Thanks so much Internetmin. Your insights are great and the article was perfect since it used Revel and Lexicon. And it led to another helpful article. I'm also glad to know you used Marantz with your M22s. I really and happy with the sound I'm getting out of my Marantz SR-18 - but don't want to miss-out if I'm neglecting the M22's capabilities.
Meridian G95 Class D amp with my Revel M22s?
I'm confused and need help. I'm thrilled with my recent purchase of Revel M22s (accompanied by a Revel C12 center, S30 surrounds and Sunfire Junior sub) as part of my home 5.1 theatre system. I listen mostly to 5.1 concert DVDs. A few people have advised that I should consider upgrading from my Marantz SR-18 receiver to get the most of my Revel system.
I have a $2,000 - $2,500 budget for a used receiver or amp/preamp combo. I'm looking at Meridian's G95 class D surround receiver w/built-in DVD player. I can't seem to find information (which I can understand in laymen's terms) on the advantages/disadvantages of class D amps. I know they're more efficient than A, B and AB amps - and, therefore, take-up less space (which is a consideration for me). I also see that class D amps have a few disadvantages like distortion. But then again I've read that the disadvantages can be overcome with the right approach. What I can't find is whether or not Meridian has overcome the class D disadvantages. I also wonder if the Meridian has enough current to drive my Revel speakers. The Meridian alternative seems to be a Krell Showcase amp/preamp combo - but I'd like to minimize space if possible. I'm willing to do my homework, but can't find information which explains all this in laymen's terms. Sooo - I'm confused. Any suggestions on either reading material or YOUR OWN expertise and alternative recommendations would be EXTREMELY appreciated. Thanks!
I have a $2,000 - $2,500 budget for a used receiver or amp/preamp combo. I'm looking at Meridian's G95 class D surround receiver w/built-in DVD player. I can't seem to find information (which I can understand in laymen's terms) on the advantages/disadvantages of class D amps. I know they're more efficient than A, B and AB amps - and, therefore, take-up less space (which is a consideration for me). I also see that class D amps have a few disadvantages like distortion. But then again I've read that the disadvantages can be overcome with the right approach. What I can't find is whether or not Meridian has overcome the class D disadvantages. I also wonder if the Meridian has enough current to drive my Revel speakers. The Meridian alternative seems to be a Krell Showcase amp/preamp combo - but I'd like to minimize space if possible. I'm willing to do my homework, but can't find information which explains all this in laymen's terms. Sooo - I'm confused. Any suggestions on either reading material or YOUR OWN expertise and alternative recommendations would be EXTREMELY appreciated. Thanks!
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