SET Amp question

lewhite,

it is possible to add circuitry between amp and speaker to present a more tube friendly load. merlin rc network option is such a solution. i have read where some more tech savy listeners have done similar themselves. agoner gallant diva has done something along this line to better run apogees of high power tube amps. so it is possible but not commonplace. not sure there is anything that can practically be done to make low efficiency speakers play louder off a flea powered set.

Do you think extra big powercables might tip the response for more at 100-200hz

Better power cables might deliver current more effetively to the amp if that were an issue but I would not expect a power cable change alone to deliver the desired results.

My speakers (EgglestonWorks Fontaine) are not the most efficient (Dynaudio Esotar tweeters), but I am able to drive them to satisfying levels in my medium/large room with Audio Mirror 45 watt SET monoblocks. Rated at 45 watts, but Vlad says more like 55, with peaks to 90. And I do love their glorious SET qualities.

http://www.audiomirror.com

Rock,

Thanks. Yes, I have had several respond indicating that some better built higher power SETs have produced good results with some less efficient speakers even in lieu of a separate powered sub.