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| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. Thanks Maguiar! I am back, ask away... | |
| Thoughts on mating ML ESL 11 A's to a butler TDB 2250 hybrid amp I definitely agree with jtucker on the Manleys, the 11As are rated at 4 ohm average, dipping below 1 ohm, so don't thinks it's a good match. | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. Macquiar, bummer I couldn't find Mariza's live Concerto Em Lisboa on Tidal. I know it's on iTunes just didn't have time to get Apple Music connected to the Luxman before leaving for vacation. I will check it out when I get back, from my quick lis... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. Could be the characteristic of the integrated as well, if possible you should take your Arcam with you if that’s what you will be using at home. Just out of curiosity, which CD or tracks did you hear that sounded grainy? Could try to give a whir... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. Hmm, that’s probably the complete opposite of how I would describe the vocals. They are smooth yet detailed. If anything I think the amp is fairly true to source, in that the source and quality or recording makes a difference. If the recording ... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @Maguair, what are you looking for in terms of sound signature for your 2ch?I just got the Luxman 509X, so not broken in, but initial thoughts are that it is more on the neutral side, not that warm. It sounds fantastic, crisp yet sweet highs, mid... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @auxinput makes a great point, it’s a matter of taste. As an example, if you compare Denon with Marantz, they share similar components but the Denon is voiced on the brighter side compared to Marantz. Major difference, other than the sound signa... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @maguair, the Marantz is meant to be left on and used for extended periods of time, so won’t be a problem. If you plan on putting it in an enclosed cabinet, then you should get the inexpensive AC Inifnity Aircom fan unit to put on top. That should... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @maguiar good question, I already had the MC452 amp so I wanted to keep in the family for my center/surrounds. Found a great deal on a used MC7106 on Craigslist. The MC7106 is actually directly coupled so is less warm than their amps with autofo... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. @gareneau, The successor to the 8805, the 8802A, is similar to the 8805. Anything older then you won't be getting latest processing technology. PM me if you want to discuss further.@audiotroy, my point was only to say that they may rely on Arcam... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. Hi Maguiar,Those are all great integrateds, each with a their own sound signatures. For me, the Luxman was the biggest bang for the buck, not only did I like the sound and matching with my ML 11As, it was the cheapest by a couple thousand. Also,... | |
| Thoughts on mating ML ESL 11 A's to a butler TDB 2250 hybrid amp I just demoed a bunch of different higher end amps with the 11As. This is all about taste, really depends on the types of music you listen to and sound signature you like.Biggest take away for me is that the ML electrostats are naturally warm and... | |
| Best multi channel amp and processor good for 2 channel listening. My recommendation is spend on getting a good 2ch integrated, then get a decent a/v pre/pro and a decent multichannel amp.Reasoning is for movies you don’t need the level of quality as 2ch music. I have been trying to figure out an integrated 2ch ... | |
| Luxman 509X vs Mc452 + preamp @yyzsantabara Noticed talk of the lack of Roon support, which is a serious buzz kill (if true). I get Roon has limitations, but creating new software is a definitely a huge endeavor and will limit the reach the product. | |
| Luxman 509X vs Mc452 + preamp Ah, didn't realize they were creating their own music server software. Being in tech, I wholeheartedly agree on the complexities of developing and launching software. Look how long Roon has been working to fix all the kinks, though in PS Audio's... |