I also recommend the Sanders Magtech, it’s done wonderfully well driving my Martin Logan ESL’s and as the name implies, Magtech was built to drive Maggies.
Magnepan 3.7i amp pairing
Hi folks,
I’m on the verge of springing for Magnepan 3.7i, despite their drawbacks: power-hungry; hard to place off the wall; size; etc.
I listened to them via Rogue Audio monoblocks, which I can’t afford, but I’m being told that the Rogue Audio DragoN Amp and Rogue RP-5 v.2 pre-amp is a sufficient combination to drive the 3.7s. No doubt my current Rotel 1572 integrated amp is not enough. Will probably add, later, two subwoofers beyond the current JL Audio 110, perhaps RELs.
Thoughts, when time allows?
Many thanks,
paul
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@jazz99 I have a bit of a different solution for you. I have an old pair of Acoustat 1+1 that had real problems with modern class D, and variations of it, due to the low 0.5 Ohm dip in the upper treble. Even though I could not hear where the issue occurred I could hear the result due to clipping (Schiit Tyr, PS Audio M700 and others). I tried the Coda #8, but did not like the result, although there was no clipping. I ended up with the Pass Labs XA 25. I was concerned that the power might not be enough, but since I use an active crossover (SPL Crossover from Germany -- similar to the JL CR1) with dual powered subwoofers, the XA 25 ended up being a tremendous match. If you get a chance give the XA 25 a trial run. |
Unrelated to the amps. I took out my 2 acoustic absorption panels in my small office where the first reflection happens. With all other speakers these panels are needed (otherwise fatigue). However, I am finding that with the LRS+ the panels are not needed, and the sound opens up even more without them. I had read about removing the panels elsewhere on the web and I am now a believer. I do use panels behind the LRS+ and also where my desk resides (in a closet). The LRS+ is the very best speaker I have heard in a small room. So easy to place. It has got me thinking of getting a bigger Maggie for the Livingroom, to rotate with the NS5000.
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Thank you all for your advice. My budget for amp and preamp is around $10k. I'm thinking separates rather than integrated amp, perhaps Rogue Dragon monoblocks and Rogue RP-5v2. But I am open to other combinations. The Pass Labs XA 25 seems underpowered, but i'm hoping to get two REL subwoofers to go with the Maggies. Any further recommendations welcome. Thank you! |
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