Joey_V
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So, trying to get back into the swing of all things audio. House is about 2 weeks away from completion. Because of budget constraints, I had to decide on what to cut back on and I ended up cutting back on size of the room just because we hit the budget we set for ourselves and I did not want to set a precedent of breaking the rules I had set for myself. 15x17... decent dedicated media room size, but in hindsight I should've just busted open the wallet for an extra 2 feet in each direction (oh well).
Anyway....
Step 1: Get the preamp. Check.
Bought (or should I say, re-purchased) the Cary SLP-05. Such a wonderful piece from my recollection. Received the package last week and played it on my brother's system (Musical Fidelity, B&W 804 Diamonds v2).... sounded just like what I recalled it to sound.
Next up, amplification and source.
Then, room treatments (no more cinder block dorm room).
Then, speakers.
You guys have thoughts on amplication and source? I was thinking getting a Plinius SA103 or maybe a pair of the Cary 211 monoblocks. I think it should be enough to drive something ML or perhaps either the BW 800 or 802 Diamonds v2.
I had a bad experience at the Wilson dealer... and I'd rather not go Wilson this time.
Anyway....
Step 1: Get the preamp. Check.
Bought (or should I say, re-purchased) the Cary SLP-05. Such a wonderful piece from my recollection. Received the package last week and played it on my brother's system (Musical Fidelity, B&W 804 Diamonds v2).... sounded just like what I recalled it to sound.
Next up, amplification and source.
Then, room treatments (no more cinder block dorm room).
Then, speakers.
You guys have thoughts on amplication and source? I was thinking getting a Plinius SA103 or maybe a pair of the Cary 211 monoblocks. I think it should be enough to drive something ML or perhaps either the BW 800 or 802 Diamonds v2.
I had a bad experience at the Wilson dealer... and I'd rather not go Wilson this time.