Cypher:If you can get the Rotel RA-05 I would do it. I had the PM 7001, now I have the RA-04. The PM7001 has 70 watts/8ohm and the RA-04/05 40 watts/8ohm but the Rotel sounds a lot more powerful. I could not believe how much better the RA-04 sounded when I got it.
When u say 'better' does it mean it's better in terms of clarity, dynamics, rythm and speed? good tempo and speed of bass is what I like + smooth midrange and sparkling highs that is not too bright...a sound that makes your foot tapping
Is Rotel RA-04 considered to be more neutral than PM7001? I'm also tempted to try Marantz CD6002/ RA-05 + MS Mezzo 2. I'm not sure how this combi will sound because it's impossible for me to audition this setup unless I will buy the RA-05 then bring it to the dealer that carries Mezzo 2 and CD6002 .. Anyone can please comment on this combi?
I just heard the Marantz CD6002/ PM7001 + MS Mezzo 2 and I loved it
*but* still wondering if Mezzos are going to be much better with the RA-05....
TIA