I'm currently using a Marantz 5400 AVR to drive Paradigm Studio 100 fronts and CC-570 center. I've had the Marantz since I started this expensive hobby with a pair of Mini-Monitors. Now that I'm up to the big boys, I feel like I need some more power.
My dealer has recommended both Rotel and Anthem. Budget-wise I could probably stomach an RMB-1095, MCA-50, or A5.
I wish I knew more about amps so I could really know what is a good design feature and what is just marketing b.s. It's hard to distinguish between Rotel and Anthem, other than it would seem that Anthem would be a better match for Paradigm, and Anthem's no-fuse design seems superior than having to replace blown fuses.
Then there's Outlaw Audio. I've heard good things about them, but I don't know how good they are. I'm willing to pay the price premium for Rotel and Anthem if they really are better. Value is a good thing (hence my Paradigm speakers), but I'm looking for an amp I can be happy with for 10 years or so.
Oh, i should also say that even though we're talking 5 channel amps here, I'm about 75% stereo / 25% multi-channel, so it's very important to me that I find an amp that doesn't compromise my 2 channel listening experience.
Thanks,
Mark.
My dealer has recommended both Rotel and Anthem. Budget-wise I could probably stomach an RMB-1095, MCA-50, or A5.
I wish I knew more about amps so I could really know what is a good design feature and what is just marketing b.s. It's hard to distinguish between Rotel and Anthem, other than it would seem that Anthem would be a better match for Paradigm, and Anthem's no-fuse design seems superior than having to replace blown fuses.
Then there's Outlaw Audio. I've heard good things about them, but I don't know how good they are. I'm willing to pay the price premium for Rotel and Anthem if they really are better. Value is a good thing (hence my Paradigm speakers), but I'm looking for an amp I can be happy with for 10 years or so.
Oh, i should also say that even though we're talking 5 channel amps here, I'm about 75% stereo / 25% multi-channel, so it's very important to me that I find an amp that doesn't compromise my 2 channel listening experience.
Thanks,
Mark.
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