Integrated amplifier for ATC SCM 19v2

I can't speak to the 19v2, but I did own the 11v2 for a couple of years.

They paired well with my Musical Fidelity A5 integrated amp.  I then moved up to the Luxman L-509x and thought the 11v2 was even better primarily for low volume listening because of the loudness feature of the Luxman.

I would think the 19v2 would be a similar case at only 85dB sensitivity.

I found that the 11v2 was a tad 'reticent' at low volumes - micro dynamics/detail were diminished.  The 11v2 came into its own at mid to room filling (not loud) volumes - which explained the synergy of the MF A5.

When low volume listening the Luxman's loudness feature was just the right compensation.

ymmv - just my observations

You’re welcome! 
 

I can't recommend the Anthem STR highly enough. Still Stereophile class A.

@1bule, My speakers are the PMC Twenty5.1. I owned an expensive integrated amp but was not happy with the sound quality. I called my retailer, explained the situation and what I was looking for. We discussed it in detail, and he suggested I demo the Musical Fidelity M6Si integrated amp. This is a huge downgrade in price BUT this amplifier sounds so good, I cannot believe it. I invited my friends over and everyone agreed. They all said my system sounds excellent and I agree. 

The Musical Fidelity M6si offers excellent performance, facilities, and power. As per the Musical Fidelity web site “Internally, the M6si is configured as 2 independent monobloc power amps with a separate preamp. It is, in fact, a preamp with 2 monobloc power amps that just happen to share the same casework. The M6si has 220wpc. It has very low distortion, outstanding noise ratio and extremely flat frequency response”. I am very happy with my Musical Fidelity M-6Si integrated amp since this amplifier deliveries the sound quality I am looking for. In other words, the ’magic’ has returned.

I suggest you demo the Musical Fidelity M-6Si integrated amp.

I just auditioned these speakers with a Gryphon Diablo 300. The sound was incredible. Soundstage, imaging, and bass to die for. I would do the Diablo before a Luxman integrated 509. The Luxman will not have enough juice to produce robust bass because of the inefficiency of the speakers. The Luxman M10x would be another good choice. 

+1 Luxman 509X.  Running my ATC 20s, it exercises full control over them.  Quite dynamic.  ATC is special in that they only perform well when amplified by really good high current amps.  They are too often underpowered.

You give no price point, so we lobbed high dollar at you.  Best of luck.

Erikt, you listen the musical fidelity the m6si500?

I have also the A5 but totally recap and modified a very good amo now.

I forgot to add that I would like to keep my budget in the US 2,500 -3,000 range

Thanks again for the initial suggestions, looking forward to receiving more.

Enjoy your listening !!

@gerrie

Unfortunately I have not heard the m6si500.

If I remember correctly, I listened to a MF M8xi at the LA Audio Show back in 2017 paired with some large B&W speakers. Very dynamic.

It’s been my experience that some speakers respond well to / need power to sound their best regardless of volume. I found that to be the case with the ATCs I owned. They sounded their best when let loose, but were a tad less satisfying at lower volumes. That is why if I were to go back to ATCs it would be with an integrated with a loudness feature for low volume sessions.

ymmv

The ATC19s are great speakers - I love mine.  I biamp them using an Arcam power amp.

The do need the power though. The recommend range is 75 to 300w. I would try to get to 150 at least .

fwiw I pair them with the Dynaaudio 18s sub. That is powered and reduces the power needed for the ATC's

Given what you’re looking for, this would be very high on my list…

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649899165-plinius-hautonga-integrated-amp/

Oliver_reid

Thanks for the suggestion.

Can you share which Arcam Amp you are using for your ATC SCM 19v2?

Soix

Thanks an interesting suggestion