Originally Posted by
BradJudy
I'm strongly considering picking up an Emotiva LPA-1 and seeing what $600 buys for improving upon the sound from my H/K receiver. It's got more power capability and a heck of a bigger transformer.
The Boston Acoutsics 7 channel amp on Onecall would be a similar option for more cash (about $800 shipped), but it gets you a full 7 channels at 120W instead of 6 on the LPA-1.
The Outlaw 7125 is another attractive option, but is even more expensive ($1000).
I'm a big fan of my H/K receiver, so I definitely think the 635 option is a good one, especially if you can get a good price on one.
If I was buying now, depending on my exact needs, I would be looking at an H/K receiver, the Emo UL combo, Outlaw 970/7xxx combo or Sherwood Newcastle receiver. If I had cash to spare, I'd be looking at a Sherwood Newcastle separates (or an Outlaw 990 combo).