Grand11 Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 I'm traveling along the upgrade path (as we all do) and have come to the point where I feel the next logical upgrade for my sysytem is to build away from my reciever and towards an amp/pre-amp proc combo unit. So I settled on looking for an Amplifier to power the speakers and using my current reciever's pre-outs for now. I currently run an RF-35 system (RC-35 and RS-35) which have a stated maximum load of 125watts. I'm also running a Denon 3801 reciever right now. So what I'm looking for is a solid 5 channel amplifier that will in essense "wake up" my speakers (though 7 is acceptable). I was so so so impressed when I replaced my JBL system with the 35s it was like hearing movies for the first time. The impression I've been given is that with the proper SS Amp I would get this feeling again, but as I'm starting to drift into the truely high-end territory with single components costing two to four thousand, I realy feel doing my homework is critical (yeah I know they go way higher, but atthat point you're usually driving Watt Puppy 7s). So, In the communities opinion: What would be a good amp choice as far as really optimizing my 35s (not planning to replace them anytime soon). I was originally looking at a Sunfire Cinema Seven, but last night I picked the brain of a Genesis sales rep who said the direction I needed to go was Lexicon which was leagues better. Next thing I know I'm looking at 400watt per channel monsters that would probably fry my speakers and cost me my house to buy. Reality Check time: I just need whats best for my speakers; I'm building around those. Suggestions I know of: Sunfire Cinema Seven Lexicon CX-5 The only limits I have are: 1. I want a multi-channel amp. I have no room for 5 mono-blocks, and most I would do is 5 channel now and add a 2 channel later 2. Rember if it will kill my 35s then it's overkill for me. Building around the speakers. Other models I should consider? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levir Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 Klipsch speakers are high efficient speakers and they really sounded good with tube amps. My suggestion would be an Adcom which gives you good value for the money. I have an adcom which had been modified by John Hillig. The mod includes BlackGate caps, Schottky power rectifiers throughout. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruinsrme Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 Parasound Halos have a 5 channel and a 2 channel A52 and A23 They are sweeet sounding with the Klipsch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand11 Posted December 11, 2003 Author Share Posted December 11, 2003 Appreciate the suggestion, but I'm generally not into tube amps. They tend to sound different after they warm up, and arn't nearly as tight as solid state. I should have clarified that preference as well, sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand11 Posted December 11, 2003 Author Share Posted December 11, 2003 That Parasound A52 looks rather nice as well. Very good suggestion. How do you feel it compares to what's listed above (Lexicon and Sunfire)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelerFan Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 Try B&K or Halo. I've personally heard B&K with Klipsch and it sounded GOOD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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