Thank you so much for your response. You make valid point. I will look into Cremonese as well. However, I suspect they might be too big in our room from an esthetic perspective (this is a family room that our family uses to hangout and entertainment space). I typically do not listen to music more than 75db avg. spl. Based on your experience, do you think MA12000 would drive these speakers well at moderate volumes?
Sonus Faber Amati Tradition or Serafino G2
Hello - Literally my first post here. Relatively new to the hobby and looking to build a new hifi system and can use some advice here.
I currently have a pair of BW Formation Duos (these are fantastic by the way) with Cambridge Alva TT V2 turntable and looking to up the game with what would consider to be forever system.
I know I like the Sonus Faber sound signature. I am trying to decide between a used Amati Tradition (previous gen) vs Serafino G2 (current model) for the same cost. Both driven by Accuphase E-5000 integrated in a 13 ft X 38 ft room with 9.5ft ceiling. I listen to Jazz (50%), Acoustic vocals (25%), Classic rock(25%). Unfortunately, do not have a way to audition them before making the purchase.
Do any of you have experience with both of these and what would you do if you were in my shoes.
Thanks for your guidance in advance.
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Thank you for all your responses. This certainly helps as I narrow down the search. @blockdaddy21 thank you for sharing your experience. This certainly aligns with what I have read up on these two. I am now looking to find a used Amati G5 that might be the best of both. I understand that these have the refinement of mids and highs of Serafino G2 with much more controlled and impactful bass power compared to previous gen. may I ask what have you been using the drive your Serafinos and any feedback in that? |
@blockdaddy21 thank for the clarification. I assumed you were referring to Amare Homage Tradition in your first comment. Completely makes sense given the context of your current setup. In my case, I do not have an amp yet, but am looking to get an Accuphase E-5000. Heard Sonus Faber Olympica Nova V with Accuphase and was impressed. In any case, I am looking for a lightly used new generation Amati or Serafino (would not want to full price for anew one). Depending on what I find, it sounds like I might be satisfied with either of them. I might look to add a sub or two down the line. Only question that remains: Will Accuphase E-5000 good enough to drive either of them. |
@ghdprentice thank you for your inputs. Good to know that these are not as demanding. This also means that I could potentially look for an Accuphase E800 class A with 100 watts @4ohms. |
Thank you @ghdprentice . I will look into DHLab. |
Wanted to provide an update on my system build. First of all thank you everyone for your invaluable inputs. I finally placed an order for the following: - SF Homage Amati G5 - Like new low hours for a great deal. - Accuphase C2300 with DAC 60 and AD 60 - new - Accuphase P4600 - used Total cost for the speakers and components came to less than the list price of new SF Amati G5. Everything should arrive in a couple of weeks time. question for the group here - Thinking of getting Worlds Best Cable (WBC) - Ultimate 9AWG and XRL cable for pre to power. Any feedback on these cables? Anything else that is know to be better than these for the price point? Thanks. |