SDA1C with Parasound Halo A21?

Dmac99
Dmac99 Posts: 19
in Vintage Speakers
I am thinking of upgrading the amplifier that I am using for my SDA1Cs. I am currently using a Yamaha AVR 100 WPC RMS and am looking to use these in a dedicated 2 channel system. I am thinking of the Parasound Halo A21 and was wondering if anyone else had had experiences with this amplifier and any of the large SDA speakers. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you,
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  • Mikey081057
    Mikey081057 Posts: 7,127
    I have a21 with my modded SDA SRS 2.3's. I am also using the Parasound P5 pre and the everything about it is a great match. The a21 will give you all the power you would ever need.
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  • bem
    bem Posts: 102
    I also have some SDA SRS 2.3s and I am considering a A21 also. Is the A21 a common ground amp? In other words I don't have to do anything unusual with the outputs of the A21 and the wiring to the 2.3s.?
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,552
    There's nothing unusual about using the AI-1 or Dreadnought with your SDA's. In fact, you should use it regradless of the amp as it improves the sound.
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  • tratliff
    tratliff Posts: 1,701
    I used an A21 with my SDA SRS for about 2 years. Perfect combination.
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    I used a Halo A51 with my 2.3TL's and have since upgraded to a Sunfire Signature Cinema Grande 400 after hearing them side by side. It runs much cooler and has a slight edge over the Halos IMO.
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