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Monitor Audio RX6

I recently purchased a pair of Monitor Audio RX6 and center channel speakers. I am looking for recommendations for a good receiver and 3 channel power amplifier that would match well with them. I was considering either the Marantz 7007 or Yamaha 3020. I've read on many websites that Onkyo is not a good match due to being too bright??...whatever that means. I have no idea where to start with the power amplifier. I was considering the Emotiva XPA-3. Not sure that is a good match. The wife and I really enjoy 50/50 movies and music. Smooth Jazz, Blues, Mild Rock, Classical, R&B.

I have to admit, I am so impressed with these speakers. Just a beautiful sound!!

Thanks for your help.

Cheers,
Rapier
rapier77
rlwainwright
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The Emo amp is very good for the money. Or you might investigate the new Sherbourn 8100 receiver, on-sale right now. Both Emotiva and Sherbourn are owned by parent company Jade Designs...

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english210
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I tried responding to this 3 times at work..must not like that computer...

I don't know your speakers, but the 'brightness' tendency you read about is real. Yamaha is that way. I had a Yamaha AVR running a Yamaha outboard amp, powering Infinity Speakers with a ribbon-style tweeter. The highs got harsh and almost uncomfortable at higher volumes. Replacing the amp with an Odyssey Stratos, even though it was rated at the same 150wpc as the Yamaha, took away the harshness, and brought out a whole new sound quality in the Infinitys. I now don't have any need of my subwoofer when listening to 2 channel, and the highs are now smoother and far less fatiguing.
Emo amps are known for bang for buck, but I also read they can be 'bright', so depending on your speakers, and personal preference, that may be something to be cautious of. Someone who knows your Monitor's would have to weigh inm I can't help there. The other factors are room size and the environment - hard surfaces, little furniture? Soft carpet, over-stuffed couches? Those factors will effect your sound as well.
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bo1972
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I would use a Onkyo. Why? very simple, because Onkyo and Monitor Audio can give a deep stage. This makes your stage bigger. Yamaha and marantz are both 2-dimensional brands. This means there is almost no depth or maximum of 1 metre. Onkyo has a more sharp focus compared to the brands which are mentioned.
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