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Is this a sideways move?

Hi everyone

I have an Aesthetix Mimas integrated that I enjoy, and my source is a Holo Spring 3 KTE DAC/preamp. Maybe I have upgraditus, but I'm thinking of using the Holo Spring as my preamp, and selling the Mimas for a good power amp. I'm thinking Coda S5.5, Coda No. 8, Aesthetix Atlas, Pass Labs XA30.8, Pass Labs X150.8, Modwright KWA150se. My budget is up to $10,000. I am driving Harbeth 30.2 XD speakers in a 15' x 15' room. Am I upgrading or is this just a sideways move? Are there others I need to consider?

 

Thank you in advance!

ullogu1

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ullogu1 OP
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@audioconnection -

What are some lower level Vandersteens you would recommend? The treos are out of reach for the moment

TY

ullogu1 OP
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Yeah it seems that my speakers are a big constraint here. Seems I just ought to stand pat. When we move, and there is more space, then I can work on speakers and go from there.

LIke said above, I think I am just scratching an itch.

Very appreciate your responses.

ullogu1 OP
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@audioconnection -

 

I have an offer from a dealer to sell me the Aesthetic Atlas Signature that seems pretty good.

Do you think it would be worthwhile? I realize that this is all subjective of course.

MImas vs Atlas Sig..

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