MikeMA
pfm Member
My main record playing system currently comprises a Michell Gyrodec SE/SME 309/AT33PTG/EAR834P/Jadis Orchestra/Harbeth HLP3ESRs.
I'm very happy with the system, particularly since installing the SME arm, but looking to the future - I'm not getting any younger! - I'm thinking I should perhaps move away from messing about with valves in favour of a fully integrated solid state amp, preferably with a decent phono stage to reduce box count.
I've been following the Luxman/Accuphase/Yamaha thread with interest, and I'm very tempted by the the Luxman or Accuphase options, but what other amps should I be thinking about? I've no particular hang-ups about class this, or class that, but it will need to compare favourably with the Jadis. I've no fixed budget in mind but £5k would probably be the most I'd want to spend.
I know....it's like asking how long is a piece of string.......but give me some pointers!
I'm very happy with the system, particularly since installing the SME arm, but looking to the future - I'm not getting any younger! - I'm thinking I should perhaps move away from messing about with valves in favour of a fully integrated solid state amp, preferably with a decent phono stage to reduce box count.
I've been following the Luxman/Accuphase/Yamaha thread with interest, and I'm very tempted by the the Luxman or Accuphase options, but what other amps should I be thinking about? I've no particular hang-ups about class this, or class that, but it will need to compare favourably with the Jadis. I've no fixed budget in mind but £5k would probably be the most I'd want to spend.
I know....it's like asking how long is a piece of string.......but give me some pointers!