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Suggestions for an amp

It has been suggested that I should look at a different amp to get the best sound out of my speakers. 
I have a Yamaha Aventage RX-A830. Front speakers are Monitor Audio Silver 8. 
I am mostly interested in something to provide the best sound while listening to music but also be decent for HT. I have an Orbit with a Grado Black 1 cartridge for vinyl. 
I am not looking at spending a ton of money and will definitely consider used (I am looking at several on this site). 
Many thanks!
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granburyspring OP
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LOL...I'm definitely going to see if I can swing it...

Don't think I mentioned in the beginning...I actually picked these up at a consignment shop beyond reasonably priced. I think people thought the speakers did not work because the links were missing.

They were going to replace my B&W DM640i's that I have had for 25 years. I am guessing if I hooked these up to the Hegel they would take on a new life as well.
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jnovak
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I own an Anthem MRX710. I picked it up for $900.00 It is SWEET. It delivers more detail than I had hoped for. Look for one! Good luck Joe
genesis777
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Musical Fidelity M3si will give you more than enough power and a great sounding DAC. If you can swing it go for M5si although you don't need it.
somegeoffguy
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Does the Yamaha sound bad? If you kept it, maybe pick up a used Parasound HCA1200ii - I just saw one on that list site by me for like $500. Then use your Yamaha to run all the surround speakers and the Parasound to run the Monitors. Then you can take the money you save and get an REL subwoofer. The new 12" home theater subs are pretty reasonable...
Just another option, not saying it is the best one.
-Geoff

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The Music Fidelity M3si is a fine piece, but it is a little light in the power supply for these specific speakers.  I'm sure it would work fine, but the M5si would be a better choice. 

Both the M5si and Hegel H160 are about in the same price and league.  Music Fidelity is going to be very smooth and refined, but soft, however very smooth and pleasant to listen to.  The Hegel is going to be highly detailed and revealing, more air and resolution.  It depends on what you think you want.  My own personal tastes go towards the detailed/resolution side.

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