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What's my best upgrade options

Hello Audiogon forum,

I have an opportunity to upgrade something, but I'm unsure what the best option would be.  I just got a pair of Magico A5s, and they were a huge upgrade to my system.  I think what I'm looking for is more clarity, more crystal clear detail, maybe lower noise floor, if that makes sense.  I have an ARC Ref 150, PS audio BHK pre and stellar phono pre.  My sources are a Rega P3 with an older Ortofon MC 30 and a Cary audio CD500 cd player.  My cables are a mix of whatever I got from a dealer buying complete systems a long time ago, and some i've bought since.  I also have a surge protector I run everything thru, except the amp, I run it directly into the wall.

My options are a PS audio power conditioner, a rega P6 with newer ortofon MC cartridge, maybe a PS audio CD player or jay's audio CD player.  I could also get better speaker cable, and / or XLRs.

Thanks y'all.  1st post!

dothebluecolts
dr-boop
97 posts
 

DAC!

willy-t
173 posts
 

Honestly all your  components are capable of crystal clear spud

i would recommend looking at vibration control

This has a great impact on clarity

vibration control takes the fuzz off the sound and your left 

clear music 

Good luck Willy-T

bbarten
76 posts
 

I'd say a good digital source or power conditioning depending on how your utilities are.  A new source is a little more fun, right?  But power conditioning would give your system a good foundation.

dayglow
2,070 posts
 

The Magico A5 is the strength of your current system build around them. The cartridge and CD player appear to be the weak link, as for cables keep the speaker cables/IC’s from the same brand. IMO Nordost cables adjust to the component to bring out the strengths while adding very little coloration. Finally find out what electronics have the best synergy with the A5.

oldaudiophile
347 posts
 

Just another two cents:  If vinyl is your jam and Rega P6 is about where your budget price point is, take a serious look at the Mofi TT's (i.e.  more bang for your buck).  Also, if you don't already have a record cleaning system I would seriously consider one (i.e.  ultrasonic).

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