glr Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I currently have Adcom seperates, a GTP600 pre-amp w/DDG-1 digital processor, with 100w to the front for my KLF-30's, and 60w to the rear (Forte II's)on my surround system. I'm looking for recommendations on a receiver to replace the Adcom's. I would appreciate any thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelerFan Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 If space is a problem then B&K or some other flagship receiver otherwise you may be disappointed with the performance you get compared to your seperates. Have you thought about upgrading what you have? Even one piece at a time if you can't afford all at once. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBM Posted February 27, 2004 Share Posted February 27, 2004 I just recently replaced my Yamaha AX-700 amp and an Adcom GSP-560 Processor with a Marantz SR-8300. I absolutely love the Marantz. I wanted a complete A/V receiver and liked Marantz the best. I compared the Marantz to the following; NAD, Adcom, Rotel, and Yamaha. Just my opinion but the Marantz sounded the most natural. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glr Posted February 28, 2004 Author Share Posted February 28, 2004 Thanks for responding. Unfortunately, the Klipsch dealer here only carries Harmon Kardon and there is no way for me to compare various receivers with my speakers. What model Denon did you test? I have heard several good reports on the Denon 3803. I still have a Marantz 2270 receiver I purchased new in 68. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glr Posted February 28, 2004 Author Share Posted February 28, 2004 Thanks for responding. Adcom has a new Pre-Amp Model 860II coming out next month. I'm going to take a look at it. However, since they have been sold I don't know if the quality is as good as in the past. I love my Adcom amps, but the digital processor is lacking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted February 28, 2004 Share Posted February 28, 2004 If you're not happy with the pre, replace the pre. Yamaha makes some of the best DSP in the industry - their proprietary YSS-938 chips are simply awesome. Unfortunately, they don't make a dedicated pre - but you could use an RX-V1400 as one - it has 7.1 channel outs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TauRus Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 glr, Since you said you liked your Adcom amp and the main reason for the "upgrade" to a receiver is processing capabiltites, I would agree with Griffinator in a way, and suggest to look for a nice affordable pre/pro, like Outlaw preamp for example, Model 950, currently selling at $799, and perhaps a B-stock item can be had for even less. I had a cance to listen to it extensively, and it is a very impressive unit. Just a thought ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 Outlaw does one thing well - build high-power amplifiers. Not dissimilar to Sherbourn, a company I rep. Great high-output amps, but I'm not impressed by their pres. The list on the Yamaha RX-V1400 is $899 - I'm sure it can be had for the same money as that Outlaw pre - and the DSP will be assuredly much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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