chewstation Posted February 13, 2021 Share Posted February 13, 2021 (edited) Hi SNA, Trying to gather some (obviously subjective) opinions on the 'best' amp for the Klipsch RP-600M! Budgetwise I'm thinking less than $1K AUD, for a PC setup. Small form factor is a bonus but if size is worth it i will look for ways to manage. In terms of power - i don't think i'll need much, especially since the klipsch are pretty efficient. Although i'm not sure of more power reserve (eg 50w vs 100w) will produce a different sound? (even at low volumes) Existing amplifier: Emotiva A-100 Existing DAC: Topping D10s (connected to PC via USB) Requirements: Subwoofer output - although i'm not sure if this also comes in the form of 'pre-out' RCA jacks? I have borrowed a tube amplifier from my dad (RRP excess of $1k is what i'm told), and it takes away the high end klipsch kick (imo) and i can't say i really like that . Although I would say it improves everything else, i have found myself switching back to the A-100. but what i'm seeking is a more detailed/richer sound. at the moment i'm interested in the cambridge audio CXA80, but have heard good things about; - IOTAVX SA3 - atoll in30 - NAD C316BEE Thoughts? Cheers all. Edited February 13, 2021 by chewstation 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irek Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 I would add to audition list Rega Brio and ncoreP252 - you can use your PC for volume control. You can add RCA splitters to DAC for subwoofers. Rega needs subwoofers that can use speaker's connection. If you need analogue preamp then Schiit Saga or stereo coffee. Saying that, most of the time upgrading speakers is more beneficial. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admammo Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Hey I'll join in on this too, I have the same speakers (as per our previous thread, @Chewstation) Looking at the Brio, and thanks Irek thanks for the intro to the Aussie Co, March Audio, not many reviews about them, have you seen any? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewstation Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 Is the mk1 rega brio mk1 any good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakey72 Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 I'd be matching those with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewstation Posted February 17, 2021 Author Share Posted February 17, 2021 Any particular reason why? How does this nad compare to the C316bee or C326? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admammo Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Hey @chewstation I see you are using a Topping DAC. I opted for the the Schitt Modi on the recommendation that it is warmer than the Topping DAC, and I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chewstation Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 @Admammo honestly, my ears can barely recognise the difference between everything Topping PA3 to rega brio R and I still can’t tell what’s up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admammo Posted February 21, 2021 Share Posted February 21, 2021 Oh no, so you got the a new amp yet it's still not sounding any different? This review below convinced me on the Modi. Also give it time... New stuff does take a while to settle in, and I found my refurbished amp and speakers took a couple of weeks to get running optimally. Are you using tidal for your music? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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