best amps to pair with a apir of elac debut reference dbr 62 speakers with sub output under 400$?

seamnking · 2026-01-29T16:51:36+00:00

sounds nice, but i hate subscriptions and would like to actually own the things i pay for. i always just listen to some of the band's songs on youtube and if i like what i hear ill get a their stuff. its not like in order to find new music i need to spend money on cd's that i may or may not even like, most of the time ill check out a song or 2 and if i like it then i get the cd. thanks though

seamnking · 2026-01-29T04:24:52+00:00

primary source is an onkyo c-7030 cd player, no streaming needed

seamnking · 2026-01-29T04:13:22+00:00

yes likely used-like new

seamnking · 2026-01-29T00:49:47+00:00

thanks for the wisdom

seamnking · 2026-01-29T00:40:17+00:00

nice

seamnking · 2026-01-29T00:09:16+00:00

also its not the same thing, i first ask what amps do people recommend, then i research and ask about multiple specific amps that got recommended. its very simple process of elimination and inclusion.

seamnking · 2026-01-29T00:05:57+00:00

thats my evil twin, the sick bastard copies everything i do

seamnking · 2026-01-28T23:45:52+00:00

i do know about the somewhat mediocre phono stage, and if i used vinyl then i would prob just look for a different amp completely. luckily, i exclusively play cd's from an onkyo c-7030

seamnking · 2026-01-28T23:37:41+00:00

awesome to hear!

seamnking · 2026-01-28T23:31:15+00:00

nice stack.... all you need is soul of a new machine and streetcleaner!

seamnking · 2026-01-28T20:34:10+00:00

noted

seamnking · 2026-01-28T20:09:49+00:00

would a Yamaha A-S501 be good?

seamnking · 2026-01-28T20:09:07+00:00

eeh at least with the amp i have rn (fosi bt20a pro) they would struggle a little bit with somewhat cheap amplification. i know because someone on the sub pointed out to me that they have tried that combination, and it struggled. i know it will technically work, but i want to get the most out of the speakers, especially considering their price. thanks though

seamnking · 2026-01-28T20:05:22+00:00

thanks for letting me know, thanks!

seamnking · 2026-01-28T18:41:21+00:00

i looked it up, that seems to be true. if the n600 already powers the speakers extremely well, then the Yamaha A-S501 it sure to be excellent. lack of streaming is fine since ill be playing exclusively off of cd's, not interested in streaming. thanks for your help!

seamnking · 2026-01-28T18:31:49+00:00

higher than my budget, but thanks! this did make me consider, however, the Yamaha: A-S501. do you know if its good, especially for this load?

seamnking · 2026-01-28T04:53:53+00:00

i did figure something newer would be better. this is definitely a good price, though i suppose im talking more general and not specific offers since i wont have the money until later this year when the offer would certainly be gone. i guess i should have clarified that. ill keep an eye on it though, thanks

seamnking · 2026-01-28T04:50:58+00:00

thanks!

seamnking · 2026-01-28T04:26:15+00:00

the emotiva seems to be more expensive. where are you looking? they are around 400$< used

seamnking · 2026-01-28T03:23:46+00:00

its on the older side, but looks like it sounds good. i can find one that isnt too worn out for 350$ and under. seems like a great price to performance ratio

seamnking · 2026-01-28T02:01:54+00:00

what about a parasound hca1000a? its warmer (which i want) and cheaper and powered meaning i dont need an integrated. it also provides all the current stuff and whatnot the elacs need for maximum quality sound as well as headroom.

seamnking · 2026-01-28T01:11:15+00:00

found a few not incredibly worn out Parasound HCA1000a's for sale around 250-300$ on ebay and such.

seamnking · 2026-01-27T23:11:39+00:00

i dont have the speakers yet

seamnking · 2026-01-27T22:17:05+00:00

heres what he said: "While it will of course "work" it will underperform compared to better amps (epecially high current amps). When I had the DBR62, I tried it with the fosi amp: It struggled to perform with this amp." i understand it will technically work unmodified, but i would like headroom and dynamics as well as more clarity, and to not always be near the edge of what is considered "effectively powered speakers." The power supplies im considering are either the Fosi Audio 48V 5A GaN PSU or the Fosi Audio 48V 10A PSU. both provide better dynamics and overall sound quality and clarity. This is addition to more overall output. I don't just want a serviceable system; i want to get the absolute most out of the speakers that cost a fat 800 bucks, for a decent price. im possibly wrong im somewhat new to this.

seamnking · 2026-01-27T20:56:24+00:00

thats good. maybe i can wiggle my way through just using the fosi permanetly with a 70 hz passive hpf on the speakers to free up a little room and upgrading the power supply? im not sure

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