Mmcaleer Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) I am getting back into 2-Channel Audio and I am looking for recommendations for an amplifier. I am getting overwhelmed with the options out there and what I really need. I used to own Klipsch Heresy speakers, sold them, regret it. I am looking for another pair. The Heresy is my plan for the amp. I have a set of Vienna Acoustic Bach that I will use until I find the Heresy. I work from home and this system will be for my home office. The room is 13W x 15L x 10H. The primary music would be jazz and classical (some alternative/rock). The volume would be low to mid during work hours. I was leaning towards an integrated with built in DAC. Let me know if this is good or go separates with DAC. My source would be primarily streaming HD. I would prefer something used to get the most bang for my buck. Would love tubes. My budget is less than $1k. Preferably lower for a starter system until I really know what direction I want to go. If I buy new I have thought about a B-Stock Peachtree Nova 220SE for $950, Outlaw RR2160 for $849 or maybe something from Schitt. Used? Not sure, this is where I need some recommendations. Thanks, Mike Frisco, TX Edited January 2, 2020 by Mmcaleer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Welcome to the forum. Got my first pair them recently and enjoying them. Using a vintage SS integrated at 45 wpc...They will be along soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, Mmcaleer said: I was leaning towards an integrated with built in DAC. Always a good option IMO. 1 hour ago, Mmcaleer said: Let me know if this is good or go separates with DAC. These below look intriguing as an option for "separates". https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/marna6006/marantz-na6006-audiophile-network-audio-player/1.html plus https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/marmm7025/marantz-mm7025-2-ch-x-140-watts-power-amplifier/1.html Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 An option with DAC in your neck of the woods. https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/ele/d/plano-nad-338-hybrid-digital-itegrated/7039616028.html Bill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Buy used... for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glens Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I've got that (same model) NAD and recommend it, though I believe that price is about what I paid for mine "factory refurbished" with warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuzzzer Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I'm using a 2005 Sony STR-DA5000ES with my 1981 Heresys and it sounds absolutely fantastic. You should be able to pick up a 10-20 year old Sony ES receiver for $50-150 in working order. I'd recommend trying something like that first and see what you think. I picked mine up locally for $40. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MechEngVic Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649578952-mp-301-mk3-mini-tube-amplifier/ https://smile.amazon.com/SMSL-SA-36A-Digital-Amplifier-Adapter/dp/B00A2QLC0O/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=topping+dac&qid=1578031098&sr=8-11 I think this pair would make a good looking and sounding office set-up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glens Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 Doesn't help with his stated requirement for streaming... unless constrained to interconnects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mmcaleer Posted January 3, 2020 Author Share Posted January 3, 2020 20 hours ago, willland said: An option with DAC in your neck of the woods. https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/ele/d/plano-nad-338-hybrid-digital-itegrated/7039616028.html Bill I saw that one. I read some reviews on it and I felt there were better options for what I wanted. Plus, his price isn't that good. For $90 more I could get a refurb with warrantee. 16 hours ago, glens said: I've got that (same model) NAD and recommend it, though I believe that price is about what I paid for mine "factory refurbished" with warranty. The refurb looks like another way to go. I just looked at some and found a few options. There is a Cambridge Audio CX80 open box, which I like, for $699 NAD C368, which is a model up from yours, is $599 refurb. Although it does not have the USB module. NAD D 7050 refurb is $349 ($999 MSRP). This gives me everything cheap. I could also connect it to my TV. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 Have a look at the better Yamaha integrated amps. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N30M2DW/ref=twister_B00NB7Z7OI?_encoding=UTF8&th=1 And if you can swing it, you will love the newest Heresy IVs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 5 hours ago, JohnA said: Have a look at the better Yamaha integrated amps. Can't argue with that. Though my Yamaha A-S1000 is currently driving my RB-75s with great success, it performs very well with both my Heresy 1s and Heresy 2s as well as my RF-63s. The top Yamaha integrated amps are all analog but any of the DAC models from the A-S301 to the A-S801 should work just fine. https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas301bl/yamaha-a-s301-2-ch-x-60-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas501bl/yamaha-a-s501-2-ch-x-85-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas701sl/yamaha-a-s701-2-ch-x-100-watts-natural-sound-integrated-amplifier-silver/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas801bl/yamaha-a-s801-2-ch-x-100-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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billybob Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Think by OP's post, the budget is just for the electronics alone... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr clean Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/category/integratedamp/home-audio/receivers-amps/integrated-amps/1.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr clean Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 1 hour ago, willland said: Can't argue with that. Though my Yamaha A-S1000 is currently driving my RB-75s with great success, it performs very well with both my Heresy 1s and Heresy 2s as well as my RF-63s. The top Yamaha integrated amps are all analog but any of the DAC models from the A-S301 to the A-S801 should work just fine. https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas301bl/yamaha-a-s301-2-ch-x-60-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas501bl/yamaha-a-s501-2-ch-x-85-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas701sl/yamaha-a-s701-2-ch-x-100-watts-natural-sound-integrated-amplifier-silver/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas801bl/yamaha-a-s801-2-ch-x-100-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html Bill I didn't see it was already posted. Oh well😎. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fattner Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Heresy speaker love tube power ,go on line and look for a clean used jolida intergerated any wattage will work with those beautiful speakers good luck and enjoy my friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mmcaleer Posted January 6, 2020 Author Share Posted January 6, 2020 On 1/3/2020 at 6:16 PM, willland said: Can't argue with that. Though my Yamaha A-S1000 is currently driving my RB-75s with great success, it performs very well with both my Heresy 1s and Heresy 2s as well as my RF-63s. The top Yamaha integrated amps are all analog but any of the DAC models from the A-S301 to the A-S801 should work just fine. https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas301bl/yamaha-a-s301-2-ch-x-60-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas501bl/yamaha-a-s501-2-ch-x-85-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas701sl/yamaha-a-s701-2-ch-x-100-watts-natural-sound-integrated-amplifier-silver/1.html https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/yamas801bl/yamaha-a-s801-2-ch-x-100-watts-integrated-amplifier-w/built-in-dac-black/1.html Bill I found a Yamaha A-S501 for sale locally for $225. The issue with the 501 is that it doesn't give me the USB input for laptop connection, you need to go to the 801 to get the USB. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 6, 2020 Share Posted January 6, 2020 Maybe there is an adapter online to suit your needs... thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted January 6, 2020 Share Posted January 6, 2020 There is possibly another output that can be used, in other words. They make all sorts of things nowaday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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