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Amp for new Meadowlark Krestel 2's ?

Have a pair of Krestel 2's on the way. I have had feedback on another thread as to amp matching. I'm using my back up Denon PMA 2000(not all that bad really). It's not a long term answer. Jolida tubes keep popping up. Never tried tubes. I was think integrated-maybe Musical Fidelity, Bryston, McIntosh etc. Any thoughts? Front end is currently Marantz DV 9500.
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mtbrider
150 posts
 
I'm using a Unison Research Unico with my Meadowlark Swifts, and like that combination. I think the Unico would also do nicely with the Kestral 2's.
audiofankj
373 posts
 
I have used the Unison Research Unico with the Ospreys with a Jolida JD-100a both retubed with NOS Mullards... very, very musical combination.

IMHO a Unico or Jolida integrated will be more musical than a Musical Fidelity or Bryston... both of which will emphasize more detail... again my opinion only...
timrhu
2,779 posts
 
Time to chime in. I'm using a Roksan Kandy III integrated with Shearwater Hot Rods and have no desire to upgrade. Well maybe a little but who doesn't? I enjoy this combination, very nice at the price. Very reliable so far. The reliability issue is my only gripe with tubes. They may sound wonderful, and I do believe they do, but I prefer turning my amp on and knowing it's going to sound the same day after day without constant attention. Just my opinion. Good luck Beernut.
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