Hi all, first post and all that so hello...
I'll try to make a long story short.... I'm upgrading my RP1 and looked at options, finally deciding to audition a Planar 3 against the Planar 6 to see if it's worth spending more. This got me thinking about upgrading my Mira 3 for something with less of a laid-back presentation, with more lively but neutral characteristics. A new amp would have to partner well with my restored HB1's (new original replacement drivers and sentimental value means I'm not changing them).
The HiFi dealer I go to recommended auditioning the Elex-R as it'll fit my requirements, however I always liked the idea of Naim - herein lies the problem. This hifi dealer no longer stocks Naim (long story). Before I rack up miles finding places to get the right setup to audition the new XS3, do people have experience of comparing this (or the XS2) to the Elex-R? If so, what are the differences in sonic characteristics?
WH seems a tad biased when it comes to reviews of Naim gear IMHO.
I'm expecting subjective responses but that's all part of the fun!
I'll try to make a long story short.... I'm upgrading my RP1 and looked at options, finally deciding to audition a Planar 3 against the Planar 6 to see if it's worth spending more. This got me thinking about upgrading my Mira 3 for something with less of a laid-back presentation, with more lively but neutral characteristics. A new amp would have to partner well with my restored HB1's (new original replacement drivers and sentimental value means I'm not changing them).
The HiFi dealer I go to recommended auditioning the Elex-R as it'll fit my requirements, however I always liked the idea of Naim - herein lies the problem. This hifi dealer no longer stocks Naim (long story). Before I rack up miles finding places to get the right setup to audition the new XS3, do people have experience of comparing this (or the XS2) to the Elex-R? If so, what are the differences in sonic characteristics?
WH seems a tad biased when it comes to reviews of Naim gear IMHO.
I'm expecting subjective responses but that's all part of the fun!