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your marantz integrated amp costs $4000
i think most really highly regarded stand-alone linestages would cost about that much in themselves, plus or minus a grand
as such i would say as a practical matter if you are hearing better sounding music running your rme dac straight into the power amp section of the marantz, just stick with that, and enjoy the music!
@jjss49 is the power amp of the marantz as good as they come for the price or should I consider upgrading? If latter, do you have any recommendations?
your marantz integrated amp costs $4000
i think most really highly regarded stand-alone linestages would cost about that much in themselves, plus or minus a grand
as such i would say as a practical matter if you are hearing better sounding music running your rme dac straight into the power amp section of the marantz, just stick with that, and enjoy the music!