Will,

That's a good question. My original amplifier is a 1976 Harmon Kardon (45W) paired with a Denon CD player.

I had listened to many CDs through that combo. The Diana Krall CD is one of my favorites so I figured it would be a good basis for comparison. The speakers (JBL S312s) were the same ones that I paired with the Outlaw. The HK sounded much warmer and the soundstage was also more apparent.

I didn't think to add the original system components to my post. I didn't want to list equipment. That's not my real interest. As a musician, I really try to focus on the sound. I thought the Outlaw would be a real step up. I was wrong.

The Anthem just sounds better.

Regards,
Santa Clara Jim

P.S. I haven't bought the Anthem combo yet. I've got to come to terms with the purchase price first. Know what I mean?



[This message has been edited by santaclarajim (edited October 03, 2002).]