Hi guys,
I purchased the NAD t757 receiver after all the delibrations and discussions. I have also paid an advance for the Tannoy speakers, they are presently out of stock but I am told should arrive in about a month. I am planning to get the SVS pb1000 sub when the stocks come. Until then I will be using the NAD receiver in a stereo setup with my 2 Monitor BX2 speakers.
I am happy to say I am pleased with the NAD receiver in the stereo mode. I played several tracks connecting it to my BX2 speakers, and I could compare it my Yamaha AS500 stereo. I played the tracks on both amps switching the amps track-to-track. The NAD AV receiver is indeed very comparable to the Yamaha Stereo amp.
The sound signature is ofcourse a little different but not a whole lot. A few tracks sounded better on the NAD and a few on the Yamaha.
The NAD has a sharper and taut bass, while the Yamaha has a more "smoother" bass. The NAD has the mid-range a little subdued, and the Yamaha is a little more liberal with the mid range. The upper mid range and treble areas are very similar. Specifically for the MA Bronze speakers the NAD is a better match since MA Bronze is a little louder in the upper bass and lower mids.
Both are very detailed and strong amps, and if I was to choose between 2 stereo amps with these 2 sound signatures, I'd have a hard time.
This is what I was hoping to achieve when going with the NAD and it's "Music First" philosophy: an AV receiver that works great even as a Stereo Amp for music. I've had to compromise on a few features I was looking for like Airplay, dlna and cool On-screen displays, but I hope the SQ makes up for it.
Given my low listening levels, and inability to test a pre-pro with power amp. I did not go for separates this time. Perhaps I may do this down the line in a few years for my new house.
Thanks for all the tips and guidance, it was very useful in making an informed purchase decision. I will post again once I have my new speakers and the Sub setup in a full 5.1 config.
I purchased the NAD t757 receiver after all the delibrations and discussions. I have also paid an advance for the Tannoy speakers, they are presently out of stock but I am told should arrive in about a month. I am planning to get the SVS pb1000 sub when the stocks come. Until then I will be using the NAD receiver in a stereo setup with my 2 Monitor BX2 speakers.
I am happy to say I am pleased with the NAD receiver in the stereo mode. I played several tracks connecting it to my BX2 speakers, and I could compare it my Yamaha AS500 stereo. I played the tracks on both amps switching the amps track-to-track. The NAD AV receiver is indeed very comparable to the Yamaha Stereo amp.
The sound signature is ofcourse a little different but not a whole lot. A few tracks sounded better on the NAD and a few on the Yamaha.
The NAD has a sharper and taut bass, while the Yamaha has a more "smoother" bass. The NAD has the mid-range a little subdued, and the Yamaha is a little more liberal with the mid range. The upper mid range and treble areas are very similar. Specifically for the MA Bronze speakers the NAD is a better match since MA Bronze is a little louder in the upper bass and lower mids.
Both are very detailed and strong amps, and if I was to choose between 2 stereo amps with these 2 sound signatures, I'd have a hard time.
This is what I was hoping to achieve when going with the NAD and it's "Music First" philosophy: an AV receiver that works great even as a Stereo Amp for music. I've had to compromise on a few features I was looking for like Airplay, dlna and cool On-screen displays, but I hope the SQ makes up for it.
Given my low listening levels, and inability to test a pre-pro with power amp. I did not go for separates this time. Perhaps I may do this down the line in a few years for my new house.
Thanks for all the tips and guidance, it was very useful in making an informed purchase decision. I will post again once I have my new speakers and the Sub setup in a full 5.1 config.
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