Have you heard of EMOTIVA?

I have the Emotiva DMC-1 pre/pro and the MPS-1 7 channel amp. They are a great value and are neutral sounding. But they are limited by their respective design compromises. I suspect the NAD had more high current capability and hence the smoother sound.

I had their LMC-1/LPA-1 combo and then the DMC-1/MPS-1 combo. Good components for the price but don't expect miracles. I have since moved on from these products but friends and family members still have their LMC-1/LPA-1 combo.

Kenobi

i've had emotiva amps before... i would get them for HT due to the nice bass, but not for music, they are not musical at all, the midrange is uninvolving/dull, among many other things

I second the HT vote. Great for that purpose. That being said, so is my $500 Onkyo receiver :)

"..That being said, so is my $500.00 Onkyo receiver:)"

I am considering order the pairs od UPA1's for FM radio listening but I have never had gut to do so. I feel safer with Rotel, Parasound and Adcom for non-critical listening.

Your message is well received.