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Amp recommendation for AKG K1000's headphones?

I recently gave into temptation & picked up a pair of AKG K1000's. I've wanted a pair for ages & with their retirement there was no time like the present. Now comes the interesting part of finding an amp that pairs well with them :)

But before making the leap into uncharted territory [for me] I was curious what amps might be worth an audition? To level-set -- ideally this will become a dedicated headphone rig, so the scope of this decision doesn't need to account for synergy with my existing front-end gear.

Thanks in advance for your consideration.
bish
chams_uk
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Pop on over to www.head-fi.org and do a search. Plenty of info there, and recommendations can come by the dozen. Everything frm TriPath Sonic Impact T-amps to tube amps, DIY amps, etc etc etc.

I have personally owned an Audio Valve RKV Mk II with the K-1000's and it was a very musical and powerful synergistic match.

Lots of luck, they are a fine set of "earspeakers"
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swampwalker
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Give us a budget. I have used several amps. I liked the Audiovalve RKV at that price point, but eventually sold if for the Cary 300 SEI integrated, which is awesome.
bish OP
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Chams_uk --

Thanks for the feedback as well as the link to www.head-fi.org. I'll certainly take a look into the Audio Valve RKV.

Thanks again - Bish
bish OP
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Swampwalker --

Thanks for the reply. Budget wise I'm pretty open, but to frame things a bit my max would be around 5000 USD. Granted this is a bit steap for a headphone rig but any less expensive alternatives are most appreciated. With young kids at home the evening listening is cut rather short -- so hopefully this will offset that a bit.

Thanks - Bish
jb0194
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Any quality 10-25W/ch tube amp will likely fit well. Pick your favorite flavor. I use a Coincident SIP-300.

jb
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