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Yamaha RX-Z1 with Studio 100'S V2.

Anyone ever run studio 100's directly from a receiver? I'm currently using my Yamaha RX-Z1 as a glorified preamp for my Parasound HCA-2200. I've enjoyed the set up for a few years.
The review I read regarding the RX-Z1 by Gene DellaSala mentioned running RBH 1266-LSE with the RX-Z1 (Initially he used his Aragon 8008, but later tested the Yamaha by itself) quite well. Gene had very good things to say about the Yamaha. Has anyone else run a pair of beefy speakers using only the RX-Z1? I'm contemplating 'downsizing,' but not at the expensive of compromising performance.
I never turn my Parasound off; therefore it's always ready to deliver whatever I ask of it (and has consistently). I would be going from that to asking the Yamaha to do the same thing with less power.
Regarding Yamaha - I've only had outstanding expereinces with Yamaha receivers over the years, and continue to have excellent experiences with the RX-Z1
Any suggestions or comments?
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Hello

I have a Yamaha RX-Z1 in Champagne Gold and use it as a pre-amp for my full Active Paradigm Reference System. It sounds outstanding with my Active 40's(cherry veneer). I have no sub but since I upgraded all my power cords to Signal Magic 6ft, the sound is "Awesome". I will upgrade soon to the Reference Silver Signal cords and Silver Reference RCA's. I also have a Digital Signal Reference 6FT power cord for my Yammy and made a huge difference since I use it as a pe-amp. Definition, bass is tighter, high range is clean and clear, smoother midrange,very dynamic sounding. Try the Ref Signal Power cord on your Yammy. That will make you throw your Parasound out the window -LOL. THX Paul
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