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New speakers or new amp - your thoughts

I have Focal 927Be 25th Anniversary speakers with an REL sub to supplement the very low octaves, with an Ayre QB-9 as my primary source run through a Musical Fidelity A308 Integrated amp. I've recently sold some gear and am planning an upgrade (merry christmas to me).

I've been very happy with the MF amp but it is the only piece of gear I haven't upgraded in years. I was planning to move up to the Focal 1028Be's, but I'm curious if the smart money thinks I'd get more bang for my buck with a new integrated/pre/amp upgrade? I'm guessing if I did grab those new Focal's, I'd want better amplification to really make them sing anyway. Speakers just seem more exciting than a new amp however. 

Thoughts?
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gongli3
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You already have a nice system, so how about a power conditioner?
Even a modest oneac from eBay would help to protect the electronics and improve the sound (bigger one the better for smoother sound)

When you do upgrade, make sure it's enough of upgrade in sound and not a side ways move. 

I like Focals for their transparent highs - so how about a Krell amp?

Perhaps it's time to go separates if you really want noticeable improvements...
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