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| What tier do you consider Anthem integrated? @labguy I suggest sticking to your budget. The Yamaha A-S501 is a $550 amplifier possessing DAC and Phonostage. I own the A-S701 which I use in an outside system. $1500 - $2000 spent on a new line level integrated amplifier will prove to be a ma... | |
| Question about wpc on tube amps The OP has made a decision to purchase a tube preamp to use with his Bryston amp. A wise decision I believe. One can be had for his 1K budget. | |
| What tier do you consider Anthem integrated? @labguy Yes, I very much appreciate your situation. Was there once myself. I would stick to your budget. One can put together a very nice system with a budget of 5K for amp and speakers. So, let's consolidate the several threads to provide a bett... | |
| Maggie LRS amping question As I posted above about a year ago, I was interested and subsequently purchased a pair of the LRS+s. They are used in a medium sized bedroom which I believe serves as a good 'fit' for them. I am currently driving them with a Pass XA25 as many kno... | |
| What tier do you consider Anthem integrated? @labguy As a contributor to a couple of your other threads I am just wondering what your current thoughts are regarding system development. Are you still interested in the development of a 2 channel 'synergistic system' for under $5000? What speak... | |
| Fritz Carrera BE vs. Harbeth 30.1 +1 @charles1dad Yes, the higher and flat impedance factor allows Fritz speakers to serve lower watt tube amps well. I use my Carbon 7s(rated 89dB) with an Aric audio Transcend tube amp (EL34s in triode mode) and a Pass XA-25. | |
| Question about wpc on tube amps What is budget for a tube preamp? | |
| Thinking about selling my Vincent 737 I would keep your streamer and DAC. Identify a speaker you would like to own over the ones you now have. Save for those. Watch the used market. | |
| Thinking about selling my Vincent 737 I am also in the camp to keep the Vincent. They are great integrated amplifiers, I have owned one. You already have an external DAC. You have already spent less on the Vincent internal DAC than you would lose selling it for another amplifier. The... | |
| Building a synergistic system. What to buy? Well, I am passive speaker and amplifier kind of guy. I also like to keep my digital components separated from amplification. My suggestions will follow my bias, your room size, and your interest in a stand mount speaker (I am also biased on th... | |
| Building a synergistic system. What to buy? Yes, Fritz has a 30 day trial period. I purchased his latest Carbon 7s which I believe to be a top contender in the $2600 range. Also a very easy to drive speaker which allows for a lower wattage amplifier given @labguy 's room. I am using it wit... | |
| Sensitivity question Your 23wpc class A amplifier should have no problem driving a 10 ohm speaker. How loud the experience is dependent on room size and distance one sits from speakers. | |
| Building a synergistic system. What to buy? My thoughts for now: Look for stand mount speaker that is either front ported or closed box type to address the need to be against the front wall. Audio Advisor sells several stands, I have found the shorter stands (20") work best for me. Look ... | |
| Biggest "bang for the buck" audio gear you have owned(in your history)? SonographTT with Sumiko arm and Talisman S cartridge. $550 1983 Still own TT and arm. B&K ST 140 with B&K Pro10 $850 1985 sold both in 2011 for $425 (the pair) BEL 1001 MK5 $1200 2011 Sold it for the same price in 2021. | |
| What are your top three live concerts of all time? Three rock concerts that come to mind: Led Zepplin, 1969 Jacksonville FL Jethro Tull, 1972, New Orleans Rolling Stones, 1978 Lexington KY |