Two more used Adcom GFA-555s or start over?


I am currently using a Denon 2910, Outlaw pre/pro and a single Adcom GFA-555. So far I have been listening two channel only via Paradigm Studio 100's. I have the matching Studio center speaker (the model # escapes me) and a HSU VTF3. I am looking to put together the missing pieces, starting with the amplification.

Should I purchase used Adcoms or start over with a multi channel amp like an Outlaw? I will use the system for mostly DVD concerts and multi channel audio. I just purchased several SACD and DVD-A after researching on Audiogon. I have enjoyed all of them; Dire Straits "Brothers in Arms", Elton John "Captain Fantastic...", Steely Dan "Gaucho", etc.

All suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
wahoo_envy

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Thanks for the advise. I am finally starting to enjoy the sound from my system, but that wasn't until I replaced my speaker cables with DH Labs Q10. The bass was almost non existent with Monster MCX1 bi-wires. I wished I made that discovery a year ago. Swapping cd players was painful.

Has any one compared offerings from Acurus, Aragon, Outlaw, etc to Adcom with the Studio 100s V2? It looks like it may cost around 700 - 800 used to add the additional channels of amplification if I stay with Adcom.

or

I could sell my GFA-555 and apply the funds towards the purchase of a multi-channel amp and possibly get one with a removable power chord.

Currently I am listening in my unfinished basement in the space I will be dedicating to the Home Theater. Dimensions are: 21'L(or more) x 15'W x 9'H. I plan on integrating acoustics during the design phase.
Jeffreybehr,

I have been leaning towards the Outlaw as a solution. I was impressed when I purchased a used 950 pre/pro and the remainder of the 5 year warranty was transfered to me with a simple phone call.

Do you think Outlaw amps are bright? If anything I could use an amp that will tame the high end. Then again the sound will change as soon as the room is finished. I don't seam to have these problems during tuna season.

Thanks for not beating me up on spelling and grammer.