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Newbie -- expert thoughts on PA2400 vs GFA5400?

Hi,

I have a relatively simple system:
1) Pre-amp: Anthem AVM2 (although I've been using a Nakamichi AV8 as the pre-amp / processor and I'm actually quite pleased with it. Surprisingly, despite the MSRP price difference, to my ears given my set up, I think the Nak results in a better experience).
2) Amp: Adcom GFA-5400
3) Source: Sony CDP-X111ES CD player
4) Speakers: KEF C75

Question: a Harman Kardon PA2400 is available. Any thoughts on this amp over my GFA-5400? I'm pretty happy with the way the Adcom sounds (it's one made in Japan). But sometimes, I wonder if a little extra headroom would make for better sound.

At $250, would the PA2400 (also made in Japan) be a good replacement? Or will it unlikely give me anything better given my current setup (ie - limitations)?
saru
saru OP
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Hi folks,

Thanks for the great advice. This helps a lot and is probably saving me much needed funds. Thanks for helping me not waste funds for what likely would have been a lateral purchase at best.

It's small room so perhaps what I have now is sufficient.
timrhu
2,779 posts
 
I meant to make a simple suggestion if you want to compare the sound between HK and Adcom. Pick up a PA2200 on ebay, I got mine for $105, and listen. It's an inexpensive experiment.
rlwainwright
1,904 posts
 
If you can snag an H/K Signature 2.1 for $500, do it! It is a very high-current design and sounds marvelous. You could easily use that amp for a year and then sell it for what you paid...

Happy New Year!!

-RW-
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