Need amp suggestions for Hedlund Horns....
Audiogon Triode Labs 2A3 integrated listing http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews2/triodelab/1.html Reference to various 2A# tube pairs http://sophiaelectric.com/ 6 Moons review of Triode labs 2A3 integrated http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews2/triodelab/1.html |
Bradf, Here’s my take, the 2A3 integrated amplifier for1000 dollars is a good value choice from a reputable company. The Triode Lab Signature 2A3 SET for 1900 (4000 dollars retail) is a better long term choice, it has higher quality transformers, capacitors and power supply. This better amplifier would be exploited by the Hedlund speakers. I’d spend more for the higher quality SET. Charles, |
I have to agree with Charles better to spend more money now and get it right trust me its cheaper in the long run (speaking from experience). Transformer quality doesn't come cheap and makes a huge difference with SET amps, PP amps to for that matter. I can't imagine what my own amp would sound like without its huge overspec'd 60s vintage transformer. That Triode Lab Sig 2a3 for $1900 looks like the real deal, a well executed amp that uses high quality parts. |
Bradf, Thanks for your kind comments. Jond, Yes it is wiser to get the best you can afford the first time, it is definitely cheaper in the long run. I made that decision 7 years ago when I purchased my SET amplifier (Coincident Frankenstein MK II). There's been no second guessing, just pure musical joy. Charles, |
