Daedalus

Jazdoc, does that mean you use Modwright with your speakers? I liked them in both the rooms Daedalus speakers were in, though I thought the Da-Rama's sounded better. I am sure this was to do with room matching. I am not sure about the amps, they seemed to lack the tube magic I am used to, i.e tube colouration I am sure. That is why I was seeking views on alternatives

David12:

What is your budget for the int amp?

Barrelcheif, Say up to $10000, but preferably less, at a discount second hand.

I have not heard all of the amps in your list. However, based on my experience, I'd suspect that you could be very pleased matching your Daedalus speaks with the Moscode power amp or the LSA integrated.

Both of these have been on my short list at one time or another.

Of course, there are other synergy factors that will play into this (front end, cables, preamp, etc.)

I have read about the nice match up of Modwright's new SS power amp with Daedalus speakers. I'd really like to hear how tube amp fans feel about this amp with Daedalus. Does the combo have the "magic" of tubes, or is it still an SS sound?

Please do keep us posted.

Barrelchief,

Sorry I missed your previous post...

I ended up with the Einstein Light In Dark amplifier purchased through Lee Island Audio. The stock amplifier is wonderful but tube rolling takes things to a different level. Currently I have Amperex NOS tubes and dying to try either Siemens CCa or Telefunkens when funds allow.

At its price, the ModWright is excellent with the Daedalus. I know another Ulysses owner who is delighted with Atmasphere M-60 amps.

This weekend, Lou upgraded my speakers with Cardas binding posts which are heartily recommended.