body in a very good way, I have no way of knowing a good setup from a not so good setup.... |
