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How much does power amplifier really matter comparing to other hi-fi components?

What is the best ratio (out of a total of 100%) in terms of money to put in a high-end hi-fi set containing:
1. CD player/DAC, 2. Pre-amp, 3. Power-amp, 4. speakers.
(25% will be assigned to each if the 4 parts are equal).
Can we take this as a reference to distribute the budget when buying power-amp?

Looking forward to learning experiences and technical information from audiophiles including hi-fi dealers.
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willgolf
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P.S. Cables, Power cords, Power Condtioners, fuses, isolation pods and room acoustics all play into the equation.  However, that can be done later.
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tom6897
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oddiofyl
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I think many, many really good speakers are short changed by the electronics they are paired with.   Then they are sold in search of the perfect speaker.  Spend money on really good electronics and get off the buy / sell speaker merry go round 

bigtitobrown
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I’m years late to this discussion but I have good gear and somebody in 2024 might be reading this. 
 

Without question and without an ounce of trolling, your power amp and cables are the most important components of your system. 50% amp, 25% cabling, 20% electronics, 5% speakers. 

immatthewj
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50% amp, 25% cabling, 20% electronics, 5% speakers. 

That's pretty radical.

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