Parasound vs Marantz power amp
joecoulson
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So I am looking to drive the 705’s with a little cleaner juice. I do not have a huge budget and don’t really need more than 150w pc of clean power based on the rest of my system. I do want a new amp (or refurb) and not an older one.
I have it nailed down to two contenders so far
Marantz mm7025 at 140wpc
And
Parasound 2125 v1 (b stock from safe and sound hq)
Which one would be a better fit for the 705’s with a mix of sources -HT, CD, LP’s etc?
I have it nailed down to two contenders so far
Marantz mm7025 at 140wpc
And
Parasound 2125 v1 (b stock from safe and sound hq)
Which one would be a better fit for the 705’s with a mix of sources -HT, CD, LP’s etc?
Comments
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Sorry. 2125 v2 brand new.
Vs the Marantz new -
Not a fan of the 2125 sound at all. To me it is too cold and just a touch on the bright side. The Marantz should be just the opposite. Although I have not heard this 7025, I do own Marantz equipment and warmth seems to be a signature trait.
The best way to predict the future is to invent it.
It is imperative that we recognize that an opinion is not a fact. -
Ok. So I went quite sideways from my original choices.
My local dealer had Linn LK240 monoblocks on consignment for a client. So I got them! Came with set of Linn interconnects and all I can say is what an improvement over my Marantz AV (of course)
The 705’s are singing
Thanks for the feedback Polk community. All one of you...;) -
Thank You sir!
You approve of the vintage choice? -
Fair enough and yes they do! Thanks man.
