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I'm getting my Wharfedale 220s here in Taiwan for a reasonable price, but most audiophile quality components here are horribly overpriced. The 220s are probably reasonable because they are an older but originally very popular model. Nothing in much of the world can compare to the low prices...

I will continue to research further, but it does appear that these Denon and Marantz are considered by many to be the gold standard for warmish amps at my desired price range. Thanks again, Tessie.

Yes, Tessie, I should have said Emotiva BassX A2 mini, not the A2, as the A2 would be overkill for my limited needs. The A2 mini should power my Whardedale 220s just fine though I would think. It looks to have a clearer sound, and be considerably cheaper than the Denon PMA 600NE as well, I...

Right, thank you, Al ears. As I'm doing research, there is one more amplifier that I'm particularly interested in at the moment, which is the Emotiva BassX A2 or A2 mini. I wonder if anyone has any knowledge on these, especially as compared to the Denon PMA 600NE. Cheapmanaudio did a comparison...

Thank you both, Revolutions and Tessie. I will continue to do research. Right now, the best deal for me appears to be the Denon PMA 600-NE, as I can get it with free shipping from Amazon. It is 45 watts at 8 ohms. I only wonder if that would be enough to power my Wharfedale 220s at low volume...

Thank you, Tessie. I will investigate the Marantz PM 6007 as a choice. The thing is, the 220s are said to have a relatively slow bass response and so are not ideal for rock. I read that, therefore, I should look for an amp that is fairly dynamic. So I guess I'm looking for an amp that is both...

I need an amplifier for my new Wharfedale Diamond 220s. I will be using the speakers on my desk at near field, hooked up only to my laptop, and in a small room at relatively low volume. I listen to mostly rock music. I prefer a warm sound. However, I live in a small apartment with thin walls, so...

Thank you, Al ears. Now I know that idea is not going to work. Easiest thing would be to just see if my Fosi T20 can power the speakers for awhile. Have to play them at very low volume in my small apartment anyway. Then take it from there. If the Denon goes on a big sale during Black Friday, I...

I don't know if the speakers are too bright yet as I don't have them. I read and watched videos about them very carefully. They are said to be slightly warm. but my rented apartments will be very bright. Yes, I think the Denon would be a great choice except for the size and weight. I don't ship...

Novice here. Getting my new Wharfedale Diamond 220 in the mail in a few weeks. I have a very small and bright apartment. I also have tinnitus, so am sensitive to too much treble. I am considering a cheap AB amp with warm emphasis, but since I move around from country to country a lot, a much...