Amp for Focal Scala Utopia

Hi Missioncoonery - yep the mc452 is on the audition list for sure.

This might sound mad, but a dealer suggested the bel canto ref1000m mk2 also. Any thoughts from you guys on this? Would the c2300 and bel canto monos work I wonder?

Replacing the cheap 25 cent fuse will not produce a measured improvement but IMO improves the overall smoothness and little details heard from the likes of percussion and some voices. I use both manufactures in my system:

HiFi Tuning Fuses $39
IsoClean Fuses $29

Gold or Sliver are available.

Vishnu power cords delivers greater bass depth and weight, so you should be set with the MC275. If your using Golden Lion KT88 you should be getting close to 90 watts power and extended headroom.

Insight...most of my music experience is listening to fast instrumental jazz and latin and with emphasis on percussion and drums. Obviously I don't think the MC275 is slow IMO based on my music selection.

If the cost is not an object, I suggest to you to give a listen to the power amp Burmester 911 MK3 and preamp Burmester 088.

Lapierre ..Nice system I like your setup,try borrowing a SS amp like Pass labs,Boulder etc etc on those ribbons and then tell us what your thoughts are on the 275..just a suggestion.

Hi HR1 - I wish cost was no option. Unfortunately the Burmester gear is out of my budget! It does sound lovely though - heard it a couple of times.