I am thinking of buying a audio research 100.2 amp . I am driving monitor audio silver 8 speakers and want a nice warm sound . Is the audio research a good amp @ only 100 watts per channel , or should i step up to a parasound a21 ?
The reason I was hoping to incorporate my Marantz is because I don't have a dedicated listening room and use h/t and music listening from the same system
Yes NAD really! Never said it was in the same league as the ARC! I know; I use to own the 100.2. Just helping the OP do some research and consider different avenues. Don't forget, he doesn't have a preamp so buying a stellar amp may not make sense at this time. I've heard NAD driving Vandersteen 2's and Treos. You'd be shocked perhaps at the great sound being put out by them. Wouldn't want the NAD long term with the Vandys, but it's a testament to their overachieving ability. There is certainly nothing wrong with the Creek and Rega integrateds for a long term solution with the Monitor Audio speakers. May also want to check out the new Belles Aria or Soloist 1. By the way, I've owned all of these mentioned except for the Aria. Good luck nesto179!
@nesto719....what kind of budget do you have in mind? Do you plan on hanging onto the MA for awhile? What percentage of music vs movies (h/t)? This will help. Thanks.
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