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Originally posted by pepe12:

May I ask again how would you describe the improvement from a receiver amplification to a dedicated amplification, in qualitative terms that is, since putting the volume at its max to wake up the neighbours is not what I'm after here.
thanks
Pepe, I missed an amplification step on my response to you. My actual amplification progression was:
Yamaha 2092 -> Classe CAV-75 -> Outlaw 7125 -> Outlaw 7500

I too don't (usually) listen at high volumes. The difference between the Yammie and the standalone amplifiers was quite noticeable even at comfortable listening levels. The sound was more resolved and less "forced" with the amplifiers vs receiver. I hope that helps.

Rob
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Yamaha CX-A5000 pre-pro
Outlaw 7500
Oppo BDP-83
Samsung 65" LED TV
Front: Martin Logan reQuests & Logos
Surround: Martin Logan Fresco i via Outlaw OAWA3
Sub: ACI Maestro w/ ICE amp