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Which solid state amp loves a 4 ohm load?

I am seeking your recommendations on neutral-sounding solid state amplifiers for around $1500 (or less) used. It will need to be a strong performer with a 4 ohm load and have enough power to fill a 60'x 20' room. However, I don't wish to sacrifice sound for power as I don't listen at high levels often enough. Speakers are Audes Blues and will work "backward" from there.

Thank you in advance for your expertise.
sydneysophia
unsound
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I was under the impression that Nelson Pass recommended his 3 stage Alephs for loads below 4 Ohms but not his 2 stage Alephs. As for me, I must be the odd bird here who prefers the sound of the X series (which with out regard to power requirements shouldn't challanged by the 4 Ohm impedance) to the Alephs. I haven't heard the newer XA series yet.
sean
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Unsound: My comments were primarily aimed at Nelson's earlier Threshold designs and the X series. The Aleph's will work okay with lower impedances, but would suggest using the larger models in such a situation. Like you, i too prefer the X series over the Aleph's and have not heard the XA's. Sean
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unsound
7,327 posts
 
It's comforting to read that I'm not the only one who likes the X series. I was starting to doubt myself.
mikesinger
572 posts
 
would suggest a couple of muse 160's mkII's running in mono mode...sound great with muscle.

mike
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