PARADIGM REFERENCE SPEAKERS

I've owned a pair of Studio 60's for over a year now. They have been driven by a Denon receiver, a NAD 2400 power amp, and B&K AV6000 multi-channel power amp. With the separates I used both a Rotel and a B&K A/V preamp. I wanted something that was involving and enjoyable to listen to on a variety of material (from classical and jazz to rock). Ultimately, I found the B&K pre- and power amps to be the best match for the Sudio 60's. Although I haven't auditioned them, I would suggest that you listen to the Odyssey Audio Stratos power amp. And, as I always do, I encourage you to audition several pre- and power amps before making a decision.

Thank you all for your replys on your PARADIGM REFERENCE SPEAKER experience.
johnny7

In regards to jeades comments, let it be known if he's only heard the 100s with the componets he mentioned...he ain't heard nothing. I managed a store that was a Paradigm dealer and we would always hook them up to our best gear. These speakers sound as good as anything under 5K, but you'll only know that when you hook them up to top quality gear. Without breaking the bank a McCORMACK DNA 125 and the Audible Iluusions mod3a made owners of systems costing double weep.

Listen to longplate. The Audible/MCcormack combo rocks. The Quicksilver preamp for even less cash is also incredibly musical. The DNA 225 from MCcormack is great also with the 100's. The 100's also seem to like higher end Audioquest speaker cables.

I purchased a pair of Studio 60's when the REFERENCE line first appeared several years ago. I am presently running them with an Adcom 545II and a Theta Digital Pre Basic II. Due to limited funds my system is probably a little strange,but it works for me(you know the deal, buying what you can when you can). I find every aspect of the audio picture that these speakers presents to be in contention with speakers costing three and four times the price. If your musical tastes lean towards classical and jazz Paradigm Reference speakers are probably this best speakers on the market for under 4k.