So Hard to Decide on an Amp


Hey,

So lately I have been thinking about getting an Amp and using my existing Vincent SV-500 Hybrid Integrated as a Pre-Amp.

I have inquired about some amps in other threads but it just seems so hard to decide as to what will have good Synergy with my system.

Wish I could try out all the Amps that I am thinking about but that would be quite difficult.

The one that is at the top of my list (mind you I haven't personally heard any of these, just going on reviews) is the Pass Labs XA25.

But am also considering the Parasound A21+ and A23+, Benchmark AHB2 and Mystere PA21.

All of have received good reviews and comments from folks.

I suppose the Parasound, especially the A21+ would provide the best Base Response but the others would also be quite worthy.

Tomorrow, I have a Technics SL-G700 SACD Player arriving and so I will be playing with that for a little bit to see if I like it (I am pretty confident I will). My current Denon DVD Bluray Player which I was using has been acting up and I decided it was time for an upgrade.

But soon after, I think I want to try an amp. Not that I really need it, the Vincent satisfies but I am just curious to what an Amp can bring to the table in my system.

Thanks

Jay
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"Technically they are all fine performers, and I don't think you should bother with specs anymore. Go listen." -E.Squires

This. 
If you go with an amp you need to go with a preamp also because you may have some strange impedance mismatches that might not sound too good.
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+1 @speakermasterI think you should get a preamp also. Or an integrated. Those exists in prices up to $30k or so.

And I think you should ask this question in the amp section. You will probably get a lot of answers.

I like the Schiit Ragnarok. If your speakers aren't very inefficient this may be a great upgrade for you. Or get two Vidar and a Freya+.