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Audible Illusions M3B with Aragon amp?

About a month and a half ago I ordered a new M3B (was told I'd have it in 1 1/2 to 2 weeks - still hasn't been shipped!) and I'll be using it with an Aragon 4004 mk ii amp, along with some fairly low efficiency (86db) speakers T+A Criterion 300's.  The Aragon is kind of low impedance - 22k - and I'm wondering whether this'll be an ok matchup or if I'll have to start shopping for another amp?  Any opinions or experiences?
stmike
stmike OP
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Thanks. Not familiar with this item, but I'll check it out.
tooblue
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Everyone needs a set of these in their proverbial drawer, they are only about $65.00 and can come in rca or balanced can be used between amp and preamp (this is the way I use them typically) but can be used at the source as well, I have the 10db ones.
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m-db
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Is it now in vogue to boast about how long it took to get a repair or a new product because he's a good guy? Does he have any of your money? Do you actually understand why your waiting? Unique parts supply? Don't care? 

I believe this is the where the M3A/B design originated and you wouldn't believe the difference in sound quality.  

 http://hometheaterhifi.com/volume_10_3/bruce-moore-companion-iii-preamplifier-7-2003.html
carmenc
293 posts
 
Ideally you'd want an amp with 100kohm input impedance like a Belles or McCormack.  Probably others I can think of right now.  By the way, the AI and Belles amp have been a classic combination for years.  The inline attenuators appear to be a clever solution though.  Best......
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bdp24
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Does the AI pre still have 30dB line stage gain? Ridiculous!
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