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Halo or Odyssey

Opinions Please! Speakers are VMPS Super Tower/R's with newly updated drivers, driven via PS Audio 4.5 Preamp/Hafler DH-220 power amp. Considering an ugrade too new components without breaking the budget. I am wondering which would be a better solution, the Halo P3/A23 or the Odyssey Tempest/Stratus? Or should I just keep the PS and Hafler until they expire? The sound they produce is still quite satisfying. Thanks for your time and help.
justpassinthru
domestic_dude
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Hafler gives great bang for the buck. The 9505 retails for 2K new but is discounted as low as $1400. Check out the very impressive slew rate (Halo also has a high rate).
distortion
571 posts
 
If memory serves me, Slew rates are voltage and bandwidth variable. Although important, I would NEVER buy an amp based on a slew rate, or any other spec for that matter.

Hafler isnt what it used to be. Which is a shame, because they offered a great product. I blame it on the Rockford Group, but that is another thread.

IMO, the DH220 is a winner. Though the Odyssey is too and would be my pick.
justpassinthru OP
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Thanks for your repsonses. Decision made! Spoke with Klaus and knew Odyssey was the right choice. Was about to order one. Instead - Stratos w/120uf upgrade on the way, thanks too Audiogon classified.
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