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Amp Suggestions for Harbeth C7es3

I have a pair of C7 pairing with Supernait. In my current room (8'x10' room with speakers placed against 10' side wall), the combination is a bit too expansive. I would appreciate some opinions if I were to change the amp to get a little more high frequence air and better sound stage and sound image definitions. I mostly listen to Classical and Jazz music, occasionally vocal and pop, thus I don't mind losing a bit bottom end punch, as long as the bass definition doesn't suffer. I am also not ready yet to jump to the tube camp yet. Any suggestion would be appreciated.

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monoymono
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pdreher
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Come on... you know you want to go to the darkside... try some tubes! Cary SLI 80 in triode mode would sound heavenly with your musical tastes and small room. Other well respected tube integrateds to consider:

- ARS Sonum Filarmonia
- Leben (take your pick)
- McIntosh MA2275

If you absolutely can't get yourself to go with tubes:
- LFD
- Pathos Twin Towers
- Sugden
tom_hankins
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Manley Snappers.
chayro
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The amp and speakers you have are an excellent match. I think your problems lie elsewhere. Naim products are excellent on their own, but the upgraded power supplies really take the products to a new level. I would definitely try a HiCap on the Supernait before ditching this combo, as I think it's going to be difficult to achieve better sound without spending a lot more money. Get a HiCap - it really pulls everything together more than you might think. Also, what are your sources?
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