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Tube integrated question

to this point, i have learned through trial and literature that Triangle celius(es) are well suited to tubes, and being that they are very sensitive, can be driven nicely by a moderately powered amp. The question i have is, how moderately powered? I ask this because my budget is low (under 1k for a used Integrated) and being that i never really play music at wall quaking levels, i thought that i would look into really nice looking tube integrateds in the 10-20 watt range for similar money to 40-60 watt integrateds of lesser quality. any suggestions? Is 10-20 watts too moderately powered to drive the speakers well?
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jvmonta
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If you're not queazy about kits look into the Consonance Ella available from DIY Cable. 40w push-pull that has a great reputation and very high quality parts. About $600-$800. Good luck!
s7horton
1,077 posts
 
Anthem INT 1 about 600 bucks used. It's a nice unit.
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marakanetz
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simple recipie:
go to ebay search on pathos among consumer electronics
buy now for 1,149 with new set of driving ecc86 NOS Telefunken tubes.
this seller accepts paypal so the transaction is most-likely secure
guaranteed to smoke Anthem.
kelsey4law
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Try some of the Jolida products. You get a lot for your money. I have the JD1501 tube/solid state integrated amp with 100 watts. I love it but you must know there are some limitations such as no phonostage and no tape loop and only one set of speaker outputs. Good side: tons of power, I run four 8 ohm speakers and the volume knob only goes 1/4 turn before the volume is too high. I got it at Response Audio on line for $575, including tube upgrades.
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