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new Parasound A21+ vs my old Rotel RB-1080

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any advice on an A21+ to replace an old Rotel RB1080?  system is MartinLogan ESL-X .  I have an top end tube audio-gd preamp with a PSA-DacJr and Eversolo source.  SVS micro sub.    I think that the Rotel is the bottleneck for clarity.  I recall it being a step up from my Adcom 5400, still warmish but with better bass control.  With the tube pre, I was hoping to upgrade to a strong Class A neutral SS like a Pass or Coda.  but probably never have the budget.  for $1500, do you think it would be worth it?  or too similar to the Rotel

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sls883
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You've probably done this, but have you played with speaker placement and toe-in? 

I haven't heard Martin Logan electrostatic speakers for a long time. I think they were Sequel IIs.  I loved the sound, but off axis listening wasn't their strong suit and I was looking for something that would work for home theatre.  Some listeners off axis. 

sls883
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You've mentioned a lot of qualities that I like in a speaker. I thought the Sequel II were great and I'm sure the technology is even better now.

I was going to ask about tube rolling, but I see that your preamp takes 10 tubes. That could get really expensive.  

I'm guessing that you've experimented with cables? 

 

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