SS amp to mate with an Audio Research SP-16L

Well there are quite a number to consider - my favorites, which can be obtained in your price range are used models. I am very partial to Threshold SA3's - a pure class A amp that while it is only 50wts it can handle tough impedences that can be presented by Dynaudio products. Its a very neutral amp without grain or etched highs. I used it very successfully with Theils before I discovered Tubes. My next choice would be the Muse Amps - models 160, 175 or 300 (I'm a tube nut and while not tubish in any real way the Muse are very detailed and err a tad on the warm side, they have excellent bass and current delivery - they should match well with the Dynaudios. I use the 100 model as my summer amp for casual listening to avoid excess heat and I really don't miss the tube amps UNTIL I TURN THEM BACK ON).

Fellas

Wonderful suggestions! My 2ch/HT time spent is 75/25 respectively. Don't forget,any suggested amp needs to rise to the occasion of Home theatre as well as 2 channel. I use the bypass on my preamp. THanks again. Dave. I'm probably need an amp that can handle 150 wpc into 8 ohm load.

Canucks0- Long time 'goners know that for ss, I am a big fan of SMC-modded McCormacks. At $1500, you should be able to find a Level A or B+ moded DNA 1 @ 185 wpc, or an A+ 0.5 if you can get by at 100 wpc. Hard to imagine a better amp for the $, IM).

Canucks0- Have you thought about trying an Audio Research 100.2. This model was just recently discontinued. You can usually find one used for about $1800. This amp has long been considered the best solid state that audio research has ever produced. Many consider it to be the best out there under $5000. I think the synergy between your preamp and the 100.2 would be a great match. Just my 2 cents. Best-Gary