2. amps-preamps
  3. 1081910934

Upgrading what?

I am building a system little by little as money comes along. The problem with that is that all of the components start out being terrible and as I build it they get replaced. I have a wonderful Njoe Tjoeb cd player but I dont know what my next step is. I have been saving a bit of money and dont know weather it is a smart step to upgrade my amp first or to get new speakers. I want what is best in the long run for my system. The amp I am considering is the McCormack 125 and the speakers I am looking at are the GMA Europas. What do you Audiophiles out there think?

Thanks
Eric Baer
iamcrazy111
ohlala
1,235 posts
 
After looking at the threads you have already posed, I think you're ready to just pull the trigger. As long as your amp can drive your speakers, it doesn't matter so much in what order you throw your darts. Good luck
bwyoung
143 posts
 
One factor not mentioned yet is the projected length of time you think it will take to build this system. If it is going to be a long time, then I would definitely move the speaker purchase up in the time-table. If it takes you three or four years or more, then you will be missing a great deal of the music by not having good speakers.
I agree with many above. Every piece is important and can result in improved sound. However, some upgrades will impact the sound more than others. I would say that speakers, source and then preamps are generally the most important links in the chain. With your good sounding source, I would jump the the other end, and work back from your speakers
gmood1
1,251 posts
 
I don't think there's a wrong way. First I would find out exactly what sound I am looking for. This can only be achieved from listening to different equipment. I don't care how good your front end is supposed to be. You can't make a Paradigm sound like a Martin Logan or a Magnepan sound like a Green Mountain Audio.It just doesn't work that way.Speakers make the largest impact in sound IME.Yes it can be changed or refined by a different front end to a degree. But not enough to fool someone into thinking you have a different pair of speakers.

Enjoy the Ride it is the Best Part!
More to discover