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recommendation of amps

Just looking for a little guidance. Starting to look for an AMP.  Most likely solid state. I listen to R&R only, high 80's low 90's    Room 13x14 bathroom to one side hallway to another, normal furnishings, wood floors.  Speakers, Fritz carbon 7se bookshelf, SVS SB3000 Sub, Currently Peachtree amp 500 running system (not Bad)  Benchmark Dac 3B and LA-4 Benchmark Line Amp, Audiolab 6000 CD Transport, Everything Balanced, with the exception of the Transport. Stream Qobuz also. System sounds really good. Just looking for a TOP SHELF AMP.  Budget maybe 6-7 k new or used, (Less preferred)  Prefer new with warranty???  Have a ATI AMP 6002 in main system, in another room, much bigger room, and kicks ass, in every regard. Would like something different (maybe)  Current set up feels a little neutral, and analytical,   maybe looking for something a little warmer.  Have been looking at a used Pass Labs 250.8  for example     Maybe a little overkill though? Always a little nervous over tubes (scared even) Afraid of NOT ENOUGH JUICE to listen at my levels.  Very open to your suggestions. Thanks as always     Robert TN

robshaw
robshaw OP
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yyzantabarbara and ddafoe,   Thank u both for your input. I currently run in both my systems  The LA-4 pre amp, like it that much, Gain control is great and with a firm ware upgrade you can now see the volume level far away, which is nice (sit about 15' away in my triangle. I was tempted earlier to look at the AtmaSphere, but, after getting rid of my starter set of Peachtree class D, wanted to try something else.

I am really interested in your post about the Yggi +  will be looking at reviews etc shortly. My latest purchase, just ordered a pair of Tekton MOAB's with BE tweeter, and upgraded crossovers. Currently running Tekton DI's upgraded and LOVE THEM, may move them to my other system, will see. Will never sell them, for me and my rock and roll listening they are GREAT. Hoping that the MOABS are even better, HOPING!!!  Robert    Ps Thank you both for sharing your suggestions. This forum has helped me time and time again.

yyzsantabarbara
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@robshaw This was the reason I took a flyer on the Yggi+ Less is More DAC (my mistake it is not the worst measuring).

New Schiit Yggdrasil Blind Listening Comparison - Bits and Bytes - Audiophile Style

The reviewer has listened to tons of gear, so he has a good frame of reference. He also uses the same headphones as me and considers them as good as mega expensive 2-channel. I concur on that too, so I gave this review a lot of credence.

Though my headphone setup was better than the mega expensive setup he eventually went with. In a fit of mental instability, I sold my better setup and I am now going with an all-Schitt headphone setup (about 90% as good as what I sold).

I love this Schitt.

robshaw OP
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I listened to the review of the 3 schiit units. Very interesting, and somewhat confusing at the same time. More is less, less is more, and the top of the line OG, I think?  Will continue to look,and review, Thnaks

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j_andrews

Did you ever get the Van Alstine DVA M225 mono amps? I am VERY curious about those. THX
robshaw OP
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No I did not. I got a great deal on a Pass X-250.8    With my current system it runs in Class A all the time, sweet.  No regrets, and the great deal didn't hurt either, still a lot of money for me, cost of doing business I guess.. Good luck.

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