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How do I bi-amp using NuForces and tubes?

I am wanting to bi-amp my Von Scheikert VR-4 jrs. using NuForce 9.0s on the bottom and tubes (Cary V12-R) on the top. My pre is a Modwright 9.0SE (which has two sets of outputs on the back.) Anyone know of a (cost effective) way of doing this? Thank you in advance, fellow Audiogoners.
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kr4
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How will you balance the two amps for gain? Odds are, they are different.
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mdrummer01 OP
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"How will you balance the two amps for gain?" That is THE question. What are my options for doing that? Would something like a Jolida model JD 50A work? Other suggestions? - Steve
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The gain on the Cary V12-R is 1.3V pretty high, you will have to add a volume pot in front of them, you can use this:
http://mysite.verizon.net/vze4c5pt/id2.html

I also reccomend a Line Level Passive XO for the Cary amp, you will get much better response if you limit the bass response!!!
You will loose some gain, which could actually help to match up with the nuforce amps!!
Do a search on Biamp here there is a big thread with lots of tips

Do Biamp, you will not get better results by changing gear!!
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kr4
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The Jolida will work but, since you are using it only as a potentiometer, why not just add a pot to the higher gain amp?

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