I would look into Schiit. For instance the RAGNAROK integrated amp. I have a lot of experience with their DACs and a bit with their head amps. They produce phenomenal budget gear that competes with stuff typically two or three times their cost. Their Yggi DAC is fantastic for the money. I would recommend buying the best possible components like the Ragnarok from Schiit. They don’t spend money on advertising, just sell really high performance gear for the money. Stretching for a bit more than you feel you can afford is typically very well rewarded.
Alternate Recommendation to a Naim for CM9 S2
Hello forum,
Firstly, thank you for the discussions y'all have here. I've learnt a whole lot on this forum.
Now to my question. I've been enjoying music on a modest system, my first foray into higher end audio: a Naim Unitilite with a pair of B&W CM9 S2 speakers. I typically listen to a variety of music types, but usually ones with lots of stringed instruments. This is where I like the Naim + CM9s - they're both very clear on the higher end.
However, I do think the Naim isn't driving the lower end much. My speakers sound quite flat in the low end; and often I have to crank it up way too high to get them going. I recall also testing a Peachtree Audio before purchasing the Naim - much fuller lower end response, sounded so smooth; yet it lacked the detail and punchiness that the Naim brings forth. The unitilite also has the advantage of being an all in one solution - I can stream Tidal & Spotify directly to it, I have my TV connected to it using digital audio in.
In any case, it's been a few years, and I'm ready to try something new. Since my wife loves the way the CM9s look in our home, my first option is to try some different amps. I'm open to getting separate streamers + DACs, if you really recommend it.
Given the type of music I listen to, what should I try next? In my short list, I want to revisit the Peachtree and try their Nova 300.
What would your recommendations for amps+dacs, or int-amps be? Let's say I stick to the price range of what I'd get if I sell the Unitilite, say $2000 USD?
Cheers!
Firstly, thank you for the discussions y'all have here. I've learnt a whole lot on this forum.
Now to my question. I've been enjoying music on a modest system, my first foray into higher end audio: a Naim Unitilite with a pair of B&W CM9 S2 speakers. I typically listen to a variety of music types, but usually ones with lots of stringed instruments. This is where I like the Naim + CM9s - they're both very clear on the higher end.
However, I do think the Naim isn't driving the lower end much. My speakers sound quite flat in the low end; and often I have to crank it up way too high to get them going. I recall also testing a Peachtree Audio before purchasing the Naim - much fuller lower end response, sounded so smooth; yet it lacked the detail and punchiness that the Naim brings forth. The unitilite also has the advantage of being an all in one solution - I can stream Tidal & Spotify directly to it, I have my TV connected to it using digital audio in.
In any case, it's been a few years, and I'm ready to try something new. Since my wife loves the way the CM9s look in our home, my first option is to try some different amps. I'm open to getting separate streamers + DACs, if you really recommend it.
Given the type of music I listen to, what should I try next? In my short list, I want to revisit the Peachtree and try their Nova 300.
What would your recommendations for amps+dacs, or int-amps be? Let's say I stick to the price range of what I'd get if I sell the Unitilite, say $2000 USD?
Cheers!
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