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    Integrated Amp for KEF Q300

    Hi guys, Someone in the store recommended the Yamaha rx-v481bl for $400 and it seems to get good reviews online. 5.1 capability, apparently 140w per speaker output (read that the kef q300 take 120wmax), wireless casting and 4k pass through. I tried to educate myself online but am still not...
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    Integrated Amp for KEF Q300

    Thanks! Sounds like this is trickier than I thought. Am still searching for a store that has the q300s with different amps hooked up so I can explore. What other amps have you guys tried with the q300s, any pros/cons?
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    Integrated Amp for KEF Q300

    Thanks guys, I am inferring from your posts that amp quality varies by speaker combo so it's important to pick the right amp specifically for the Q300. As another criterion, did you guys find any quality issues with casting over bluetooth, airplay, google cast or an external chromecast? I will...
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    Integrated Amp for KEF Q300

    Hi guys, After some advice, I picked up the KEF Q300 on sale today ($400 in white - check it out if anyone is interested. Q100 on sale also). Am doing homework on what amp is appropriate, but I don't understand the technicals yet and know new deals/amps keep coming out.. so wanted to tap into...
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    Building a system (LS50?)

    Thanks a ton for all the shared experience (and thanks David). Biggest bottleneck sounds like it's using a laptop as a source, despite spending $1k on an amp. Agree? Could someone share, or point me to, a more technical explanation? Curious if i) laptops power output could sufficiently...
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    Building a system (LS50?)

    Hey guys, Am looking into a setup around the KEF LS50's after hearing my friend's Q100. Am one to enjoy the details in a sound and have been managing with the M-Audio AV40's so far (apart from Sennheiser IE80 and HD280 headphones). * Lifetime partner is what I'm looking for * Eyes on KEF...