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HELP!!!! Newbie looking for a decent 2 channel power amp in the $1,000 range

I am trying find a decent 2 channel power amp to replace my Sonos Amp connected to Kef R3's and RSL Speedwoofer MKII.

I was considering the Emotiva TA2 but based on the comments/reviews here I beleive I could do better going 2X on price over the Emo and be open to a used unit.  I prefer  warm to neutral with detail sound profile.I'd also like an amp that is north of 100 WPC becuase my listening space is midsized (open floor plan approx 600 SF).

Thanks to all in advance!

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elliottbnewcombjr
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re-lar-kvothe

I agree, that Parasound is a great find, and it handles low impedance very wel!

brianh61
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Another nod for Odyssey in that price range. I have a 20 y/o Stratos Plus still kicking ass driving Dynaudio 82s

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maristwareagle
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Used Nakamichi PA-5aii 150 watts per channel. Sounds great. Great headroom and tight bass.

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jjss49
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+1 a well cared for used odyssey

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jbuhl
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I have a Sonos Port that will serve as a pre amp....

 

 

If you get some extra $ and want to doll up the port check this out.  I upgraded a ZP90 many moons ago , still running strong and use it as a ROON endpoint on my HT setup. 

 

 

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