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Is it worth replacing an old amp?

Let me first apologize if this question has been asked before, I sure it has. I have an old 5.1 setup, Linn AV 5140 and 5120 speakers along with an old Yamaha DSP-A1 amp. The newest equipment I have is an OPPO 205. All my music is digital, where the vast majority being Hi-Res flac and dsf. The question I have is, would I get a noticeable increase in audio quality if I was to replace the old DSP-A1 with lets say a used Mcintosh MC205 or comparable?
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Simple answer.   Audition in your system a 'better amp' you may wish to purchase.  Any dealer worth his salt will allow you to do that.
If he doesn't, walk away.

If you think the sound quality is better enough to buy it, then buy it.
From the dealer.  Don't be a cheapskate and buy the amp cheaper on the net.
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