I would like to upgrade my amp in the near future to something than can really step up from my 2003 Rotel RA-02. I tried a Marantz PM6005 and it was a side step, maybe even a backwards step. To me the Rotel was more entertaining and energetic. The only plus it had over the Rotel was it had more features (i.e Digital inputs) but that is low on my list of priorities. What I would like is 5 analogue inputs, a phono stage would be good and a more detailed and neutral sound, the Rotel is good for the money but I know I can do better.
The rest of my system is a Marantz CD6004, Pro-Ject Debut II turntable & Dali Zensor 3 speakers (or some vintage B&O S35 if I fancy a change and want to listen to classic vinyl!). The only thing I am really attached to is the Dali's, but I know upgrading is a slippery slope.
My shortlist so far is:
- Meridian 551
- Roksan Kandy LIII
- Rega Brio 3 (or a Rega Brio-R if I found a bargain)
I know I should demo some really but buying 2nd hand it is harder to do back to back comparisons. I have heard a Meridian 551 and 506 CD player combo through some Mission 751 speakers and it sounded superb, it just sounded so neutral and relaxed, spacious with all of the instruments laid out in front of you and subtle nuances I had never noticed before. It was gorgeous!
Can anyone else recommend anything else, or where to buy 2nd hand, other than eBay!
The rest of my system is a Marantz CD6004, Pro-Ject Debut II turntable & Dali Zensor 3 speakers (or some vintage B&O S35 if I fancy a change and want to listen to classic vinyl!). The only thing I am really attached to is the Dali's, but I know upgrading is a slippery slope.
My shortlist so far is:
- Meridian 551
- Roksan Kandy LIII
- Rega Brio 3 (or a Rega Brio-R if I found a bargain)
I know I should demo some really but buying 2nd hand it is harder to do back to back comparisons. I have heard a Meridian 551 and 506 CD player combo through some Mission 751 speakers and it sounded superb, it just sounded so neutral and relaxed, spacious with all of the instruments laid out in front of you and subtle nuances I had never noticed before. It was gorgeous!
Can anyone else recommend anything else, or where to buy 2nd hand, other than eBay!