Upgraditis: I think I'm catching it.
I have two stereo set-ups: In one I have B&W 685s, driven by a NAD C720BEE stereo receiver. My sources are an Emotiva XDA-2 DAC and NAD C515BEE CD player; the other system comprises Wharfedale Diamond 10.1s, driven by a NAD 3020, with sourcing ranging from a NAD 502 CD player, Proton tuner and a Peachtree DAC*ITx.
My NAD colours are probably showing, but for a while I have been considering a replacement for the C720BEE. It's highly regarded among budget amplifiers, but I fear it doesn't produce the warmth - in conjunction with the B&Ws - that I'd expect.
Short of exploring valve options, are there affordable integrated amps known for their warmth and decent detail retrieval? Where should I start looking?
Upgraditis: I think I'm catching it.
I have two stereo set-ups: In one I have B&W 685s, driven by a NAD C720BEE stereo receiver. My sources are an Emotiva XDA-2 DAC and NAD C515BEE CD player; the other system comprises Wharfedale Diamond 10.1s, driven by a NAD 3020, with sourcing ranging from a NAD 502 CD player, Proton tuner and a Peachtree DAC*ITx.
My NAD colours are probably showing, but for a while I have been considering a replacement for the C720BEE. It's highly regarded among budget amplifiers, but I fear it doesn't produce the warmth - in conjunction with the B&Ws - that I'd expect.
Short of exploring valve options, are there affordable integrated amps known for their warmth and decent detail retrieval? Where should I start looking?