Sorry, perhaps I was not clear. You don't purchase based on how much something cost... you buy the very best sounding and compatible component around that price. It is not price driven, more like restricted. When I have assembled systems it is based on sound quality, in the end, the costs have fallen roughly into these categories. My current system is 30% speakers, 20% amp, 15% Preamp 15% DAC, 20% Streamer.
Looking for a new power amp - choosing between T + A, Atoll, Rogue
I have been upgrading my stereo. I am currently running the following:
Teac PD-505 CD transport
Chord Qutest DAC
Audible Illusions Modulus 3 pre-amp
CM Labs CM914a power amp (very old)
PMC twenty5/26i speakers (brand new)
I am happy with the current sound. But since purchasing the PMC speakers, I am thinking that I should upgrade my amplification. My dealer is recommending the following power amps: T + A A200, Rogue DragoN, and Atoll AM-400. Questions:
- Is my Audible Illusions pre-amp good enough to do justice to the PMC speakers?
- Any recommendations as to which power amp would be best for my configuration?
I like a full solid sound, with good high-frequency response for imaging and tonal quality, but the system must sound musical. I listen to a wide range of musical styles - about 50% classical and 50% everything else. I have been very pleased with my current amplifiers. They were great for my old Rogers Studio One speakers, but I suspect I should upgrade to do justice to the new PMC speakers. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks!