Recent content by AgedMuso

  1. AgedMuso

    Finding a new friend

    Thanks for your replies @nopiano, @rainsoothe ... I'll let you know what I decide...
  2. AgedMuso

    Finding a new friend

    Just to round out this thread... after a Covid-impacted attempt to audition the Sa30, the M3SI the Naim Atom, and the 6000n, I ended up buying the Naim. I also got very lucky and managed to get it at a price below the mid point of my price range. Thank you to all who contributed to this...
  3. AgedMuso

    Finding a new friend

    Thanks Rainsoothe. A last observation: nobody has stuck up for the CXA81/CXN V2... Could be that everyone feels there's already enough cheerleading in that direct from WhatHiFi et al, but perhaps there's something else... ... ...
  4. AgedMuso

    Finding a new friend

    Thank you all for your suggestions and insights. I'll be auditioning the ARCAM SA30, and the two Musical Fidelity amps, and the Audiolab 6000n. I'm a little bit sceptical that, as streaming/file protocols evolve, one may find oneself having to upgrade to keep up with the streaming technology...
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    Finding a new friend

    Hi everyone, and thanks in advance to whoever reads and responds. My very long serving and much loved Kenwood KA-3020 has finally given up the ghost, and I find myself need to replace it. I have a budget of £1400-2000 with which I'm looking to buy an integrated amp and a music streamer which...