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Powering ProAc Response 2.5's

Hello all. I'm considering purchasing a used pair of ProAc 2.5's to replace some Vandersteen 2ce Sigs, and I need some advice on the amp/pre-amp combination. What I already have to work with is a Musical Fidelity A-3cr amp/pre combo, as well as a Rogue 66 preamp. What do you think - will the Musical Fidelity be adequate, or am I buying to much speaker for that setup? It seems like many people favor tubes for the ProAcs. Would I be better off using the Rogue for my preamp with the MF amp*? Also, if I were to go with an all tube setup and keep the Rogue, what would be a good, reasonably priced USED tube amp to drive the ProAcs (e.g. $1000-$1500)? Thanks for your opinions.

*PS - the Rogue is reported to be a phase inverter. Do I need to compensate for this?
peter_s
stehno
1,453 posts
 
Check out the $995 Odyssey Stratos amp reviews at odysseyaudio.com. I've not heard this amp, but from what all others say, it should blow away any other amp near this price range. I know several people who own the monoblock versions at $2000 and just love 'em.
gjrad
145 posts
 
I agree with "Platsolos" above, I have a pair of 2.5s and drive them with an Aleph 3, excellent sounding combination. I also use a BAT VK 200/3i setup also driving the 2.5s, this also sounds very good as well but is definitely more power than I need in my 12x15 room. I mostly use the Aleph 3. In any event I highly recommend the 2.5s.
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drubin
3,275 posts
 
I use a CJ Premier 11a with the ProAcs, which you can find used for around $1700 +/-.

I've used used the Pass Aleph 3 and agree that it works. But be careful matching that amp, with its low input impedence, with a tube pre.
peter_s OP
1,348 posts
 
By the way, I just found out that the 2.5's I planned to purchase on sale pending with another buyer. If anyone knows of a used pair for sale, please send me an email! Thanks.
inscrutable
313 posts
 
I think you used to see ProAc demo'd a lot with Cary or Audio Research gear.
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