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100W+ solid-state amps known for beautiful mids

Quad 909 back in the day had a reputation for the best mids running up to $5000. I've used it in the past and I would definitely say that the mids were the highlight on that amp. It wasn't overly coloured, a hint of warmth, but it had a purity and sweetness to its mids. Unfortunately, mostly everything else was okay at best, kind of rolled off at both ends and congested stage-wise.

I'm looking for that same purity and sweetness without sacrificing the rest of the sonic traits. What have been your guys' contenders for 100W+ solid state power amps with the best mids?
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gents
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I'm reading these posts and kind of envying how (relatively) easy it is/was to find a pretty damn good hundred watt amp.
I find it's a lot harder to find magic when you're looking for 250 w and more.
archiecb
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One mustn't forget the Fisher SA-300 for one of the best vintage power amps of all time. Talk about smooth meds, wonderful smooth high end, that amp kills it. Everything about the 1959-61 amp was great. It sounds better than the McIntosh MC 240, just does look nearly as (cool) sweet as the MC 240 but sound wise it is a keeper.
runwell
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You want to found Quad's house soundstage from another brand of amplifier.

That kind of search is very difficult, and in my opinion ,might not the right way.

You just upgrade from Quad's brand and you will get what you have.

 

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milby1
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