Audio Physic with Solid State Amp

Hi, the system in my small study consists of the Audio Physic Step SLE monitors and the Plinius 8150 integrated amp. I've had this setup for 6-7 yrs and have not had an urge to change it. It plays music. The soundstage is well-defined and three dimensional. I've had a number of different digital sources in this setup, and this, IMHO, is the major factor affecting soundstaging and musical reproduction. Having said this, I do not know how the Mac amp will interface with the speakers. I would try an in-home audition before you put your money down, or at the least, consult with the dealer for his/her advice.

One of best systems I ever heard was a rig which included AP Avanti IIIs powered by Keith Herrons solid state monoblocks. This was a killer system. The only tubes were in the preamp. I don't think many tube amps would have the current and damping power for the Avantis.

I think AP speakers appreciate quality watts & current, whether ss or tubed.

Musical fidelity sounds really good with Audio Physics. As someone else mentioned, AP's are fairly inefficient. I've heard the virgos sound great with tubed gear, but have also heard them sound great with solid state gear.

well then, since we have crushed the theory that AP products only work well with tubes, let's talk about the appropriate size speaker for my small-ish listening space. it's only about 12' x 16' - speakers have customarily gone along the long wall. with the speakers about 36" or so from the wall behind them i end up only 7' or so from the speakers. speakers are about 7' apart and about 3' from the side walls.

what AP product do you think would be appropriate? i have always wanted to own a pair of virgos, but figured it was too much speaker for this room. i have been thinking about the new Spark - i thought the old Sparks were great! also thinking about the Tempo IV's.

I live with a pair of Audio Physics Tempo 3i for 3 years. My system is based on a solid state amp (Accuphase), and I have great soudstage an focus in my room.
The speakers are very good in the imaging department, with solid state or tubes. The problem is the quality of the amp not the technology used. If your tube amp sucks the sound sucks.
Because I've never heard your Mac amp, I cant comment about the combination, but I can say that the soundstage will rank between good and excellent. Try hear your amp with the speakers of your choice. Remenber that room space is important for the speakers to blossom.
More one thing - S7horton, never heard anyone mentioning that AP are fairly inefficient.