Need an amp upgrade suggestion..... But not the usual upgrade request :-)


I am looking to upgrade my amp.  I want to avoid some of the back and forth so here are the details:

Room-14x16 some acoutsic treatment

Speakers B&W 705S2

Gustard R26 R2R DAC (Plenty of gain to drive w/out a pre amp) (No physical media)

2x REL T/5x subs

I like some volume as I am partially hearing deficient.  (just old)

I would prefer something mainstream and not some obscure brand wise. 

What say the pros?

Ah thought I forgot :-) Budget is $4K USD.

Thanks in advance!!

sholladay

What amp are you using now, and what specific improvements are you looking for?

You are going to get a lot of suggestions and opinions on what class, brand, etc. you should go with. You can buy these for as much as 30% off the retail price with a trade in. I have a pair of these in one of my audio rooms and would not even consider anything else under 7K over these. I own many amps.  Yes, they are that good! They offer 30 day no questions asked free trials and the best customer service I have experienced from any audio company in over 40 years.  They are voiced "beautifully and to perfection". M700 Amplifier – PS Audio

Start with the speakers. B&W are seldom referred to as,"musical" or "engaging".