For starters my system to date is.......
Cambridge Audio Topaz AM5 Amp.
Pioneer PL-300 vintage turnable connected via a Art DJ Pre II phono preamp
Yamaha KX-493 Cassette Deck
JVC XLV-284 Vintage 1996 CD player
JBL Control One Speakers.
I have recently replaced the speakers with Boston Acoustics A25 which are a massive improvement over the JBL's. However, I reckon I can get more out of them by upgrading my amplifier as there seems to be little respect for the CA Topaz range of amps. I also need to replace the CD player as it sounds incredibly harsh and the A25's only serve to make it sound worse than the JBL's for some reason. I'm happy with the turnatble and cassette deck ( for now!)
So; can somebody recommend a decent "mid-fi" amp and CD player to compliment the A25's. I have seen the following amps during my internet research which are within my price range.
Cambridge Audio Azur 351a
Pioneer A-20
Sansui SAP 201v
Yamaha A-S500
Many of these have good sale prices at the moment so now is a good time to buy.
As for CD players I wouldn't even know where to begin.
I should point out that I am an analogue enthusiast so digital capabilities aren't a neccessary requirement in an amplifier. I should also point out that I am on a budget so £1000 suggestions would be a definite no-no if I want to stay married.
Many Thanks in advance.
Cambridge Audio Topaz AM5 Amp.
Pioneer PL-300 vintage turnable connected via a Art DJ Pre II phono preamp
Yamaha KX-493 Cassette Deck
JVC XLV-284 Vintage 1996 CD player
JBL Control One Speakers.
I have recently replaced the speakers with Boston Acoustics A25 which are a massive improvement over the JBL's. However, I reckon I can get more out of them by upgrading my amplifier as there seems to be little respect for the CA Topaz range of amps. I also need to replace the CD player as it sounds incredibly harsh and the A25's only serve to make it sound worse than the JBL's for some reason. I'm happy with the turnatble and cassette deck ( for now!)
So; can somebody recommend a decent "mid-fi" amp and CD player to compliment the A25's. I have seen the following amps during my internet research which are within my price range.
Cambridge Audio Azur 351a
Pioneer A-20
Sansui SAP 201v
Yamaha A-S500
Many of these have good sale prices at the moment so now is a good time to buy.
As for CD players I wouldn't even know where to begin.
I should point out that I am an analogue enthusiast so digital capabilities aren't a neccessary requirement in an amplifier. I should also point out that I am on a budget so £1000 suggestions would be a definite no-no if I want to stay married.
Many Thanks in advance.