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Best Power amps in $7000 range

It seems impossible to narrow down all the good choices. I feel overwhelmed because I want to purchase a 300-400w amp in the $7000 range and there are so many options. I want it to be my last power amp purchase for at least the next 20 years. I've considered Bryston, Classe, Mcintosh, and Parasound. This list is compiled of components I can purchase locally. Any thoughts or impressions on any of these? I've heard bryston in the past and thought they sounded kind of bright, it could've been the setup thought. I currently am using a Classe CA-300 and really like it but I want to replace it due to age. I have no experience with parasound or Mcintosh.
fruff1976
oem
91 posts
 
fruff1976> I didnt read all the posts but did you mention the speakers you are driving and the room dimensions.it would be beneficial to know the output from your source and the gain and output impedance of your line stage.
fruff1976 OP
103 posts
 
I'm using Usher cp-6371's in an approx. 550sq/ft rectangular room. The pre-amp is a rogue metis.
oem
91 posts
 
Further question.did you get the Metis with phono stage.If so what is the output of the cartridge ?
fruff1976 OP
103 posts
 
I did get the metis with phono, but I did have this problem before I bought it with a matching Classe cp-35
dne
141 posts
 
Fruff, I didn't mean to be difficult in my last posts above. I understand that it can be overwhelming but I think you are putting a lot of pressure on yourself, esp. when you say you want it to be your amp for the next 20 years. Thinking that makes it real difficult. As you have noted, if an amp is not to your liking, you can always sell it. But, I don't think you can go wrong with any of the choices you have listed. I prefer Pass Labs and know it will satisfy
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