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Modest Integrated to match with Klipsch RF-82's

Hello Guys and Gals. I've been playing around with some modestly priced integrateds to pair with my Klipsch RF-82's. I really like the Klipsch, they serve my type of taste well, electric blues, some classic rock(Tull, Moody Blues etc.) I tried an NAD 325 BEE and was really impressed frankly. Got the itch and currently have the Onkyo A9555. Two different animals in my book. NAD was dynamic. The Onkyo more laid back (refined?) and "softer" sounding to me. I'm open to suggestions. The Klipsch are very efficient so massive power is not an issue.
Thanks!
beernut
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beernut OP
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Interesting. Your opinion of the Onkyo is mirroring mine. I thought the "smoothness" I'd read about might tame the horns just a bit. Though these are the smoothest Klipsch I've yet heard. The little NAD seemed to have more "balls" for lack of a better term. My girlfriend liked it better too. I tried an arcam once but received a bad unit and didn't go back. I've considered the Audio Refinement Complete too, based upon reviews. I ive in an area where listening to different amps isn't possible so I rely on the good folks here for their input.
Thanks!
loomisjohnson
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beernut:
i better grasp where you're coming from. if you're soured on arcam, get a cambridge audio--i see their 65w units (i think the model is 640) for as little as $300 on these pages. very nice, neutral sounding piece--certainly more lively than the onkyo, probably not as forward or ballsy as the nad though a little more refined. it's a real safe pick and won't be too bright for your klipsches.
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beernut OP
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Can't condemn the Arcams, the only one I tried went sour. I'm playing in the $500.00 range, that way I don't tie up lots of cash. I had looked at the Cambridge then saw they have a new line out. That's an interesting option. I appreciate the input.
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beernut OP
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Ok, I sprung for a Cambridge 640. I also have an offer to buy an Arcam Alpha 8 I think. I may just hold a shoot-off with the Onkyo A9555. Hate to tie up the $$ but it could make for some fun on these cold NY nights.
loomisjohnson
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cool. please let us know the results. klipsches are quirky, so it'll be interesting to see the synergy with the different amps.
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