Hi, first time post and a relative newbie to hi-fi equipment. Wondering what thoughts people have / recommendations for amps please.
I want to setup a hi-fi system for my average sized living room and i'm torn on which amp to get. I've bought a pair of Castle Acoustic Avon speakers from a friend which is the 1st part done. I don't have many CDs at present and no source equipment to date.
I've been looking at the Yamaha RN602 Network Reciever Amp (£340) as it seems to be a great option to include all my streaming needs (internet radio, spotify, and NAS connections). i can use it out of the box whilst i decide what other equipment i'll need. It has decent reviews and plenty of options for future expansion.
However, i've heard it's best to get a seperate amp and i'm able to pick up an open box new Marantz PM6006 for just over £300. Whilst i've read a few good reviews on this amp there are a few comments saying it's lacking in a few areas. Plus i'd have to buy a seperate network tuner and can't seem to find a good option other than the Yamaha CDN301 which also has a CD but not as fully loaded with features.
My gut tells me go with the RN602 but i'm nervous about not having a dedicated amp... such as the Marantz. i'd like to keep budget to £600-650 ish for Amp, Network Streamer and CD player if it's at all possible.
Any thoughts welcome or alternative options? what would you do?
Thanks in advance, Matt
I want to setup a hi-fi system for my average sized living room and i'm torn on which amp to get. I've bought a pair of Castle Acoustic Avon speakers from a friend which is the 1st part done. I don't have many CDs at present and no source equipment to date.
I've been looking at the Yamaha RN602 Network Reciever Amp (£340) as it seems to be a great option to include all my streaming needs (internet radio, spotify, and NAS connections). i can use it out of the box whilst i decide what other equipment i'll need. It has decent reviews and plenty of options for future expansion.
However, i've heard it's best to get a seperate amp and i'm able to pick up an open box new Marantz PM6006 for just over £300. Whilst i've read a few good reviews on this amp there are a few comments saying it's lacking in a few areas. Plus i'd have to buy a seperate network tuner and can't seem to find a good option other than the Yamaha CDN301 which also has a CD but not as fully loaded with features.
My gut tells me go with the RN602 but i'm nervous about not having a dedicated amp... such as the Marantz. i'd like to keep budget to £600-650 ish for Amp, Network Streamer and CD player if it's at all possible.
Any thoughts welcome or alternative options? what would you do?
Thanks in advance, Matt