The best and most sophisticated piece of test equipment is your two ears. Develop them.
Narrow it down to 3 or 4 CD's to use in selecting componets. One with a piano, one with violins, maybe a James Taylor CD (try to get his voice right!), and one you just love. Use these same ones everytime you audition. Don't get analytial, just ask youself if this component draws you in more.
Amp and speaker matching is very important but start with the speaker. It has to fit the room.
Good luck.
Narrow it down to 3 or 4 CD's to use in selecting componets. One with a piano, one with violins, maybe a James Taylor CD (try to get his voice right!), and one you just love. Use these same ones everytime you audition. Don't get analytial, just ask youself if this component draws you in more.
Amp and speaker matching is very important but start with the speaker. It has to fit the room.
Good luck.