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Is Rotel RMB-1075 a good match for B&W N804
The Oppo has its own volume control. Try plugging it directly into the amp so that you bypass the Yamaha. You should hear a very big difference. 
My apologies to all...
"07-13-15: StevechamWait, isn't music art? I had almost forgotten."It depends. If the people performing the music are referred to as artists, then yes, its art. On the other hand, if the performers are referred to as musicians, then no. It's just ... 
Is Rotel RMB-1075 a good match for B&W N804
What's the rest of your system? The problem may lie elsewhere. 
Best Integrated Amp for PSB Image T6 Speakers
To be honest, I don't really put much faith in reviews, but you're right. I've never seen anything other than very positive reviews on the Ayre. 
Do Countries Have a "House" Sound
"Nonoise, "A few months back I listened to a FM broadcast about a scientist who discovered that cures and remedies can be vastly different due to different diagnosis because of cultural beliefs. For example, migraines are thought to be due to circ... 
How much to spend to improve Linn Klimax
Have you heard the Ayre? 
Do Countries Have a "House" Sound
I think that way too many people put too much faith into studies. Someone's always doing a study on something. How do you know that they're findings are accurate, or at the very least, tell the complete story? 
Computer Audio..Stream or download?
"Someone also recommended to check out Ayre QB-9 DSD. "Ayre makes some of the best sounding digital products I've ever heard.I have a question for you regarding your goals. You say that you have a good collection of music already. Are you looking ... 
Pream question
How do you know that the caps are the problem? I know that I recommended the Bat, but sometimes things don't work out. I was kind of surprised that it didn't sound good for you. The last thing I would recommend for you to do is put money into an e... 
What's your "diminishing returns" preamp choice?
I buy audio components for the status they place me in the audiophile community. For me, the law of diminishing returns runs backwards. The more I spend, the better the value. 
Preamp suggestions for Classe cap 150 under 1000
"If I wanted solid state I get a used Bel Canto Pre3. Solid operation, volume goes up and down with zero sonic signature."That's what they all say. lol. 
Do Countries Have a "House" Sound
The US really doesn't have a house sound. Popular brands like Rowland, Ayre, McIntosh, Levinson, Krell, ARC, CJ and many others, sound more different than alike. 
Best Integrated Amp for PSB Image T6 Speakers
An Ayre AX-7 would be a big step up from your NAD. 
Rip LP's to Digital
"Thanks for your responses. The simple route I know. I'd like to use software because I do have some older material that I'd like to digitize and take the pops and clicks out of."It really doesn't matter. Once you burn the CD, your music is digita... 
Crown XLS 2500 - the best amp value per dollar?
"I have never listened to a top of the line Class A amp so I can't speak to differences. If there is a "huge" difference then I have got to listen to a Class A setup to hear it for myself to justify the exponential increase in cost over the XLS."C...