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Is this a sideways move?

Hi everyone

I have an Aesthetix Mimas integrated that I enjoy, and my source is a Holo Spring 3 KTE DAC/preamp. Maybe I have upgraditus, but I'm thinking of using the Holo Spring as my preamp, and selling the Mimas for a good power amp. I'm thinking Coda S5.5, Coda No. 8, Aesthetix Atlas, Pass Labs XA30.8, Pass Labs X150.8, Modwright KWA150se. My budget is up to $10,000. I am driving Harbeth 30.2 XD speakers in a 15' x 15' room. Am I upgrading or is this just a sideways move? Are there others I need to consider?

 

Thank you in advance!

ullogu1
audioconnection
1,270 posts
 

Even in your existing room the TreoCTs Mimas pairing

will allow you to experience how great an amp the Aesthetix is

that you already own..

JohnnyR

 

 

 

mesch
3,419 posts
 

Yes save your money till after the move. Room comes 1st.  May find you wish to change speakers. Then a change in amplification may be in order.

ullogu1 OP
26 posts
 

@audioconnection -

 

I have an offer from a dealer to sell me the Aesthetic Atlas Signature that seems pretty good.

Do you think it would be worthwhile? I realize that this is all subjective of course.

MImas vs Atlas Sig..

audioconnection
1,270 posts
 

TreoCT with your amp will smoke your speakers and room

excuses I’ll bet five bucks the other suggesters

have never ever heard this pairing.

Best,

JohnnyR

ullogu1 OP
26 posts
 

@audioconnection -

What are some lower level Vandersteens you would recommend? The treos are out of reach for the moment

TY

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