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Recommendation for tube amp.

I’m exploring getting a tube amplifier to drive my GoldenEar Triton 1 speakers.
Sensitivity: 92dB/2.83V/m.  Impedance: 8 ohms
I’d like to spend in the $2000-$2500 range.
Are there any quality tube amps in that price range that would effectively drive these speakers?
 I listen mainly to classical music. Amp has to have enough power to rise to powerful orchestral climaxes.
 I’d appreciate any help in searching.
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donvito
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Check out the Rogue Audio Atlas-ll !
https://www.needledoctor.com/Rogue-Audio-Atlas-II-Power-Amp?quantity=1&custcol131=4
ejr1953
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I heard a Carver Crimson 275 amp at the DC show and I thought it sounded very nice.  A dealer on Audiogon has it listed (for a new unit) at $2750.
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stereo5
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I for a time, I was using a Rogue Cronus Magnum integrated to power my GE Triton Ones.  I didn’t care for it very much. I dislike the sound of the KT120 tubes as they sound a little grainy to me. I eventually went with a McIntosh 200wpc Integrated to drive the Triton Ones and they sound great.  

I am am running the GE Triton Refs speakers with a 300wpc McIntosh power amp and it is even better.  
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rvpiano OP
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If I had $5000 to spend I probably would look at the McIntosh amp.
When it comes time to buy I’ll most likely check out the van Alstine.
Good reviews (what doesn’t have good reviews?) and definitely within my budget.

Anyone else have any comments about the Van Alstine?
soix
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Take a look at Don Sach's KT88 amp.  It's been getting raves from owners and is in your price range.  
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