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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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One possibility: check out online gear retailers that allow a home trial.

Some sell demo units. For example, here is a link to Crutchfield's current list of Integrated Amp Clearance deals:
https://www.crutchfield.com/outlet_category_4/Home-Audio-Outlet-Products.html?fa=1#&price=0-1200
They let you keep it for 60 days. 

Others sell used. TMR (The Music Room) offers a 14 day return policy. I've found them very pleasant to buy from and sell to. Here's their current list of integrateds: 

https://tmraudio.com/components/integrated-amplifiers/

Just my 2 cents...
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