One thing you have going for you regarding the 86dB sensitivity rating is that your room is 10'x12'. (I am assuming feet) Would your dealer let you try the Octave v70/black box in your home? Possible to take your speakers to the dealer?
Primaluna or Octave to drive Dynaudio X34s
I love my Dyn X34s. Have been happily driving them last couple of years with a Musical Fidelity M5si. Getting upgrade itch and if I do upgrade I want to make sure I get ROI on investment and get a different sound. I have always enjoyed tube demos when I have heard them and liked the sound. My understanding of my speakers is they need heavy current to be driven properly. Current room is 10 x 12. I'd be interested to hear informed opinions from Dynaudio users or dealers on ideal tube pairings. Based on initial research im looking at Primaluna EVO line (200, 300 or 400) or Octave v40/v70. Which Primaluna would be best? Which Octave? What about the Octave vs. Primaluna debate to pair with Dyns? Any options I should be considering? I know there are a few Raven fans on here but I'd prefer to support a local dealer here in Atlanta.
Current System:
Dyn X34
Musical Fidelity M5si
Rega Planar 2 with Bias 2 cart
Bluesound Node 2