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Amp for Verity Parsifal encore

I just got a pair of used mint Verity Parsifal Encores. One of the last pairs made before the Ovations. I am driving them with my Belles amp and preamp which are very impressive. I am starting my homework for upgrades of my phono, pre and power amp. I am also looking at simplifing my system, reducing wires and components to just CD player and Turntable. I also just got a new Naim CDX2 as a cdp upgrade. I am considering strongly the Aesthetix Janus stock or signature as full function pre, possible atlas power amp. I have heard the Nagra PSA with the Parsifal ovations and was very impressed. I am not in a big hurry and am only looking for others thoughts and comments that I will investigate. Thanks.
David
davt
tvad
9,467 posts
 
If you find the Belles amp and preamp to be impressive, then I'd suggest not
changing them. They are excellent components.

FWIW, a pair of 150A Reference run as monoblocks will yield better results
than a single 150A: more authority, and a darker background with a more
three dimensional image.
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davt OP
499 posts
 
Tvad, that is the plan for now, to stick with the belles which is no big sacrafice. I do know that these speakers have more to offer however and sometime next year I will make the next big upgrade. I have thought about a second 150A but if I stay with the belles will probably move to their new statement line. Another option would be a Ref. 350A. I would prefer however to avoid monoblocs in the pursuit of simplification. On my long list is the Pass 250.5, Nagra PSA, Sim W7. I think that there are other options however that I may not be aware of that have strong advocates that would be worth pursuing.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
Absolutely.

I use XA-60.5. Previously used Belles 150A Reference monos.

If you want to spend more, there's always an advocate.
starcon
98 posts
 
The new belles amps (just heard the 500w mono's) are stunning. They would be a great choice for the Verity's.
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