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Re: Try the Panny from a local store

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In Reply to: Try the Panny from a local store posted by serus on August 22, 2004 at 15:08:36:

I heard the X series but did not like it. It is just a powerful amplifier to my ears, not musical or tubey like Aleph. I set my heart on Aleph but I am also open to new technology. If I can save some money buying an digital amp (Aleph is actually around $800 on used market), then I can spend more money on my speaker purchase. If this digital amp press all for price/perfomance factor, Aleph is a killer deal for $800 too. I was so impressed with Aleph 3 that I really cannot imagine any amp better than that for even at retail. They maybe bass shy or hard to play certain speakers but overall it always gave me the chills when listening to music.

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Just get an Aleph! - serus 08:57:47 08/24/04 (0)
I think your mind is already made up...
The digital amps are too clinical for you. Trust me on that!
If you want to save, go listen to a pair of Polk R-30's. They are
often discounted to $129/pair and their clarity comes from their
structure as slim two-way floor-standers.
Good enough sensitivity for a 30 watt amp, and a decent bass down
to 40 Hz or so. No wall shaking rock here, but you'll enjoy this combo!
I doubt the more expensive Polks achieve the same sound. The R-30 is probably just a wild fluke!

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