I used an Ayre V-3 (fully upgraded) on GenIII's for a year before upgading to a V-5x and it did an excellent job. There are several for sale here (not mine).
Need a new amp for Von Schweikert VR4 jr's
I have a set of VR4 jr's on order & would like some amp recommendations. I curently have a DNA-1 with a Benchmark DAC that I use for a digital pre-amp. I will be adding an Audible Illusions L1 into the system shortly. I listen to classic rock only & want nice bass slam, excellent soundstage & liquid sound. I do not like a harsh sound so everything has to be smooth, musical & detailed with a nice warm sound.
I had a CJ PV10AL in the system before & found it too veiled with poor bass performance so I sold it for the Benchmark. I have been pretty pleased with a solid state system but have a previous deal in the works for the Audible so at least I can try it & see if I like it. My understanding of the L1 is that it is not very tube like but does provide a "slight" warmth to the overall sound.
I don't feel I am missing anything with the DNA but I want to experiment with some different gear to see what I like. I'm looking to spend about $1500.00 & prefer to buy used. The rest of the system is Parasound belt drive transport, DH Labs & MIT speaker cables. I have not heard ANY V.S. speakers & have recently sold my Tylers for the VR4 jr's. I was thinking of trying a McIntosh or Krell amp to see what all the fuss is about. What other options do I have?
I had a CJ PV10AL in the system before & found it too veiled with poor bass performance so I sold it for the Benchmark. I have been pretty pleased with a solid state system but have a previous deal in the works for the Audible so at least I can try it & see if I like it. My understanding of the L1 is that it is not very tube like but does provide a "slight" warmth to the overall sound.
I don't feel I am missing anything with the DNA but I want to experiment with some different gear to see what I like. I'm looking to spend about $1500.00 & prefer to buy used. The rest of the system is Parasound belt drive transport, DH Labs & MIT speaker cables. I have not heard ANY V.S. speakers & have recently sold my Tylers for the VR4 jr's. I was thinking of trying a McIntosh or Krell amp to see what all the fuss is about. What other options do I have?
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