So I'm brand new to the world of higher end audio gear. I worked in electronics sales for a couple years (different industry now) around the level of what you generally find in the big box stores. Sony, Onkyo, Yamaha, PSB, Mirage, Polk, et al. I just upgraded from my old surround speakers (Infinity Interludes. IL40, IL10, IL36C) to a pair of KEF R700s. I'm currently running them with a Sony STRDA5400ES receiver that certainly does the job, but I feel like it isn't doing these beautiful speakers any justice. I would love some advice and opinions on amp solutions. I'm pretty sure I want to go with separate processor and power amp. My budget... well my budget is dreams and wishes at this point... but I'm not adverse to spending a few extra bucks on the right gear. Thanks in advance for your time!
So I'm brand new to the world of higher end audio gear. I worked in electronics sales for a couple years (different industry now) around the level of what you generally find in the big box stores. Sony, Onkyo, Yamaha, PSB, Mirage, Polk, et al. I just upgraded from my old surround speakers (Infinity Interludes. IL40, IL10, IL36C) to a pair of KEF R700s. I'm currently running them with a Sony STRDA5400ES receiver that certainly does the job, but I feel like it isn't doing these beautiful speakers any justice. I would love some advice and opinions on amp solutions. I'm pretty sure I want to go with separate processor and power amp. My budget... well my budget is dreams and wishes at this point... but I'm not adverse to spending a few extra bucks on the right gear. Thanks in advance for your time!