Also, the reason I am looking for seperates instead of just using the integrated amp with home theater bypass (PM8004, M3i, etc) is due to the power ratings. I would like as much headroom as possible, which I believe the XPA-2 can provide at a lower cost than most of those integrateds. My only concern is that I can't make a great judgement of how those will drive my speakers, since no manufacturer provides a rating of current.
Integrateds vs Emotiva XPA-2 + $600 AVR as preamp
Hello all, thanks for taking the time to read this.
In my quest for a higher-fidelity music and home theater experience, I am looking for some answers regarding these integrated amplifiers and the Emotiva separates. I am not looking for a debate on which is better, but at this time, I am specifically asking about the ability of the Marantz SR8004, Musical Fidelity M3i, and the Emotiva XPA-2 to drive lower-impedance speakers such as the Dynaudio Focus 140s, and how they will sound while doing so. I'm leaning towards the Emotiva setup and am basically looking to see if anyone has any "you should definitely not go this route" advice. Suggestions for better performance at a similar price are also welcome.
My price range is around $1500, and I'm not looking to stretch as my wife is already kind enough to allow me this current allotment since I've recently purchased the speakers.
I like a clear and neutral sound that does not emphasize any particular frequencies. Any advice in regards to the performance of the amplifier section of these would be appreciated.
In my quest for a higher-fidelity music and home theater experience, I am looking for some answers regarding these integrated amplifiers and the Emotiva separates. I am not looking for a debate on which is better, but at this time, I am specifically asking about the ability of the Marantz SR8004, Musical Fidelity M3i, and the Emotiva XPA-2 to drive lower-impedance speakers such as the Dynaudio Focus 140s, and how they will sound while doing so. I'm leaning towards the Emotiva setup and am basically looking to see if anyone has any "you should definitely not go this route" advice. Suggestions for better performance at a similar price are also welcome.
My price range is around $1500, and I'm not looking to stretch as my wife is already kind enough to allow me this current allotment since I've recently purchased the speakers.
I like a clear and neutral sound that does not emphasize any particular frequencies. Any advice in regards to the performance of the amplifier section of these would be appreciated.
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