If I were you, I'd certainly only do/buy one thing at a time. You may find that simply using another power amp, with your current Sim integrated for a pre, makes a huge difference and you won't need/want to upgrade anything else for a while (always a good thing). Whatever you're most curious about it the first step you should make. From your threads, it seems that changing the power amp section of your system intrigues you the most, so start there and wait on the rest.
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I'm strongly considering a switch to tubes, but am concerned that I may lose too much dynamics and too much impact in the bass. I like all kinds of music, so I need an all-around good performer. Would I be better off mixing a tube pre-amp such as Joule or Sonic Frontiers with a strong solid state amp such as the Sim W-5 (available currently on this site at $2200, used)or Pass Labs, or should I go one way or the other with tubes or SS?
Also, I want to upgrade the CD player. I have an Ultech, but have been advised I'd be much better off with a Meridian, or the Resolution Audio.
I would appreciate all suggestions, as I am not in a good position to audition all of these components. I realize I'm looking at around $5-7K in upgrades. Should I take this deep a plunge?
Thanks so much, audiophiles!
Also, I want to upgrade the CD player. I have an Ultech, but have been advised I'd be much better off with a Meridian, or the Resolution Audio.
I would appreciate all suggestions, as I am not in a good position to audition all of these components. I realize I'm looking at around $5-7K in upgrades. Should I take this deep a plunge?
Thanks so much, audiophiles!
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