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barkerpj

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Help with new Amplifier
« on: 17 May 2010, 12:58 pm »
Looking for a new amp as I have upgraditis at the momen. Currently using a ClassDaudio kit amp until I decided on my dream amp.

Looking to spend up to around 5k used or new - currently using a PC to Lynx AES -> Berkeley Alpha DAC -> Class d amp -> Vo Schweikert VR-33's

Have tought about the following as I have always like a lot of power for great dynamics -

Nofore Ref 9 V3SE
Moscode 402AU
Spectrum Mk III
Rogue Audio M-180's
McIntosh MC402
Cherry Jr

Avaried selection of amps - any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Paul
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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #1 on: 17 May 2010, 01:01 pm »
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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #2 on: 18 May 2010, 05:51 pm »
From the ones you posted, i heard the McIntosh MC402. Its very natural sounding, clear vocals, instruments and not to mention the imaging.
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Mr Peabody

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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #3 on: 22 May 2010, 03:44 am »
For dynamics and power Krell should be on the list.  In tube amps my favorite is Conrad Johnson.
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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #4 on: 23 May 2010, 12:03 pm »
Take a look at what Audio by Van Alstine has to offer www.avahifi.com
I own three of the Ultra amps and have been VERY happy with them.
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David C

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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #5 on: 23 May 2010, 01:54 pm »
I realise I may be going against the grain here but I have the Nuforce V3Se's and IMHO they sound great. Very dynamic, wide soundstage. I recently listened to the new B&W 802Ds with Naim gear and took my nuforce amps  in to demo. The Nuforce blew away the Naim and classe amps. I dont know if the offer is still good but you used to be able to buy the Nuforce and return after a 30 period. If it is still on it cant hurt and I think you would be very pleased
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Mr Peabody

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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #6 on: 24 May 2010, 03:14 am »
I've been hearing good things about NuForce and would like to hear them.  I wouldn't mind having a backup power amp or a good sounding digital like the NuForce to use in summer months.  I don't know how counter productive cooling a house might be with two tubed monoblocks but I guess every little bit would help :)
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KnowTalent

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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #7 on: 24 May 2010, 08:58 pm »
PASS X150.5 or Parasound Halo A21
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mark funk

Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #8 on: 24 May 2010, 10:49 pm »
Frank Van Alstine makes some really good stuff and not for a lot of money. :wink:

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Big Red Machine

Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #9 on: 25 May 2010, 02:18 am »
What is your budget?
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Bill Baker

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Re: Help with new Amplifier
« Reply #10 on: 25 May 2010, 02:23 am »
I would throw the Digital Amplifier Company DAC 4800A on your list of consideration as well. Great amplifiers and under your budget.
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