Which amp in this system?

Blue Circle BC22, or if you want something compact, you could get the BC CS amp new.

A used ARC D-130 would mate well with your LS-3B. I used this combo for a few years and found there was great synergy between the two.

Timo,

I've read mixed reviews on the D-130. I heard it's sorta flabby in the bass region and not very transparent. Could you shed some more light on this amp, as I would have to buy it used, sound unheard. thanks.

AND,

Thanks for your suggestion tireguy, but I want to step it up a notch from the Rotel stuff - never really liked their amps OR their cd players, for that matter. The one I have was essentially handed to me.

Sugarbrie,

BC22 - There's a good idea! I'll look into that one. I really like Blue Circle equipment...might just do the trick.

When will all this tinkering end???!!!

thanks everyone!

I agree with the ARC suggestion. Due to the NHTs inefficiency (but nice sound) you should get at least 100 watts or 50 watts tubed.

If you don't like Rotel sound, stay away from Aragon and Classe (all are a bit laid back). If your budget is not up to an ARC, go to www.jeffssoundvalues.com and check out some reasonably priced used gear.

Why not go with Bryston 3b-st or4b-st which is a great match to your speakers?