PS Audio A-100 compared to Bel Canto S300

Thanks Tweak1 and Kenobi for your thoughts.

I have looked at the W4S amps and they are on my short list. I believe the NHT has different ICE modules than the S300 but not 100% sure. From what I have read on AVS the implementation on the NHT is not as good as many of the current ICE module based amps.

I looked at the Nuforce and the there is a pair of 9.02s here for $900.00. Are these the V2s? From my brief reading of a few reviews of the 9.02s was the issue of noise in certain applications. I do not have a FM tuner so that would not be an issue though.

Thanks again, Bill

Hi Bill,

The NuForce Ref 9V2 should take noise out of the question. No, the 9.02s for $900 is not the Version 2 (V2). It was an earlier model derived from the V1 board.

If you can swing it, I definitely recommend the V2 as I heard them both and am confident the V2 is worth the surcharge. Last saw a pair on Agon for $1500.

That said, the Ref 9.02 @ $900 is a great deal w/ upgraded WBT Nextgen connectors. If you don't like it, you can resell at minimal loss if any. Also, NuForce provides excellent customer service.

Good luck,

Kenobi

Bill,

If you're inclined, the MCH series of Nuforce amps are all equipped with the V2 boards. I just got confirmation from their VP, Casey Ng. It is great for both stereo as well as HT application. In my case, I have the MCH3SE-C7.

Best regards,

Kenobi