I just took delivery of my Zu Omen Dirty Weekenders two weeks ago. I have tried them so far with the Class D Audio CDA 250 power amp, as well as a Prima Luna Prologue Five. I much prefer the tube Prima Luna. I am using a Musical Fidelity CD PRE 24 as a preamp.
I purchased a MF m2si and it is available for $600 new ($1000 list), which is a great deal. I have not tried the pairing yet, as I was holding on to the MF for later use. It would certainly provide you with enough power for the Omens.
If you can find a Rega Brio R that might fit the bill, as well. At $1100 new it is outside your budget, but a used first generation might be available.
Rich
I purchased a MF m2si and it is available for $600 new ($1000 list), which is a great deal. I have not tried the pairing yet, as I was holding on to the MF for later use. It would certainly provide you with enough power for the Omens.
If you can find a Rega Brio R that might fit the bill, as well. At $1100 new it is outside your budget, but a used first generation might be available.
Rich