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Amplifier recommendation for Legacy Focus 20/20

I am in need of your expert advise... I'm presently using Conrad johnson PV12L preamp with CJ MF 2200 amp to drive my newly acquired Focus 20/20.
Would the mcintosh mc275 be a good choice for these speakers?
Also looking at the Legacy coda mono-blocs
I know these are totally different amps.
Suggestions,ideas, recommendations???
thanks
flyfisher
jayarr
117 posts
 
Flyfisher,
I would definitely stick to solid state or hybrid amps. These speakers need alot of current. The 2 amps you mentioned would be fine. Other considerations would be Pass Labs,Blue Circle,Parasound.
flyfisher OP
46 posts
 
Jayarr, thanks for your input as you can probably tell I am not well versed in the electronics end of thos hobby. Would you favor one of the amps you mentioned or my previous considerations? If you or anyone else out there has the time I am open for an education.
Hybrid amps???
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sgr
689 posts
 
I've a friend with 20/20s a most awesome speaker system when you add a Krell KSA 250 to the mix. This amp makes these babies thunder and purr. The soundstage is wide and well defined and the bass/transients/vocals are to die for.
Good listening!
darrylhifi
498 posts
 
Krell, Mac , or Classe, all would do the trick, just a matter of your personal preference.
flyfisher OP
46 posts
 
Sgr,
you wouldn't happen to know where to find one? I've read on other threads about the 250 but I never spoke to someone who actually listened to them with the Focus.
Did your friend bi-wire, bi-amp? Room type comes into play... My listening area is 20x15 but one end at the length opens into the foyer.
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