Integrated Question


I currently have Totem Forest Signatures powered by ModWright KWH 225i. I have rolled a total of three different tubes (stock JJ, Holland, Seimans), and have found the bass to be less impactful than desired. It seems to be all there, just laid back? I am considering a change in integrated.

Looking at Pass INT-250, Luxman 509z, Accuphase E-4000, and Boulder 866. Any one with experience with the above combinations? Am I heading in the right direction?

non-treated room (unable to address at this time)

Ayon S10 II / ModWright KWH 225i / Totem Forest Sig / REL S510 pr / Shunyata D6 - Delta v2 pc’s / Morrow Elite sc-interconnects (auditioning Fractal F1 next week)

Thanks

Scott

 

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Showing 1 response by ghdprentice

I am familiar with much of the equipment you are talking about. My first reaction is that most likely it is something other than the integrated. each piece of gear checks the box… that’s good.

It would be helpful if you could post photos of your system. There is a place to create your virtual systems. 

 

To answer your question directly… the Boulder or Pass amps would be great choices that will give you greater punch and accuracy. I don’t recommend the Luxman… to me they are too trebly and midrange / bass shy. I do not have experience with Accuphase, but I am pretty sure it would be in the running with the Boulder and Pass. 
 

Each of these three integrateds have the advantage of being significant upgrades over what you have today… all be it all solid state… so they are going to be more accurate sounding.