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Amplifier Match For Paradigm Signature S8 & C5 V.3

Hi all!

I just started to upgrade my current Paradigm studio  system to contain all Paradigm Signature v.3 speakers.

I'm wondering if I should be running different amps to bring out the true potential of these speakers. I'm currently running triple Emotiva XPA-1 monoblocks to the front soundstage. 

Would switching to a different brand / style power amp make a noticeable different with my setup.

I have been happy with the Emotiva's for a few years now, its just I notice comments every once in a while saying people switched from Emotiva to another brand amplifier and now their speakers sound "so much better"  Who agrees with this?

P.S. I originally had my Anthem MCA-2 hooked up to my Studio 100's. Then I purchased a new Emotiva XPA-2 and did an A/B.  I thought the Emotiva sounded better than the Anthem in every way. The Monoblocks took it up another notch to.  

Thoughts? 

Current System.
Mains - Paradigm Studio 100 V.3's
Center - Paradigm SIGNATURE C5 V.3 (just replaced my CC-690 V.5 (for sale)
Rears - Paradigm ADP 450 V.3
Heights - Paradigm 65R PRO x 4
Subwoofers - Dual Paradigm Seismic 12's

Amplifiers
Emotiva XPA-1 Monoblocks X 3 (One to each of the towers and center)
Anthem MCA-2 (powering the rear surrounds)
Emotiva BasX-700 (powering the heights)

Processor
Anthem AVM-60

Source
OPPO-203 HD


krazystang

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krazystang OP
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Thanks for the Replies so far guys!

I agree, I am and have been on the look out for some Signature S8 V.3's for a while now, as I feel that would be the biggest noticeable upgrade to my current system.

New speakers are also an option down the line, but currently I want to test the Signature series from Paradigm out.



As far as room treatment, I do not. System is located in a 20' x 24' room with 9 ft ceilings. Room is open to the kitchen also (just blocked by a half wall).

I actually ran Anthem's ARC room correction immediately after purchasing my new Anthem AVM-60 processor. I honestly was not impressed and am currently running my system WITHOUT the Arc file. I went the oldschool radio shack DB meter and feel it netted better results. Not sure why , I believe i did everything correct.

Any ideas on initial room treatment ideas?

Also, thoughts on the Parasound A31 to run my front soundstage avhifidelity?




krazystang OP
3 posts
 
I have not Maplegrovemusic. I'm only familiar with the Anthem MCA series.

However, the P2 would run the towers, but what would i get for the center channel?  Or would I have to get the P5?
krazystang OP
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Thats a great idea! Start with the 21 and then grab a 31 to complete the 5 channels.  A used mint A31 just sold today for 1850.
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