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Spendor SP1/2E: Best Integrated Amp to Use?

Considering a new or lightly-used integrated amp (tube or SS) to replace the aging Linn LK-1/LK-2 combo currently driving a new pair of Spendor SP1/2E's, and would appreciate opinions, esp. from those who have used these loudspeakers. CDP is a Planet 2000; TT is Rega P2 (soon to go for Nottingham or VPI Scout?). What really makes the SP1/2E sing? The Linn system I have seems to lack grunt and resolution, although the sound is quite musical. I listen to all musical styles, usually at moderate SPLs. 14X14 room.

Looking for nominees at two levels:
1. under $1000 (new or used)
2. under $2000 (new or used)

Thanks, Jim
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david_d
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Perhaps the Densen DM-10 inteegrated amp. It would fit in the second (under $2K) group used, I believe. It has all you mentioned your current setup lacks. It has grunt, deep bass, Biiig Sound/stage, awesome resolution and detail not to forget a very musical (almost tubelike) quality. I like Spendors very much and would own them if I had a smaller room...
Cheers!
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phasecorrect
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Older musical fidelity amps...great sound/build...
dreamer
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Gaincard has been driving mine for two years (replaced a KSA-150). and the used price is about $1500.
conover1
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Creek 5350SE is really nice but I ended up with the sp1/2e's in my master bedroom 18' x 16' being powered by my Pathos Classic MkII. Very Deep and wide with all the correct timber a system costing 20K would give you.
Bruce
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