Yamaha WXA-50 or Elac DBR62?

[fafnir]

Hi. I want to upgrade my living room stereo system and can't decide between choosing a nice amp or a nice speaker. I'm currently using a vintage Sony STR-6036A (18W @ 8ohms/20W @ 4ohms) and a clean pair of Ohm Model L2 speakers (35-125W/ 4ohm). I have a turntable, cassette deck, and misc. aux for dac/phone/tv. I'd appreciate any suggestions and/or advice.

Thanks!

Addendum: I also own a JDS Atom & KTB that I use with my laptop for whatever that's worth

 

[Promit]

Knock out both problems at once and buy active speakers? JBL 305Ps perhaps.

 

[oldsysop]

Sony STR-6036A :

Tuning range: FM, MW
Power output: 15 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 10Hz to 60kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.8%
Input sensitivity: 2mV (mic), 2.5mV (MM), 250mV (DIN), 250mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 60dB (mic), 60dB (MM), 80dB (DIN), 70dB (line)
Output: 250mV (line), 30mV (DIN)
Speaker load impedance: 4Ω to 16Ω
Semiconductors: 2 x IC, 2 x FET, 27 x transistors, 19 x diodes
Dimensions: 434 x 145 x 348mm
Weight: 8.6kg
Year: 1973


I would not change it. I love vintage.

 

[Midwest Blade]

Based on the review of the Elac DBR62 they look like speakers you could enjoy for several years. The Yamaha WXA50 is a capable integrated amp but might not have enough connectivity for all of your sources. Given your either or position, I voted other as either one on it's own is only a stepping stone but might not help your current position. I put a high priority on speakers in any system as the most critical decision and where I would always spend at least half of the overall budget.

 

[Cahudson42]

DBR62 no question. Then watch for an RX-596 for $40 or so from thrift stores.. Add an LG V20 as a DAP, and/or an Echo Input when on sale for $10-$20.. You are 'all set'..

 

[cjfrbw]

DBR62 no question. Then watch for an RX-596 for $40 or so from thrift stores.. Add an LG V20 as a DAP, and/or an Echo Input when on sale for $10-$20.. You are 'all set'..

This.

 

[fafnir]

This is excellent feedback! Thanks so much for weighing in. I decided to get the Elac DBR's with a Behringer A800.

 

[Graylix]

I hope you enjoy your new stereo. Are you selling your Ohms? I might be interested if you are.

 

[fafnir]

I hope you enjoy your new stereo. Are you selling your Ohms? I might be interested if you are.

Thanks! I'm hanging onto the Ohms at the moment because of sentimental value, but I will definitely reach out if I end up moving on.