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Most compatable amp for ACI Sapphire III

Just got these speakers a couple of weeks ago and am now upgrading the system to go with it. I want to replace the old Yamaha R-7 receiver with separates, already have a Magnum Dynalab F-11 Tuner on hold. Also using a Sony 80-ES CD player.
Been looking at Rotel pre-amps & amps...(RC-1070 & RB-1050) plus an older RC995 amp.
Any thoughts on the compatability of Rotel equipment with these speakers? I like a warmer sound, can go another $700 or so with the amp/pre-amp. Cabinet size limits me to just over 17" width, so that chucks some items out the window.
Thanks for any help!
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tinynottwoec5c
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I feel the Sapphire III LEs can sound good with many amps. My CJ CAV50 makes an excellent match. Holographic imaging, huge soundstage, lots of guts.
I bet you'll be thrilled when you get them up and running. Do give them a lot of break in. At 50 hours things improve quite a bit. At 100 hours you're going to have a big smile on your face!
When you get the extra funds consider adding a Titan II LE sub. Much as I love the Sapphires on their own, getting the sub integrated into the system is a huge improvement. The added depth and weight in the bass of course, but an even more spacious soundstage and greatly improved dynamics. Have fun!
tinynottwoec5c
18 posts
 
Just use the speaker level inputs. A Titan II LE would be the logical choice, perfect match with the Sapphire IIIs. I love the combination! One of my friends just called them to order, they told him it would be at least a month, be prepared to wait but it's worth it.
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