best amp for Revel Studio speakers


Hello Friends,

Recently, listened to my friend's gear, I felt there's something wrong of his component. He got a pair of Revel Studio speakers, Mcintosh 501 mono amps, Shanling pre amp and Shanling Cd player and Audio note speaker cables. Could anyone tell me what's wrong on this system arrangement and what need to make it sound better?

Thanks
Freeman
rcaltd
Hey, Mechans...you shouldn't try to drink and type at the same time. What are you trying to say?
LOL yeah I think Mechans has hit the bottle... but he's right, the Mac amps should be a great match for the Revels. I would look into room/setup
Question regarding the Audio note speaker cables that you mention: Are they bi-wired, or is he using jumpers?
If jumpers, he is not using those crappy metal bars that come supplied with the Studios is he? (If so, have him replace them with something decent. Those bars are notorious for being really bad sounding.) FYI: I bi-wired my old Studios with Audience Au24 cables.

(If your friend is in the SF bay area, have him drop me a line. I still have my Au24 cables, and would be glad to lend them to him to try out, as I am getting ready to sell them anyway.)

Good luck to you and especially your friend.
I apologize for my sloppy typing. I am mildly spastic and only use one or two fingers. Your patience is appreciated.
what did you feel is wrong with the sound? I will tell you that it is not the amps,they sound great with the revels. the pre amp and cd player are not in the same league as the rest of the system, most likely the problem, silver speaker cable might not be a good match either. good luck,
chrissain