Matching a amplifier to speakers
Hello.
I had a thread a while back on picking a amp for my system.
It was suggested that I pick my speakers first as to not make a costly error.
I ’am back now that I have bought a set of speakers.
Just to reiterate my currant modest system is as follows,
Auralic Vega g1 streamer/dac
Rega p6 turntable with exact cartridge
Nackimichi CD player
McIntosh MX110 tuner/preamp
Adcom GFA-545 power amp
My currant speakers are Polk M10’s
The new to me speakers are Dynaudio Focus 360’s
I listen to 70% rock,pop,and blues and 30% jazz and classical
My listening space is 13x20
My budget is 5000 or less.
I have read that these speakers need a lot of currant and a good amount of watts to sound there best.
I would like to go ss if possible,as my preamp is fairly warm sounding,but I’am open to suggestions.
Since I have been looking at audio gear and buying a couple new items,I have tried to re-evaluate my listing habits and goals.
I have a general habit of starting each listening session with a known favorite at modest volume,and see where that takes me.
Sometimes I do get inspired to crank some loud rock for maybe 20 minutes,and then return to regular programming.
Since getting tidal and a streamer,I have rediscovered the joy’s of exploring unfamiliar territories.
I say this to try to express my need to have a amplifier that can do rock,yet have the ability to check out new styles with clarity,and accuracy required.
I know it would be a good idea to go to a bunch of audio shops and shows ,but I'am probably not going to do that .
I will most likely narrow it down to a couple,then go check them out.
Thank you.
@twangy57 you’ve gotten some good suggestions so far. I don’t hoe you could go wrong with a Pass Labs amp. Some solid state amps that I suggest pair well with Dynaudio speakers include amps from Moon, Primare and Plinius, and can be found used for reasonable prices. The comment on impedance matching is important no mayter what you choose. kn |
ditusaI looked at the schiit tyre,but it has a input impedance of 47k. I'am looking for something near 100k or more as Mcintosh recommends for my MX110 tuner/pre-amp thanks |
I have been looking at the spec’s on many of amps recommended here,and few have a high enough input impedance to work well with my mx110. McIntosh states a 40k output on the mx110,and a minimum 100k input on the amp it is to be going into. The Parasound Halo 21+ comes close at 84k unbalanced . The Rogue Audio stereo 100 is 200k I was trying to go solid state for less maint.,heat and tighter bass. Would the Rogue st-100 have enough power for my speakers(Dynaudio focus 360 4ohm)? Would the 84k input impedance on the Parasound be alright with my Mac mx110? I’am wondering if the older Conrad Johnson 350sa,could be repaired if needed down the road? Thanks
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@twangy57 I might suggest this: I have no connection to this seller, just seems like it would fit the bill. kn |
