Mike, I am running the Sherbourn 7/2100 with a B&K ref50 pre/pro ans Paradigm ref studio 100s for mains, studio 20s for surrounds and the studio CC in the center. The paradigms are accurate and nutural withe this amp. The monoblocks run cool, I guess you could call it cool. My old JVC reciever...
1) The ref50 price drop is to get rid of the exhisting units to get ready for the new model. This is a very common practice in the industry. 2) The MX700 remote is incredible and worth $375.00 3) I love my Ref50. Does any of this help? ;)
My 7/2100 is my first separate amp. I have had it a few months now and can't imagine ever needing to upgrade. It sounds accurate and never gets too hot. I have a small computer fan in my rack that I used to turn on to help my old JVC reciever stay cool. I never use it anymore. The Sherbourn is...