I slept in it and will do so for a few more days. At this point I’m leaning towards the Outlaw. Not only does it offer an increase in quality power, but measured pretty well, has a quality phono stage that matches the output of my cartridge (and I’m sure an upgrade from my Art DJ), as well as offering basic bass crossovers to my sub and mains. Also allows the use of an EQ unit if I so desire to use Dirac. With the exception of shipping, there is a return policy for Outlaw. The Arcam is attractive, but may be a bit more than I want to spend right now. I’m still debating on separates. The zPre3 I could get for 225 on ebay directly from a seller. Would make total cost of what I’m looking at around 1200. Would not include bass management, but that preamp does have bypass. My room is a shared living space so while I measured the sub with REW to get best placement, I'm limited in other things. Speakers are out from wall, but not 6 feet into the room like Cardas or other methods recommend. Separates would offer me flexibility and a path to upgrade, but if I’m not happy, returns wouldn’t be as flexible or easy with multiple components. Not going to make the decision immediately.
Apologies for being a broken record. I realize this setup is small potatoes in a place like this, but it's a bigger deal for me.
Apologies for being a broken record. I realize this setup is small potatoes in a place like this, but it's a bigger deal for me.