Hello - seeking direction from the experts

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nniemiec

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Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« on: 13 Nov 2019, 12:10 am »
I've been reading up on some stuff on this forum - maybe someone can point me to the right forum for my dilemma?

I'm contemplating upgrading amplification for my  Epicure 202 speakers (not fashionable I know)

I'm seeking to learn about pre-amps that would play nice if I were to pick up a Crown XLS amp. 

ANyone that can point me in the right direction in the forums is very welcome.

cheers, N

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Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #1 on: 13 Nov 2019, 01:51 am »
Welcome nniemiec :thumb:
Iam not expert but maybe a tube amp could fit nicely as Decware CSP3 or Inspire.
See our tube amp Circle:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?board=144.0
Also there is many preamps from China available at low price and hi value:
http://glowinthedarkaudio.com/minimax.html
« Last Edit: 13 Nov 2019, 04:43 pm by FullRangeMan »

Blackmore

Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #2 on: 13 Nov 2019, 03:09 am »
Welcome to AudioCircle.

JLM

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Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #3 on: 13 Nov 2019, 11:23 am »
Welcome to Audio Circle!

Please confirm the specifications for your speakers (efficiency; power handling limit; impedance - minimum & range; frequency range - F3 bass response)?  From what I've found they are a double 2-way system (woofer/tweeter mounted on adjoining sides of a rectangular cabinet); "conservatively rated to handle 20-100 watts; 4 or 16 ohms (probably dependent on how they're wired up); rated 35 - 18,000 Hz; is this right?

How big is your space, how loud do you listen, and your range of musical genres?

Space constraints?  Is excessive heat build-up an issue?  Feel like playing with tubes (swapping to change the sound; remembering to turn them off, then waiting for them to warm up; any pets or kids that could be burned)?

What amp are you currently using and what's your budget?

The Crown XLS is a value leader, and would be plenty powerful for your use. 

What sources are you using (phono; other analog; optical; coax; USB; ethernet/WiFi)?  Because there are a variety of affordable and very good DAC/preamps out there that accept analog inputs (Sabaj D5; various Topping models; various Schiit models; etc.).
« Last Edit: 13 Nov 2019, 01:31 pm by JLM »

Phil A

Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #4 on: 13 Nov 2019, 01:17 pm »
Welcome!

twitch54

Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #5 on: 13 Nov 2019, 09:48 pm »
Welcome aboard and yes JLM asks some very pertinent questions !

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Re: Hello - seeking direction from the experts
« Reply #6 on: 13 Nov 2019, 11:20 pm »
Greetings & Welcome to AC N   :thumb: