Rotel vs Musical Fidelity

I think you can do much better than Rotel for the money you want to spend...and even more so if you are willing to buy used. I am using a Bryston B60 with CDM 1NT's and am happy with the sound however, it would not be enough power for the 9NT's I believe...maybe a Bryston BP25 (or BP20 if you dont need a remote) and a Bryston 3Bst combo would work within your price range...that would be used, but keep in mind...they have a 20 year transferrable warranty and most audiophiles take impeccable care of their equipment.

just my 2c

Ellery

I use B&W N804s and started out with Rotel, then stepped up to MF gear. As for a pre-amp, I think you'd be best served with a tube pre. I'm using a BAT VK-3i and the sound is glorious. They go for about $1,300 on the 'Gon, so it's within your price range. I think you'll be very pleased.

that's great advice ...thanks I realize that MF is great gear, I just want to be sure it will work with my setup. I keep reading about synergy and was currious if anyone had any experience matching Rotel amps with MF pre's. Rotel has always paired well with B&W that is why I intitially purchased the Rb-1070. Currently, I have my amp hooked up to my Rotel Rx-1050 receiver and would like to finally take the plunge and go to true seperates.