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| Magico A3 vs. Joseph Audio Perspective vs. Spendor D9 Can you provide more info on what aspects of speaker performance are most important to you besides snappy bass? You have three excellent choices (to which I'd add Nola KO), so more info would help in recommending one over another. | |
| Used audiophile preamp Maybe consider a tubed preamp? | |
| Totem Forest Signature v. Joseph Audio Profile I’ve read that the Totem can be placed as close as 1 foot to the rear wall (I don’t have much more than that space available). Any idea about placement for the JA?Sure you "can" place either of these speakers one foot from the wall, but you’ll squ... | |
| Totem Forest Signature v. Joseph Audio Profile Agree that these speakers share many of the same strengths, and, frankly, I think you'll be thrilled with either. But, if I had to make a choice, especially if I couldn't demo either before buying, I'd go with the Profiles. Despite having simila... | |
| Tube / SS amp that handles 4ohm loads well and delivers lively texture / palpability These Clayton Audio Class-A monoblocs will do the job. They can be used in Class A or A/B mode to save energy during non-critical listening. Best of luck. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649466855-clayton-audio-m70-class-a-monoblock-amplifiers/ | |
| Considering used towers under $1000.. How about these Linn 5140s?https://www.ebay.com/itm/132801448631?ul_ref=http%253A%252F%252Frover.ebay.com%252Frover%252F1%252F7... | |
| Monitor speakers with great dynamics ... experience need it +1 ATC SCM19. Add a third one for a center or get their C3C center speaker. I don't think you'll be disappointed by dynamics. Best of luck. | |
| Need help picking PreAmp I was just focusing on a preamp as it seemed like you wanted to keep your amp for now, but an integrated amp is certainly a good option as well if you’re open to selling your Adcom. I’d think the CAP-151 could be a good match, but I’m not familiar... | |
| Thinking about a new, lower end CD Player Did you try unplugging the Sony to see if it solves the problem? | |
| Need help picking PreAmp A GFP-750 would be a great choice, but it's old and had reliability issues even back in its heyday, so proceed with caution. Personally, I wouldn't double down on the GFA-555. The one you have should provide enough power for the 805s. If you're l... | |
| Mccormack DNA-225 platinum Color me extremely jealous. Congrats @mzwerner!!! | |
| Amp/Preamps vs. High end AV Receivers As others have mentioned, upgrading the amp without upgrading the preamp will only get you so far, and upgrading to separates will be pretty expensive. Given your investment in speakers, if it were me I'd upgrade to a higher level AVR so you upgr... | |
| Best Preamp New or Used up to $3,000 ?? Music I enjoy: Vocals, 70 db, Near field position. I am attracted to these brands as they seem to place value on things related to musicality.Really? This is what we've got to go on? How about making a little effort in describing more about wha... | |
| Amps under $5500 new or used My $0.02? Decide which speakers you're going to upgrade to first, then pick an amp. The Vandy 3a a great speaker no doubt, but you gonna power them with a Ref 75? C'mon. | |
| My amp is toast This could be worth a look...https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/649471125-clayton-audio-s100/Look up some reviews if you're not familiar with Clayton Audio. Best of luck. |