I just acquired 4 new speakers, 2 Kef Model 104/2, and 2 Kef Model 103/4. I don't have a receiver or an amplifier... I am looking to buy both and was wondering if anyone had advice. I don't have a lot of money to spend, but i know if I don't spend enough the speakers will be wasted... So I'm trying to stay under 1000$ Thanks
2007-06-12 10:45:13 · 8 answers · asked by Ian R 3 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Home Theater
Hi. Is this intended for a dedicated sound system without surround sound and if so are you going to use all of your speakers or just two of them. If you can let me know i will be able to suggest a decent amplifier .Also what are you going to use for your source (CD player DVD/CD player,Tuner,or Turntable.Thanks.
The KEF 104/2 speakers you have are very revealing and require the best amplifier you can afford to do them justice.
Here are 3 amps that are very good if you just want stereo.
JUST REMEMBER A BETTER AMP. WILL GIVE YOUR SPEAKERS A BETTER SIGNAL TO GIVE YOU A BETTER SOUND
DONT BUY A CHEAP RECEIVER YOU WONT WANT THE TUNER PART. A CHEAP PREAMP WILL ONLY GIVE YOU A BAD SOUND.
DENON PMA 2000IVR (about $1200)
NAD C372 (about $900)
ROTEL PRE-AMP/POWER AMP COMBO (about $1240)
You can probably get these a lot cheaper by shopping around
The separate pre and power amp combination (ROTEL) is really good for the money.
Here are the specifications for the NAD amp
http://nadelectronics.com/products/hifi-amplifiers/C372-Stereo-Integrated-Amplifier
Here is some info on the Denon
http://www.dealtime.com/xPF-Denon-PMA-2000-IV-R
Here are the specifications for the Rotel Pre-Amp
http://www.hifix.co.uk/sku2.lasso?ROTEL-RC06&item=9b40339e4cf6c9dbb2f0bbe4053642f8
Here are the specifications for the Rotel Power-Amp
http://www.hifix.co.uk/sku2.lasso?ROTEL-RB06&item=3ae4ce86ca141e7279984a44b5c7083a
2007-06-12 13:23:33 · answer #1 · answered by ROBERT P 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would recommend a Pioneer Elite VSX 82. I own one and have been very happy with the features and sound quality. I use some B&W speakers, similar to KEF. They run about $1100.00
2007-06-12 11:13:39 · answer #2 · answered by hugh9269 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should get an inexpensive receiver that has PREAMP outputs...Then you can add 2 or 3 stereo amps to it for "effortless" surround sound...I recommend stereo receivers with AM/FM tuners and volume controls...They cost less than stand alone amps...Don't forget a CENTER speaker to set on your TV.
2007-06-12 14:03:09 · answer #3 · answered by JSF 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-23 15:15:19 · answer #4 · answered by gerrit 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest a Dennon receiver. You should be able to find one for your needs for about $500. You can take the other $500 and get a good sub-woofer. Then you'll have a real Home Theater.
2007-06-12 12:09:27 · answer #5 · answered by lord_greatmane 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with some here, go with one of three brands, Denon, Rotel, OR Adcom. I have owned all three and loved them all.
I love more adcom for straight music and I have Denon for my home theatre. They will have varieties in all ranges of money.
2007-06-12 16:20:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should check out ebay
2007-06-12 12:39:52 · answer #7 · answered by rk4u247 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try somuch4solittle.com.
2007-06-12 10:52:08 · answer #8 · answered by JERSEY BOY ♠♥♦♣ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋