Given the complex and low-ish impedance curve of the M-L speakers, I first of all think you would be best off with solid state amplification, even though I personally use only OTL tube amplifiers to drive ESLs. Among SS amplifier designers, I think Nelson Pass is the most brilliant and innovative. This predisposes me to suggest a Pass amplifier first of all. Ayre is also a great brand with excellent, intelligent design. Both of these companies make amplifiers that can optionally be driven in balanced mode, which is another plus. I don't know what your budget is, and you really should state it, but otherwise you cannot go wrong with Pass or Ayre.
So Hard to Decide on an Amp
Hey,
So lately I have been thinking about getting an Amp and using my existing Vincent SV-500 Hybrid Integrated as a Pre-Amp.
I have inquired about some amps in other threads but it just seems so hard to decide as to what will have good Synergy with my system.
Wish I could try out all the Amps that I am thinking about but that would be quite difficult.
The one that is at the top of my list (mind you I haven't personally heard any of these, just going on reviews) is the Pass Labs XA25.
But am also considering the Parasound A21+ and A23+, Benchmark AHB2 and Mystere PA21.
All of have received good reviews and comments from folks.
I suppose the Parasound, especially the A21+ would provide the best Base Response but the others would also be quite worthy.
Tomorrow, I have a Technics SL-G700 SACD Player arriving and so I will be playing with that for a little bit to see if I like it (I am pretty confident I will). My current Denon DVD Bluray Player which I was using has been acting up and I decided it was time for an upgrade.
But soon after, I think I want to try an amp. Not that I really need it, the Vincent satisfies but I am just curious to what an Amp can bring to the table in my system.
Thanks
Jay
So lately I have been thinking about getting an Amp and using my existing Vincent SV-500 Hybrid Integrated as a Pre-Amp.
I have inquired about some amps in other threads but it just seems so hard to decide as to what will have good Synergy with my system.
Wish I could try out all the Amps that I am thinking about but that would be quite difficult.
The one that is at the top of my list (mind you I haven't personally heard any of these, just going on reviews) is the Pass Labs XA25.
But am also considering the Parasound A21+ and A23+, Benchmark AHB2 and Mystere PA21.
All of have received good reviews and comments from folks.
I suppose the Parasound, especially the A21+ would provide the best Base Response but the others would also be quite worthy.
Tomorrow, I have a Technics SL-G700 SACD Player arriving and so I will be playing with that for a little bit to see if I like it (I am pretty confident I will). My current Denon DVD Bluray Player which I was using has been acting up and I decided it was time for an upgrade.
But soon after, I think I want to try an amp. Not that I really need it, the Vincent satisfies but I am just curious to what an Amp can bring to the table in my system.
Thanks
Jay
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