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Amp for Magnepan 1.7's

I have a pair of Magnepan 1.7's on the way and was looking for a new amplifier for them. I currently have a Carver C-1 & M-500 setup which I anticipate will not do the 1.7's justice so I'm looking to options ahead of time.

I heard the 1.7's with an NAD M3 integrated and was very pleased with the sound so I'm sort of looking to use that as a starting point. Anyone have any suggestions? I'd prefer to go with an integrated but I'm not dead set against a ss or tube pre & solid state amp. I'd like something with remote control for sure as I'd like to easily integrate with my home theater.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
dorfma05
bradluke0
163 posts
 
Hi all ! If it were me I would try what you have first . I would trust my ears .
dorfma05 OP
13 posts
 
Brad, absolutely, I'm just looking for some direction in what to try and see what other people have had success with. There's so much out there, I just want to narrow it down.
ben_wood
7 posts
 
How about a pair of Outlaw M2200 monoblocks? I use a pair with my MMGs, they are highly recommended by Barry Diament the mastering engineer.
magfan
1,583 posts
 
I'm less than sure about this....but if you like the OutLaws, you'll love 4 of 'em.
Biamp?
OutLaw has some kind of deal where the more you buy, the less expensive per unit it gets. Some kind of shipping deal, too.
darkkeys
99 posts
 
I just received the 1.7s on Monday. I also have the NAD M3. The M3 drives and makes the 1.7s stand up and sound off without effort and the combo sounds good to my ears. I see no need whatsoever to run out and upgrade this amp.
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