tbarber20

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Amp upgrade advice
I am planning to invest in a Quality amplifier that I can stick with for many years.  As digital sources and preamps change, I can stick with the quality Amp.  So I am not aware of an all in one solution that would make sense for me. 
Amp upgrade advice
Thank you all for the great advice.  I can see I have more research to do.  Fortunately I’m not forced to get something right away, so I can take my time to make the right choice.  Right now I need to decide if it will be worth the investment to u... 
Amp upgrade advice
Ceiling is about 7’ tall with drop ceiling.  Tiles are fairly sound absorptive.  The SM 350’s are on the small side but very detailed and wide range.  I also have a small sub to augment.  My seating location is strategically located in a corner wh... 
Amp upgrade advice
One more thought for anyone interested in weighing in. What is the weakest point of my system:Emotiva BASX PT-100 PreAmpDef Tech SM350 SpeakersSchiit Vidar or NuForce STA-200. (tbd) Ampwiring is quality interconnects and 12 gauge 99+% copper speak... 
Amp upgrade advice
Thanks all for the great input.  Lots of new tech for me to research.  Last question to anyone reading this.  Is 100 or even 80 wpc enough to fully handle Def Tech 350’s or Paradigm Millenia One’s?  Both are rated at 8 Ohms and not really efficien... 
Amp upgrade advice
In terms of budget, I’m hoping to get $400+ for the 555ii and $275+ for the 545ii.  I’m hoping to trade up for not much more than 150% of trade ins.  I’m hoping downgrading power on the 555ii will yield higher quality for the size of my speakers.