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Rotel RA 972 or NAD 320BEE

I'm taking my first step better sounding equipment (on a budget) and am looking at either the Rotel RA 972 (used) or the NAD 320BEE (new) as a starting point. Now, I have Mirage Omni 60 speakers and a Rotel 930AX CD player. I generally like a fairly neutral sound, but with a little emphasis on the low end. Has anyone had a chance to hear both ot these amps? Thanks.

JD
jdespiri
bignerd100
515 posts
 
The NAD is a good amp on it's own but has main-in/pre-out so that you can bypass either the amp or the preamp in the future. Good way to upgrade slowly.
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ehart
215 posts
 
Viridian hit it right on the head. I also prefer the Rotel, but expect that you may prefer the NAD. I find the latter sounds muddy to me, but that is the "warmth" that some people like. There is a noticeable difference, and it's a matter of taste. It would be great if you could demo for yourself.

- Eric
jdespiri OP
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Thanks for the responses. I should really try to demo this stuff before I buy it, I am leaning towards the NAD though. Now, I'm thinking of going for the C352. I live in a small NYC apartment though, and I'm not sure if I'll just be getting more power than I really need.
bignerd100
515 posts
 
Power specs on teh c352 are almost identical to the C320. I have both units here in the store and while both perform very well at their given price-points the C320 is a bigger bang for the buck.
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