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where do i go from here?

thinking about upgrading again and was wondering where people thought i should go, i.e., what's my weakest link and what upgrade would give me the most sound difference for the buck? thanks in advance. this is my first post but i've been reading for a while and find most of the comments posted extrememly helpful.

I've been upgrading via used equipment for a while (everything at this point except the cd player i picked up used) so i'm looking to go that route again.

Components i've been looking at include the Talon Khorus' in a speaker, the Electrocompaniet or Meridian 508.24 in cd players and the Bel Canto's in a bridged monoblock setup but i'm still not sure what makes the most sense. any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

i'm currently using:

Thiel 3.6
Conrad Johnson MF 2300
Conrad Johnson PV12
Meridian 506.20

At this point, for my ears, the biggest weakness in the system is the lack of bass which makes the thiels a little forward sounding in the upper ranges.
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paulwp
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I have a 508.24 and a 506, and I don't think there is a significant difference in the quantity of bass output between the two. The difference is in the upper midrange and higher frequencies. One result is that the bass will sound tighter, more tuneful and perhaps have more of an impact, but not realy louder. I will say, however, that the 508.24 or the EMC would be a meaningful upgrade. I did it and certainly dont regret spending the money on the 508.

If you like your speakers, I would look into room placement and treatment. Your speakers may sound too bright and forward because of the room. You could also talk to someone who knows tubes about the ones in your preamp.
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