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Newbie needs advice

I have a Quad 34 pre-amp, Quad 306 power amp, Cerwin Vega VS-10 speakers and a pair of Vestax PDX 200 turntables. I also use a Vestax PMC-06 mixer which also works as a pre amp for the turntables. The mixer also has bass, treble and loudness controls. I also have the Mardaunt Short Alumini 9 is the subwoofer.

As you can see I have a DJ set up along side the vintage amps. My question is, how does the Quad sound quality compare with more up to date amps out today. I know everyone says if it sounds good to you then be happy, but I just like to know someones opinion with more experience. Is it worth me upgrading the Quads or would i get better sound quality with another amp.

I hope i'm not making an ass of myself asking these question.

Look forward to your replies

Ace
ace_boog
tmsorosk
1,013 posts
 
Very diverse question, and i'm sure your get diverse answers. You'll just have to try another amp and see if it rings your bell.
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stanwal
3,147 posts
 
The Quads are still quite decent; I would put the money into different speakers but then CVs were never my favorite speakers. I don't know anything about your turntable or mixer so can't advise on them. Sit down and listen to your system and make a list of what you like about it and what needs improving. Then think about what you need to change to make the improvement you want.
inna
7,296 posts
 
Agreed. Better speakers first no doubt. Perhaps better cartridges too, I don't know, you didn't mention them.
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