Need amplifier for this setup.. £200+

[SCOTTBALL]

SO I have a PC which i'm using a P5k-E wifi deluxe onboard digital out (SPDIF)
into a cambridge audio DACmagic
into the amp i'm about to buy
into a pair of Wharfedale XARUS XR-5000 (has dual inputs)
 
Specs of speakers (Xarus 5000)
 
Bass: 8" 200mm
Midrange: 8" 200mm
Tweeter: 25mm tex
Power: 25-250W
Nominal Impedance: 6ohm
Sensitivity: 90dB
Frequency: 30-24k @ -6dB
Crossover: 250, 4.5k
Frequency Fb: 40Hz
Dimensions: 250x1080x290
 
 
What Amp would fit into this setup? I think it would be better to buy an older (used) model so i can get better performance for the price right?
I really don't have much idea where to start looking from. The speakers have dual inputs so I'd like an amp that has dual outputs i think.
 
Thanks guys! Hope you can help!
 
P.S i'm upgrading from a Technics A600 Amp

 

[nick_charles]

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SO I have a PC which i'm using a P5k-E wifi deluxe onboard digital out (SPDIF)
into a cambridge audio DACmagic
into the amp i'm about to buy
into a pair of Wharfedale XARUS XR-5000 (has dual inputs)
 
Specs of speakers (Xarus 5000)
 
Bass: 8" 200mm
Midrange: 8" 200mm
Tweeter: 25mm tex
Power: 25-250W
Nominal Impedance: 6ohm
Sensitivity: 90dB
Frequency: 30-24k @ -6dB
Crossover: 250, 4.5k
Frequency Fb: 40Hz
Dimensions: 250x1080x290
 
 
What Amp would fit into this setup? I think it would be better to buy an older (used) model so i can get better performance for the price right?
I really don't have much idea where to start looking from. The speakers have dual inputs so I'd like an amp that has dual outputs i think.
 
Thanks guys! Hope you can help!
 
P.S i'm upgrading from a Technics A600 Amp

The dual inputs allow for biwiring, a modern audiophile fad, there is no proven benefit in biwiring afaik. You just need to make sure that the upper and lower terminals are connected with the supplied metal strips.

 

[SCOTTBALL]

Quote:

The dual inputs allow for biwiring, a modern audiophile fad, there is no proven benefit in biwiring afaik. You just need to make sure that the upper and lower terminals are connected with the supplied metal strips.

Hmmm alright then thanks, I guess that makes my selection better!
 
The DACMagic has the option of XLR outputs. Should I go for an amp with XLR inputs? I wanna know if its worth it... is there a price difference?
 
Whats the best places to get older equipment? I would like some reccomendations as I have no idea what would suit my setup..

 

[SCOTTBALL]

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still looking for some ideas! My current amp is my weak link,,,

 

[SCOTTBALL]

I still haven't replaced my Technics Amp! And its starting to die now... same setup!
 
Any suggestions?
 
Maybe Cambridge Audio Azur 650A...?

 

[Mauricio]

Back when I lived in darkness, I used to drool over Bryston and Adcom amps. 

 

[JRG1990]

It best to buy amps new as the caps in them only have a limit life span, I read that bi-wiring actually has a negative effect on the sound.
Whats your budget?.

 

[SCOTTBALL]

Budget is around £200
 
So far i've seen CAMBRIDGE AUDIO AZUR 650A Manufacturer Refurbished with 12 Months Richersounds Outlet Warranty
 
for £225
 
 
i'm not too bothered about bi-wiring anymore...

 

[Blurr]

Have you considered second hand? I got my Marantz sr4600 which has its own very good DAC through either optical or coaxial, 7x80Watt and if you don't like the sound of the amp section you can add power amplifiers(8 pre-outs)  for a mere €100,-