Mid-priced solid state options

Any thoughts how an Aragon 8008 mk 2 and a Parasound A21 compare. Preamp is a ARC LS17se.

Thank you.

adiorio01-25-2016 1:37am

jl35 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,237 posts 01-25-2016 at 02:47pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete the Aragon 8008 was reborn in 2013. Did the original 8008 have a mkll version?
adiorio OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 33 posts 01-25-2016 at 03:17pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have the MK.2 version which is the same as the 8008BB just with a better look. This is the version that Klipsch had for a short time before selling to Indy Audio Labs. I bought mine new in 2004 and have not used it that much. Exact same as the original BB.
randy-11 Details Discussions Posts This discussion 1,913 posts 01-10-2017 at 04:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I think you really need to listen to both in your system as they should be pretty close. Or add the new Benchmark amp to the mix... BTW, how do you like the horizontal display on your LS17?
soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 10,372 posts 01-10-2017 at 06:54pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete If you're really upgrading your speakers in the near future I'd wait until you have them before buying a new amp.