Bi-amping RTi150s

[Polk-it-up]

Currently have RTi150s powered by NAD370 (120 wpc). Has anybody tried bi-amping with the NAD 270? Any sound quality benefits??

[Tour2ma]

First, welcome to the Club.

There are tons of threads here about the 150's and the power they need to sing. Many have added external 2 ch amps to bi-amp in parallel with AVR's. Most have reported much fuller sound with added power.

[Polk-it-up]

Originally, I had a low-end Sony SDR695 AVR to drive the RTi150s. Not being much of an audiophile, I thought the Polks sounded pretty good and unlike many, never had a problem with the Sony going into protection mode. However, after reading all the threads regarding the power hungry RTi150's, I purchased the NADC370 for stereo listening. I expected I would get some improvement in sound quality and power over the Sony, but let me tell you, the difference was amazing. Sound stage and detail better than I have ever heard before. And power, a quarter turn on the NAD volume dial can shake the house. So I quess I'm not looking for more power but rather, more quality. I may just try bi-amping - plus I love the look of those NAD components stacked 4 feet high.

[dorokusai]

The lower end Sony compared to NAD is definetly night and day. I really like the warmth and honest, dynamic power that NAD offers, it's a great brand.

Glad you are enjoying your new gear :)