dadneedshifi
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Hi all,
Long time lurker, first time poster.
I've long considering upgrading our sound system from the one I first bought about 20 years ago when I got my first job -- a Denon receiver and Polk floorstanding speakers (altogether cost about $400). We've now got two young kids, we spend a ridiculous amount of time inside -- obviously -- and I've decided to take the plunge.
I don't want to spend over $2K USD. We have a handful of key priorities between my wife and I: needs inputs for a record player, super easy streaming capability directly from a phone, and connects to our TV.
I've looked at a few integrated amps over the years, but recently I've been eyeing the Rotel A12MKII Anniversary model. It seems to meet all of our needs and at matches our price point. The reviews are all solid, and people seem to have nothing but good things to say about Rotel. Would love to hear thoughts on if this amp sounds right or other recommendations as well.
Now I've been trying to identify the right pair of speakers. I've read great things about the B&W 606S2s and have been leaning that way -- although it certainly puts me at the top end of what we want to spend. I'm also considering the 607s and I've read nothing but great things about the Revel Concerta2 M16.
Anyway, would really appreciate opinions and feedback on this.
Thanks,
Dad who really needs some hi-fi.
Long time lurker, first time poster.
I've long considering upgrading our sound system from the one I first bought about 20 years ago when I got my first job -- a Denon receiver and Polk floorstanding speakers (altogether cost about $400). We've now got two young kids, we spend a ridiculous amount of time inside -- obviously -- and I've decided to take the plunge.
I don't want to spend over $2K USD. We have a handful of key priorities between my wife and I: needs inputs for a record player, super easy streaming capability directly from a phone, and connects to our TV.
I've looked at a few integrated amps over the years, but recently I've been eyeing the Rotel A12MKII Anniversary model. It seems to meet all of our needs and at matches our price point. The reviews are all solid, and people seem to have nothing but good things to say about Rotel. Would love to hear thoughts on if this amp sounds right or other recommendations as well.
Now I've been trying to identify the right pair of speakers. I've read great things about the B&W 606S2s and have been leaning that way -- although it certainly puts me at the top end of what we want to spend. I'm also considering the 607s and I've read nothing but great things about the Revel Concerta2 M16.
Anyway, would really appreciate opinions and feedback on this.
Thanks,
Dad who really needs some hi-fi.