I think it's the Yamaha, though the 1x00and 2x00 models are supposed to be more neutral than bright, it's the cheaper entry level Yammies that are notoriously bright.Originally Posted by Galwin
My Ascends sounded different with NAD separates, a Marantz 5400, and now a Panny 55 so I think they very much reflect the power source as well as the music source. What kind of CDP are you using?