I'm not familiar with your speakers, but if they are as efficient as you note, then McIntosh power could be a very desirable choice. While many might disagree, I find they provide super-clean power and uncolored flat presentation.
Their tube amps are what made them famous and the one that most people reference is the MC275. It's been made essentially the same way for decades and is now on its 6th generation. If you're patient and watch the ads closely, I'm sure you could find a MC275 III, IV or V in decent condition near your budget target. It features mono bridging if you want to go that route. There are also standard mono units in MC40, MC60 and MC75 variants.
If you want to go SS, the second generation MC7100 (it features XLR input connections) could be a good way to go. It offers 150 watts stereo and a mono bridge for 300. It was made with a toroidal transformer, is well-reviewed for sound quality, is bullet-proof reliable and sells in the $1200 per unit range. There are several others that you could consider, some of which are quite collectable and also near to your price point. The MC2300 is a famous example and is the amp that powered the Wall of Sound back in the day.
A good place to start researching what's out there and find out the best potential match would be Audio Classics. They're the foremost McIntosh retailer around, ship worldwide and have a stellar reputation. They're located in Vestal NY, so not far from the Mc factory. Surf their website - you'll find it a great source of information.
Good luck and happy listening!
Their tube amps are what made them famous and the one that most people reference is the MC275. It's been made essentially the same way for decades and is now on its 6th generation. If you're patient and watch the ads closely, I'm sure you could find a MC275 III, IV or V in decent condition near your budget target. It features mono bridging if you want to go that route. There are also standard mono units in MC40, MC60 and MC75 variants.
If you want to go SS, the second generation MC7100 (it features XLR input connections) could be a good way to go. It offers 150 watts stereo and a mono bridge for 300. It was made with a toroidal transformer, is well-reviewed for sound quality, is bullet-proof reliable and sells in the $1200 per unit range. There are several others that you could consider, some of which are quite collectable and also near to your price point. The MC2300 is a famous example and is the amp that powered the Wall of Sound back in the day.
A good place to start researching what's out there and find out the best potential match would be Audio Classics. They're the foremost McIntosh retailer around, ship worldwide and have a stellar reputation. They're located in Vestal NY, so not far from the Mc factory. Surf their website - you'll find it a great source of information.
Good luck and happy listening!