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Love it! I understand the potential for having to rebuild the older units which I kind of why I'm leaning to something more modern. I went with separates in the Sony ES line in the early 90's for the reasons you mentioned. The TA-E1000ESD, ES tuner, ES CD player and ES amplifier are also 30 years old and my experience with the TA-E1000ESD in particular was that it was a nice unit for its time but I'm sure tech has improved greatly since. I also ran two dbx BX-3 amplifiers for the center and main channels in a Pro-Logic system. My goal is to get back to the basics, 2 channel stereo.

That Yamaha seems to review very well. +1 for the VU meters!

"If you give the forum a budget, others can help you spend your money! There are lots here with experience of all of the well known brands currently available. My budget is $5000. That said, I would seriously consider reducing my collection of receivers as I wouldn't need them any longer and also to help fund this purchase. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

I'd like to keep the stack small, so separates are not an option. What integrated amps do you use or recommend?

I've done some research into tubes, but don't know what to jump into, SET, or push pull.

Yes, 2 channel. Home theater is in the basement.

First of all, I want to say that La Scala's have been on my bucket list for along time and finally we found a set (1980, upgraded) that were in great condition. They have been one of and so far the best audio-related purchases I've made since starting out in this hobby many years ago. Thank you jimjimbo! By way of background, I've been involved in this hobby for a few decades starting out with a NAD 7120 stereo receiver and a set of Boston Acoustics A-60 speakers and moved on and up to Sony ES separates and NHT speakers in the early to mid 90's, when I began to focus solely on home theater. Eventually, I upgraded from the Sony ES pre/pro to a Denon AVR. The biggest limitations were budget, space, and having little ones running around, literally . That said, we're at point now where we can focus on listening to the music and want to begin exploring "better" sound. What does that mean? I don't know but I think I'll know it when I/we hear it 😉. Currently, we're listening to the La Scala's by rotating in a few different vintage Marantz, Pioneer, Sansui, and Technics receivers as well as a Sansui CA/BA2000. As I've only had experience with older and vintage equipment with the La Scala's, I'm curious what a more modern integrated amplifier would do for the sound of the La Scala's in addition to adding a bit of modern convenience in the form of remote control. Our sources are Chromecast streaming, a turntable, and CD/DVD. I'm really interested in what La Scala owners are using, why you selected your particular unit, as well as your experience with it. So many options: Class A, Class A/B, Class D, Digital inputs. I'm not sure which direction to go in and where do I begin experimenting? I'd appreciate any and all the advice you could share. Thanks!

Anyone used this Amp with La Scala's? I'm considering it... It would be my first tube Amp. Is it too much for a tube newb like me? Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

I sent him a PM but nothing back so far. Looks like he's near us 😁

Considering sub/s with my La Scala's. Opinions on these with La Scala's?

You're welcome! Maybe a discussion for the greater forum?

Interesting. Never heard of this model. "Piezo tweeters were added by previous owner to extend the top end." https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/221275936204798/

Only recently learned about Bob and everything he's done for our community. RIP.

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Shouldn't this have been done a year ago? Asking for a friend.

I beg to disagree on your pertinent but unrelated sentiment. But I'm not here to argue or judge but to learn and share information.

Requested it be moved as as I posted. It is interesting though 🤔

Makes sense. Thanks!

I most certainly did not interpret your post as anti-police. As you said, you assume incorrectly! My intent was to only share additional information regarding how this disease has impacted another cohort within our community.

Covid-19 has killed more police officers this year than all other causes combined, data shows https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/09/02/coronavirus-deaths-police-officers-2020/

I created an account but haven't had am opportunity to actually use the service yet. Thanks!

For those that have used Uship, how long has it taken to get a bid and get the item on its way to the buyer?

No affiliation. Didn't know this was thing! https://www.facebook.com/groups/vintageaudioonline/permalink/3865625850135581/?sale_post_id=3865625850135581

😁 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/426490131875324/

Tempting...