SS amps for merlin vsm

I di have the Aleph J (First Watt/Pass) and it indeed worked very well with the Merlins, about as good as the XA30.5s driving the Merlins which are such an easy load (not current hungry). I assume, the J2s would also work well, but have not heard them. In both cases, J or J2 there are very easy amps for tube preamps to drive.

have anyboby tried TAD and pass 30.5 with merlins ?

As mentioned above, I've used the TAD (ss) Hibachi monos with great results.

Marty

Has anyone heard the Merlins paired with SS Mcintosh gear? Specifically a MA6500 or MA6900?

I am thinking it would be a good match.

Never heard the combo, but Bobby said he like the Mac SS gear with the autoformers - I think both the 6500 and 6900 have autoformers.