the b&w 684 are rated at 87db, which makes them relatively hard to drive--the 60w 535 might (or might not) be enough amp (b&w recommends 25-150w, which isn't terribly helpful). i've found adcom to be conservative in its power ratings, but if you're concerned you can try the higher adcom, rotel or something like parasound hca, which is excellent value.
Vintage Onkyo gear vs Adcom
Looking for some help on the budget upgrade path:
I currently have an Adcom GFP-565 and have been searching for a power amp to do it justice.
In the course of my research I have stumbled upon quite a few Onkyo integrateds from the late 80's--early 90's (a-8800, a-890 to name a couple) that look very appealing. I have heard the Adcom and also some Onkyo stuff from that era and they seem much closer in performance than I would have guessed.
So my question is this: should I continue to pursue a power amp for the 565 or sell it to purchase one of the high end Onkyo/Integra integrated?
Thanks
I currently have an Adcom GFP-565 and have been searching for a power amp to do it justice.
In the course of my research I have stumbled upon quite a few Onkyo integrateds from the late 80's--early 90's (a-8800, a-890 to name a couple) that look very appealing. I have heard the Adcom and also some Onkyo stuff from that era and they seem much closer in performance than I would have guessed.
So my question is this: should I continue to pursue a power amp for the 565 or sell it to purchase one of the high end Onkyo/Integra integrated?
Thanks
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