If this is how you feel then that seems to point to the match being good. Both being Audiolab, and gain-matched at 29db. So far so good.I feel sure it will work with the 6000a
And then you add this!? So it's not logical but it's good? The OP then comes away feeling that it's "not good enough" but that doesn't seem to be what you said. And if the OP was at a point in his journey that meant that he was still very happy with the Integrated but want to add a step up or..?as I have said before simply using an integrated amp as a preamp isn't very logical.
With specific regard to the Audiolab 6000A (manual easily viewable online) are you stating that, by using it as a PRE, the DAC is not available to use in an 6000A'PRE'/8300XP setup? The company supplied literature does not suggest this at all. I'm not trying to catch anybody out here. Just looking for a truthful, knowledgeable answer.a bit like buying an amp with an inbuilt DAC that you have no intention of using
So, money-centric. Ok. Yes, one could sell/trade-in an i-amp but, forgetting the likes of e-bay-you-pay-your-money-you-take-your-chance, going to a shop continues to be a major p.i.t.a.. No selling here. Just buying, regardless of your take on economics.purely based on economics
...When not talking about "output power for the sake of pure loudness" (db), but more "powerful amplification for better control over the sound" (the same as you may get from, say, a Class A with a constant higher output to better control the various aspects of sound from properly driven and controlled speakers), would an Audiolab 6000A in Pre Mode, with an attached Audiolab 8300XP have better control (tighter, cleaner, punchier bass. expansive mids. more sibilant treble.. honestly, knock yourself out with your choice of adjectives here) over the speakers and as such better control over the sound (at whatever db you intend to listen at?
That's the trouble with forums on the 'net. If we were all in a pub having this discussion then it'd be a bunch of mates having a laugh, roasting each other over the merits of each other's stance. I'm very old school; if I'm asking questions and trying to look for answers then nobody has any reason to suspect 'foul play' or 'trolling' unless I specifically start being directly mean. I shouldn't have to add smilies after ever sentence just to come across as 'nice'. I am nice. I'm a nice person.Your post seemed unnecessarily combative to me (apologies if I misinterpret) and his response was reasonable. I like 'reasonable'!
Nice use of a smilie to indicate that you are a nice, well meaning guy but I really don't think that the OP got what he was asking for. And neither have I because there's a lot of dodging going on, and nothing in the way of factual answering.Perhaps deliberately misreading what I say is getting more common these days.
Obviously the OP has understood what is meant.
Also would it work well paired with an Audiolab 6000a set to pre amp mode?
using an integrated amp as a preamp isn't very logical.
I had a feeling the 6000a wouldnt be good enough.
I addressed that a few posts back.In fact, I'd welcome other people's input. Not picking on Al' at all.
I have already address your concerns. There are no 'bad guys' here.Your post seemed unnecessarily combative to me (apologies if I misinterpret)
Spending time reading, searching for answers, re-wording questions so as to convey a better understanding of what is meant; this isn't even close to throwing my weight around. You said it yourself, I'm new to this forum. I have no 'weight'.Your manner really isn't helping. As a newcomer, the onus is on you to assess the lie of the land, rather than throw your weight around from the off.
If you have questions you would like answered the best way to do it is to start your own thread. Please feel free to do so as the forum can be a very helpful place.I have already address your concerns. There are no 'bad guys' here.
Spending time reading, searching for answers, re-wording questions so as to convey a better understanding of what is meant; this isn't even close to throwing my weight around. You said it yourself, I'm new to this forum. I have no 'weight'.
What is apparent is the baggage that other forum members bring to the table. I'm just here asking questions but until now...
I have to say, no word of a lie and without a hint of sarcasm, thank you ever so much for attempting an honest reply. It doesn't address nearly anywhere near the questions that I've asked but it is a start.
Thank you @12th Monkey .