I would try a McCormack DNA amp. They are also getting a bit old but I believe the guys can still service them. They sound incredibly good and have plenty of power.
Looking for Forte 1A 50w Class A replacement for Thiel 3.6s
After 40 years I may need to upgrade my power amp lol. It is a great high current 50 wpc class A , but soon it will be 45 years old. I have not been keeping up on all the new high-end amps that can drive with high current the low impendence of the Thiel 3.6 that will delver HQ presentation Sure, 200 W would be nice , but I listen low /medium levels, and don't need the demand of 5- 8 DB more volume.
Any 3.6 users out there with a highly musical recommendation in the 75-150 watt range, not too edgy suited for the Thiel 3.6? PS I have the matching Forte Model 2 pre-amp , all Nelson Pass builds from mid 80s.
Any 3.6 users out there with a highly musical recommendation in the 75-150 watt range, not too edgy suited for the Thiel 3.6? PS I have the matching Forte Model 2 pre-amp , all Nelson Pass builds from mid 80s.
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Obviously you've been happy for the past 40 years and I understand as I have owned Forte and Threshold Class A amps, so why not send the Forte 1A to Jon Soderberg at http://vintageamprepair.net Doing a rebuild on it will make it better than new and you'll be good for another 40 years. You could also have them rebuild the preamp. |
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