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Focal Electra 1038be owners,

 what size is your listening room? I am seriously considering trying these, not sure if my room is too big/small. (pretty sure its not too big! )  Room is 14 x 21, with speaks on short wall, listening position about 14-15 ft away. Floor is carpeted and I have some treatments in place.  Thanks in advance for your input.
winoguy17
winoguy17 OP
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 Cant comment on any of your listed choices, but I highly suggest that whatever amp you choose , it should be able to drive a 4 ohm or lower load. These speakers need current.
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piramis
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What I'm using with the 1038be are the mono blocks PS Audio M700. These are excellent and powerful class D amps, going very well with the Focals. But, as you know, both are modern kits, the clarity is phenomenal, bass is there, highs as good and mids too. What is missing perhaps is the closeness and warmth of the vintage sound from 1975-1990.
Has anybody tried any vintage integrateds or modern tubes with these Focals?
Thanks.
eric5kim
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I've had great success with my 1038BE with ARC VT80SE, Raven Silhouette MK2, Odyssey Kismet. 

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