Meitner MA3 amp/integrated suggestions
I recently picked up a used Meitner MA3 to combine my streamer and DAC into one unit. I've been blown away by this unit and it's DAC, but more surprisingly it's preamp/volume control have been excellent! I'm currently running it directly into my beloved Oliver Sayes 421a tube amp, with excellent results.
Since I listen almost 8hrs a day, I don't want to burn my tubes that much, so I thought I'd look for a solid state amp, or integrated. Reason I thought amp first was because of the excellent volume control on the MA3.
What are you guys connecting the MA3 to? wpc not a concern since I use highly efficient speakers. since this won't be my main amp i'ld like to find something in the under $3k used budget. Suggestions welcome
Oliver makes some incredible gear! Given he focuses on low-powered / low noise designs, should we assume you have high efficiency speakers or are you still using the Definitive Technology BP-2004 as shown in your virtual system? And what size room? Though his amps generally run under $3K, it might be tough to find a SS option in that budget to meet its performance. |
@blisshifi thanks for the response. Oh man. My virtual system is 20yrs old. Needs updating 😂 yes I’m using Daedalus 97db speakers in a 13.5’x12.5’ room. So somewhat near field intimate setup. Dedicated room. Yeah I’m not looking to meet or exceed the Sayes. But something I can live with. I’m testing out a Naim Uniti Atom for fun and must say it surprised me. Very musical and good value for all in one. But instead of having two separate systems like that I just want to pair up a sweet sounding musical ss amp to the Meitner so I can leave on all day while I’m working. |
The MA3 is a terrific dac/steamer and the Oliver Sayes amps are heirloom quality. I bet it sounds terrific.
Maybe consider one of the lower power Luxman Class A integrated amplifers. Why not consider a tube amp with tubes that are easily and inexpensively replaced? A Leben 300xs? Many people enjoy their LFD solid state and I have a friend who loves his Lejonklou Boazu integrated. The person with the Lejonklou also owns a MA3. Good luck and enjoy. |
