Hi All, Maybe the kind memebers of Stereophile can help me narrow down an amplifier replacment. My speakers are PSB Synchrony One’s and in front I am using a Classic SE and MV-60SE. I’m very happy, but want for better dynamics and a firmer grip on the low end. I am in love with the CJ midrange, however I am unable to afford some of their loftier amplifier designs. I have considered solid state amps like Pass and Parasound, but am afraid of that solid state edginess in the upper frequency range that a solid state amp might deliver and seem to prefer the sound of tubes.
I have compiled a short list and would be very grateful for any advice on the subject. On my short list:
Rogue M-180 mono blocks (seriously considering)
CJ Premier 140
Pass Labs X250.5
Quicksilver Silver 88
Parasound JC-1 (used, but still very expensive)
Thanks,
Eric
Hi All, Maybe the kind memebers of Stereophile can help me narrow down an amplifier replacment. My speakers are PSB Synchrony One’s and in front I am using a Classic SE and MV-60SE. I’m very happy, but want for better dynamics and a firmer grip on the low end. I am in love with the CJ midrange, however I am unable to afford some of their loftier amplifier designs. I have considered solid state amps like Pass and Parasound, but am afraid of that solid state edginess in the upper frequency range that a solid state amp might deliver and seem to prefer the sound of tubes.
I have compiled a short list and would be very grateful for any advice on the subject. On my short list:
Rogue M-180 mono blocks (seriously considering)
CJ Premier 140
Pass Labs X250.5
Quicksilver Silver 88
Parasound JC-1 (used, but still very expensive)
Thanks,
Eric