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New Integrated or Older Power amp?

So I currently have a 20-yr old NAD 7240PE receiver and am trying to decide how to upgrade. I'm currently looking at replacing the receiver with a new C326BEE integrated or simply adding a used (~10-yr old) C270 power amp and keeping the receiver as a tuner/pre (for now). My question is, aside from the difference in power, which setup is going to give me the better sound quality - the C326BEE or 7240/C270?

Thanks,
Steve
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Steve,

That is a tough question. The 7240PE/C270 will definitely give you more power. Why not just try that combo and see for yourself. If it does not fly the way you want it, sell them both and get the C326BEE or the C356BEE for that matter. The C326BEE probably has better quality circuitry than the 7240PE, but does the amp section fall short? Demo and decide.

Bill
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