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Originally Posted by Slartybardfast
Hello Everyone,
I'm new to this forum ..... and as I'm trying to rebuild my system I'd like to ask .... E650 or E470/E480 for choice of an integrated to drive a pair of ProAc D2 speakers? I know one is class A and the other(s) is AB. Is the sonic differences between the two 'types' of integrated amplifiers noticeable (dynamically)? I've never owned class A gear and look at the wattage and think 30 watts may not convey dynamically some rock and large scale orchestral music. My local dealer does not stock either amp simultaneously to do a direct A-B comparison.
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For the ProAc D2 a suitable amp power of 30Wpc to 150Wpc is specified.
The E-650 is guaranteed for 30W@8Ω, 60W@4Ω, 120W@2Ω. In addition, the E-650 is the only integrated Accuphase amp featuring the balanced AAVA volume control otherwise only available in the flagship preamp C-3850.
Power should be no issue. If you can afford the E-650, go for it. It is currently one of the very best sounding integrated amps on the market.
If price is an issue, go for an E-480 or even an E-370.
Martin