parasound hinto works fine with my f208s
Will a tube amp work well on Revel f208?
Hi,
Two different stereo store salesmen both told me to use a tube integrated amp (primaluna evo 400, or Ayon V) on my Revel f208. I live in an apartment, so I rarely listen at concert levels (rock,pop,80's,modern music,etc) , But due to that speaker's impedance swings, it's in the 4 ohm region a lot and needs a 4 ohm capable amp. I was told by someone else that the Revel f208 likes high current, (Which won't be found in a tube amp?). I was considering something like Hegel or anthem integrated STR before the prima Luna evo 400 was recommended. Can Somebody with actual knowledge chime in so I am not at the mercy of salesman or misinformation? The speakers are revel f208 and I'd like to stick with an integrated and stream for simplicity (I have node 2i)Thanks!
Two different stereo store salesmen both told me to use a tube integrated amp (primaluna evo 400, or Ayon V) on my Revel f208. I live in an apartment, so I rarely listen at concert levels (rock,pop,80's,modern music,etc) , But due to that speaker's impedance swings, it's in the 4 ohm region a lot and needs a 4 ohm capable amp. I was told by someone else that the Revel f208 likes high current, (Which won't be found in a tube amp?). I was considering something like Hegel or anthem integrated STR before the prima Luna evo 400 was recommended. Can Somebody with actual knowledge chime in so I am not at the mercy of salesman or misinformation? The speakers are revel f208 and I'd like to stick with an integrated and stream for simplicity (I have node 2i)Thanks!
- ...
- 29 posts total
You are keeping the speakers so match them with the power they need. Although the other side is you listen at low levels. Like 60-70db I am guessing. FYI get the free phone app which read db levels. I am guessing you budget at $8k max? I sold my tube gear and went to Pass. Hum and odd tube sounds bother me. Not going back. Perhaps a hybrid for you? Vinnie Rossi? Keep us posted please. |
Labguy, The attached is an excellent explanation about tube gear and speaker matching. He explains it far better than I can. A tube/speaker mismatch is a classic mistake that you want to avoid, it’s expensive and frustrating. I don’t know how your speaker and amp will perform together, but it’s important to understand the issues involved and what to listen for before you purchase. Good luck and let is know what you decide. https://www.dhtrob.com/overige/tubefriendly_lsp_en.php |
- 29 posts total