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What amp are you using with your Gallo 3.1's?

I bought a pair of Gallo 3.1's in September. I am currently using a Response Audio Platinum modified Jolida 502b with KT88/98 tubes, 60 watts per channel. Input tubes are vintage Tungsol and Valvo. I am, for the most part (audionervosa) satisfied with the sound. Timing, rythm, and pace is good, the sound is happy, toe tapping fun. Very musical. I had a Mcintosh 6900 for a cpl of months 200 watts with autoformers. I was dissapointed that there seemed to be no synergy with these two components. The sound was rolled off, flat, and lifeless in my system, in my house. YMMV

I am just curious what other Gallo owners have tried, what worked well, what didn't, and what you are using now.
leatherneck1812
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mapman
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"As far as high current amps are concerned, at low volumes does it have much impact on the music?"

Yes, that is exactly where it matters most.

"I am anxious to hear what you think of the Wyred 4 sound amps. I have been thinking about trying one myself."

I have heard good things and it is high on my list of high value, high power, high current amps.
tjnindc
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I auditioned a pair today. I am pleased to see that Dopogue has had some decent luck with a moderately powered tube amp and the Gallos. I currently run a PrimaLuna Prologue 3 & 5 and was a bit worried. I think I'd likely go down the route of the SA amp as well.
leatherneck1812 OP
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Dopogue,

Do you have the option to use either 4 or 8 ohm taps on that unit? and if so which do you use?
dopogue
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No option. I'm assuming something close to 8 ohms but don't really know. I'll have to ask the amp designer sometime.
barry_e_cohen
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Audio Alchemy Overture OM150 with PSU150 + PSU150M

I'm happy with it, but sometimes wonder if a more powerful amp would yield better results.
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