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Choice: ATI 3000 or ODYSSEY STRATOS PLUS ?

Hello.
I just upgraded my speakers to Focal Chorus 836 .
I need to upgrade my amplifier.
With my budget, and I want to buy new , I am looking at ATI 3000 or Odyssey Stratos extreme.
I am looking for advice or insight on these amplifiers. The system is in a fairly big room, so the thought is I need some power.
The budget is 3500 dollars . It has to be build in America.
Comments and insights appreciated.
Thanks.

rockanroller
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stereo5
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I have a Stratos  stereo Extreme+++ amplifier with all the bells and whistles including the Kismet circuit boards and the Symphonic Line Capacitors.  I have had this plugged in to my main system since 2011 and since then, I have upgraded all of my other components but the amp.  Trust me, it's that good.  Sure, if you want to spend 5-10 grand, there is better but not that much better.


My amp is driving Golden Ear Triton Ones and with my all tube preamp, it's a match made in Heaven.  My Stratos extreme+++ which cost me 2200.00 back in 2011 replaced a 3000.00 Classe' Amp which had more power.  The Odyssey amp walked all over the Classe' and ate it for breakfast.

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bubba12
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I'm thinking of getting the Stratos Monos and the Tempest preamp to match with Triton Ones. Do you think thats a good combo?

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yogiboy
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Another option you can check out!
http://www.avahifi.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=169&Itemid=254
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bubba12
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I will check them out. Thanks.
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arcticdeth
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Would you buy used and have them upgraded to NEW status by klaus?   I have a minty older pair of silver face stratos, interested??

let me know please. I was going to have my stratos upgraded to kismet, but will take me longer than expected, and if you would like these amps, to ship to klaus, he will do whatever you want.  You will be happy with condition, well taken care of. 
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