Ozz Posted June 23, 2004 Share Posted June 23, 2004 Hey everybody, My buddy has a sony amp powering his Paradigm&Difinitive speakers. He's ready to replace his amp and he really likes my Denon with Klipsch. I learned here, (new guy) that some amps don't go well with certain speakers, that is to bright, to warm, ect. Could someone help me direct my Bud in the right direction concerning a good amp choice for his set-up. He heard my klipsch set-up and drooled so now he is on the hunt for a new amp. He likes mostly HT. He's got about 600.00 bones to spend give or take. Any suggestions would help greatly. Thankyou in advance. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pako Posted June 24, 2004 Share Posted June 24, 2004 Has he tired using the Sony just a preamp, using external power to run his speakers? Maybe his receiver is just fine, other than lacking headroom, or using dirty power..... I love my Denon, if it crapped out on me today, I would look to replace it with another Denon. He really needs to try some different receivers in his home if it's at all possible. It's been said time and time again here on this board, but I believe it to be true when it's available. Sounds like if he likes your setup so much, he needs some Klipsch speakers and a Denon receiver. His Definitives will never sound like Klipsch, if I remember right, the Definitives are a totally different speaker design, with tweeters firing forward and backwards. Great concept, works for some but not for everyone. He might like the more direct sound stage of your Klipsch as well.... Did he say 'what' he liked about your setup? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironwoods Posted June 24, 2004 Share Posted June 24, 2004 Hi, why is your Bud looking at amps when he really likes the sound of your Klipsch speakers? Analogy-I like the way a particular car handles.... what motorcycle should I buy? I do agree that amplifers can sound somewhat different sonically, but a speaker can make a world of difference. Why do you think we would know what sounds good with Paradigm/Definative anyways? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozz Posted June 26, 2004 Author Share Posted June 26, 2004 ---------------- On 6/24/2004 7:06:37 AM ironwoods wrote: Hi, why is your Bud looking at amps when he really likes the sound of your Klipsch speakers? Analogy-I like the way a particular car handles.... what motorcycle should I buy? I do agree that amplifers can sound somewhat different sonically, but a speaker can make a world of difference. Why do you think we would know what sounds good with Paradigm/Definative anyways? ---------------- Yea, Its the speakers he likes the sound of. But his amp is buzzing and he feels it is do for replacement anyhow so for now, He will go klipsch eventually so I was thinking Denon. I guess I was just asking if Denon would go well enough with Difinitive for the time being as well any other info. that might be helpfull for him. As far as thinking you all would know what sounds good with paradigm&difinitive I will just put It this way, I'm new here, don't know as much as the least of the forum members and just thought someone would have some experence with a simular set up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironwoods Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 Hey Rob, sorry if my reply sounded snooty. Denon makes fine gear, so I'm sure your friend would be pleased. Even more so, when he adds some Klipsch to the line-up. But you knew that. Others might include Yamaha, HK, Rotel and B&K. He could look for a used amp to realize the Klipsch goal sooner, if dollars are a concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schwock5 Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 i'm selling a denon 3802 if you're interested, let me know ~ $500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozz Posted June 29, 2004 Author Share Posted June 29, 2004 I know your just trying to help me out. Thanks Ironwood for your input, I really am just learning about HT and very much appreciate all your responses. I think he will get a Denon so I will give him a heads up on the 3802. Thanks Schwock5. I was just now looking around on the best buy site cause their klipsch are on sale but could'ent find Rb35's or Rs35's there. Is fedral stereo any good to order from? It seems like I heard some bad stuff about dealing with them. Wish this forum had a page of shame or fame for members looking for deals and service on the internet. It prolly does and Im to dumb to figure it out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schwock5 Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 Best Buy only sells synergy series, go to Klipsch's dealer locater to find good reference authorized stores. I just found one in Boston and the salesman was AMAZING, let me do everything i wanted, and i can't wait to pick up my speakers in 2 weeks when i move into my new place. E-mail me at schwock5@hotmail.com if interested in the Denon 3802 I'm also selling the Klipsch KSW-12 440w subwoofer, and some Audio Racks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Posted June 29, 2004 Share Posted June 29, 2004 Ya got me there, took me decades to find the right combination of electronic engine to match my Klipsch wheels, the neighbors Sony ES receiver crapped out on the leaning Newtronics Skates, but was okay with Axioms M80s, my vintage Nikko receiver does a good job with cone loudspeakers, so does my 70s style vintage Class A Pioneer M-22, at a hefty 60 pounds, both go for a song on eBay, in fact measuring the Pioneer up against the incredible Pass Laboratories Supersymmetry Balanced Single-Ended Class-A X250 (http://enjoythemusic.com/magazine/archives/) on big ole Cornwall horns proved the saying that there is no difference between quality solid-state amplifiers when they are not clipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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