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recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
@audiotroy I posted the other components and budget, but not in the original post. I didn't originally post the rest of the components because I'm hoping to change the speakers when/if I can get into a larger room. So, while I realize matching to ... 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
@jackputdo you have any experience with other Audio Research amplifiers? If so, can you describe any sonic comparison? I have a vt100, and have a friend with a D200. 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
Wow! So many suggestions... thank you all for your thoughts and information. I've got some serious researching to do!Question regarding Ayre: one common theme in many reviews is "bass shy". What are your thoughts? Bass is an issue in a small room,... 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
@audioman58 I’m not 100% on what you mean by braking... assuming it’s analogy for greater control over the speakers, that’s my experience too. The power isn’t so I can rock out and anger the neighbors, but the opposite. In my experience, more powe... 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
@gdnrbobParadigm studio 40... but hopefully I’ll be in a larger space in which I could use floorstanding speakers in the next few years 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
Cmach, do you have any experience with Audio Research, Krell, Bryston, or Aragon? If so, how does the McCormack compare?I realize there are tons of variables, but any information is helpful.  
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
And I listen to a very wide range of music. I’m a jazz drummer so the drums need to sound real!!! But in addition to jazz I also listen to Indian music, European classical, African drumming, korean music, indie rock, etc at mostly moderate levels. 
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
Thanks for your responses! I'll check out that link.In the meantime...Kenny, I have and audio research ls27 preamp and paradigm studio 40 v4 speakers. The room is 8x10, and it's lined with shelves of records, making it even smaller. No room for fl... 
Entry level Phono Stage for Dynavector 10x5
I have a dynavector 10x5 and Jolida phono preamp. I read a ton of reviews and I noticed many suggested upgrading the tubes. I used it stock for a month or 2, then changed the tubes to Tung Sol tubes, (which, incidentally are what come with the "up... 
Upgrade from Rega P3-24 .....
I'm extremely late to the party... I have a p5. I upgraded to the white belt a few months ago and noticed an improvement. I upgraded to the groovetracer subplatter and I'm amazed at the difference. Your explanation was exactly what I experienced. 
Paradigm studio reference 20 versions
I'm assuming you mean v3? Either way, that was helpful. Thanks!