First System Amp . . .


evolving into Second System. My trusty Adcom 545mkII just died. It serviced Energy A5+2 speakers; an Adcom 500mkII serviced it. I won't describe the cdp source (embarassing); a remedy is in the works but not final. So where do I go from here? Any suggestions on a good replacement amp (there are SO many to choose from)? I'm looking for about the same power but perhaps a bit warmer sound. Thanks.
webnick
I would have to second the aragon, i have owned the 4004mkII, which I acquired from this site, for about 2 years now and the only thing that would make me consider selling it is maybe an upgrade to the 8008 series. I've just been very happy with the way my music sounds. And I agree, it is much more musical than the adcom amps as I remember from auditioning them both a few years ago when I was shopping. ANd the dual mono design puts out as much power as any speaker could want (400 watts into my 4 ohm thiels! or 200 into 8ohms). It really is a great deal at $800 and the 8008 is only about 50% more.
good luck
My belief for a first system amp is a amp that is < $500. Start off with a Acurus, Adcom, or Rotel. You will be happy and if you expirence the need for more spend more but please start with an amp less than $500. Enjoy.
What you're going to do with your broken one?
Send me a note, since I buy broken equipment and fix it(finally I built my home lab!).

After your old Adcom Bryston 3b-st used will be the very valuable upgrade. It has better current delivery capabilities and sounds more relaxed and detailed.
Thanks, folks. I'll investigate the Aragon, Rotel, McIntosh, Bryston and B&K. They all sound good.