- Oct 24, 2011
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Hi guys, Wondering if you could offer some of your expert advice to a first time buyer of separates?
I'd say my budget is £1,200 tops at the moment and I would maybe consider buying second hand to get more for my money. Amplifiers:- So far I've tried the Yamaha AS500 and the Rotel RA 05 SE and I am going to demo the Marantz PM6004 this week. The first one I tried was the Rotel at the recommendation of the shop and I did find it clear, warm and rounded. It was connected to a Rotel rcd 06 se and Monitor Audio Bronze BX5 speakers. In comparison, the Yamaha didn't seem to have the power and it was more digital sounding than the warmer sounding Rotel. Is there anything else I should be looking to try out? Also, is there much difference between the Marantz PM6003 and Pm6004? If I liked the Marantz I'd be inclined to pick up the PM6003 in the sale. Cd players:- Is it best to go with the matching brand cd player or are there good combinations out there that work well together? Speakers: - Considering Monitor Audio BX5, Tannoy V4 and Mision Mx3? Turntable: Only really looked at the Project stuff and Rega which was recommended by the shop. Im open to any ideas or views on these. Cheers! Andrew