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Which integrated amp for rock/metal (and why McIntosh?)

Dear all,

I recently obtained new speakers (Fyne Audio F704) and I have the idea (my wife says it too) that my NAD M32 doesn’t seem powerful enough to push music through our living room. On the Totem Winds I had before, it was less of a problem, the F704’s are really massive. I mainly listen to rock / metal, my wife likes to add some EDM/EBM (dance) in between. I’m also running a REL Carbon Special so the low is covered well :)

Which integrated amp should I look for (probably opening Pandora’s Box here) to enjoy rock/metal? The few hints I found online, were Krell and McIntosh. I’m wondering if it’s because of the "rock ’n roll name" (Krell) or the rugged look (McIntosh). I could for example get a MA9000 (300w, Class AB integrated amp) - would that be a good choice? Is it worthwhile to move from a Class D amp to AB?

Looking forward to read your input.
koenvingerhoets

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waltersalas
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Any further thoughts on your speakers after living with them a few months? What amp did you settle on?
The Fynes are interesting speakers, but since they are fairly new, there isn't much user feedback yet in the forums I've read. Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
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waltersalas
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@koenvingerhoets   ---   Thanks for your detailed response to my question and congrats on a very nice, well thought out system. I think the T + A is a great choice.

I believe your T + A integrated is up there on a tier with the Boulder 866, Gryphon Diablo 300, and a few other "holy grail" integrateds that would cost a fortune to beat. I have a good friend who has one and absolutely loves it. For what it's worth, I was a separates guy for years and years, but since I bought the Boulder 866 last summer, I haven't given separates another thought. Now I am curious just how great it might sound driving the Fyne F703 or F704. Do you really need a sub with those massive F704s? I'm guessing your bass must be bone-shaking.

Do you find any weaknesses at all with your new speakers? What has been your experience with breaking them in?

Thanks for your patience in answering these questions. As you can tell, I'm very curious about these speakers. :)


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