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Best amp for Salon 2

I am new here and working on my first setup. I was able to find an excellent deal on Salon 2 as the shop was getting rid of floor displays. Unfortunately they only carry Anthem STR and Mark Levinson in pre-amp and amp. I just heard Anthem and they sounded good. Mark Levinson is significantly expensive. Looking at the specs I could not make out much difference. This set up is going to last for years for me. Are there any better amps out there for Salon 2 ? I would prefer to stay below $25K. 

ac24
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jerryg123
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@tony1954 agree  and Audiotroy is always chasing the sale and always has the best solution. 

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ditusa
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@ac24,

Look at the McIntosh MC2301 amp. 😎

Mike

https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/amplifiers/MC2301

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audiotroy
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Sorry jerry we have a lot of great gear zesto t+a coda parasound electrocompaniet,krell and many others a 300 watt tube amplifier can easily drive salons

 

Dave and Troy

Audio intellect nj

ronboco
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@ac24 

25k is a nice budget. You should have many top quality amps to choose from. The Boulder 866 int is an amazing amp. 200 watts into 8ohms doubles to 400 watts at 4 ohms. Drives my 4 ohm speakers with ease. Good luck! 

chayro
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From a practical standpoint, I don’t think it’s a bad idea to ask your dealer to package something for you.  This way you can audition in person and later if you want to upgrade, you both have fixed reference points. Plus, you will have the benefit of full dealer service. IMO, buying blind or on the recommendations of others is not a great way to do it. Up to you. 

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