Tube amplifiers that really drive MBL 101E's


There may be no interested in re-starting this seven-month-old thread but I thought I'd give it a shot.

1. The CAT JL-3s seem to be a reasonably sure bet.
Has anyone actually compared these CATs to any of the big MBL 9000 series amps in terms of bass performance?

2. I've heard great things about the Berning ZH270 as well (yup, 70 watts).
exlibris
A friend has an early pair of 101b's. He's driving them with the CJ Premier 11A's.

We have found that this particular speaker likes lots of tube watts to open up. I have no experience with the later models.

Best,

Paul :-)
Oh oh! My bad!

So sorry......his amps are Premier 8A's.

Sorry for the typo.

Best,

Paul :-)
Ken Stevens says the mbl 101E's are stunning when paired with the CAT JL-3s. I am sure it is a heavenly combination. I would be leary of trying to drive those power-hungry speakers with any other tube amp.