Yousaf
Second Unit
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- Nov 20, 2002
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I have a Harman Kardon AVR 320, rated at 55 watts/channel. HK is good with it's ratings and it does put out at least that much. Not too long ago, I upgraded to a pair of GR-Research A/V-1s, and I'm beginning to wonder if I should perhaps spend a bit more money on the amp side now (don't want an unbalanced system). I have a pretty limited budget, and I really have it narrowed down to 4 models: Rotel RB985 MKII, B&K AV5000 II, Parasound 855a, and the Carver AV-705X.
My speakers were designed with tubes in mind, and so they are probably best matched with a warmer amp. I am particularly interested in the B&K and Parasound, though the Parasound is cheaper which is why I am leaning towards it (even though I'm sure the B&K provides a better sound). Anyway...
Given that the Parasound is rated at 85 watts/channel, and my H/K is 55 watts, will I notice a difference in sound QUALITY (instruments sound more "real", better soundstaging, etc.)? I mean, I wouldn't mind the watts but that is probably giving me less than 2 dB there. The GR-Researches sound great, but I'm just wondering if they could sound better. I would really only upgrade if I will notice a definite difference is sound quality and not just at loud volumes. Is it worth it?
My speakers were designed with tubes in mind, and so they are probably best matched with a warmer amp. I am particularly interested in the B&K and Parasound, though the Parasound is cheaper which is why I am leaning towards it (even though I'm sure the B&K provides a better sound). Anyway...
Given that the Parasound is rated at 85 watts/channel, and my H/K is 55 watts, will I notice a difference in sound QUALITY (instruments sound more "real", better soundstaging, etc.)? I mean, I wouldn't mind the watts but that is probably giving me less than 2 dB there. The GR-Researches sound great, but I'm just wondering if they could sound better. I would really only upgrade if I will notice a definite difference is sound quality and not just at loud volumes. Is it worth it?