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Magnepan 3.7i amp pairing

Hi folks,

I’m on the verge of springing for Magnepan 3.7i, despite their drawbacks: power-hungry; hard to place off the wall; size; etc.  

I listened to them via Rogue Audio monoblocks, which I can’t afford, but I’m being told that the Rogue Audio DragoN Amp and Rogue RP-5 v.2 pre-amp is a sufficient combination to drive the 3.7s.  No doubt my current Rotel 1572 integrated amp is not enough.  Will probably add, later, two subwoofers beyond the current JL Audio 110, perhaps RELs.

 

Thoughts, when time allows?

Many thanks,

paul

 

 

jazz99
boxcarman
428 posts
 

The Hegel 250w  rms seems to be a good match for me.  Never runs out of power due to a high damping factor.  Paired with a Velodyne 12"  sealed box sub.  You do need a sub for blues, reggae etc.

margaretha
46 posts
 

For get it with hegel 250w to run the 3.7.

aldnorab
174 posts
 

Orchard Audio StarKrimson Ultra. Leo builds his own proprietary modules. I'm using them on full range Acoustat 3 Medallion. They've never sounded so good. First time in 40 years I feel there's enough power.

Orchard Audio is running an amp tour. You get to listen free for a week and just ship them to thd next person on the list. Then write a small review. More info on their website. Also check out the Absolute Sound YouTube channel. Tom gushes about using this amp with his Maggie's.

Thanks,

aldnorab 

bassdude
501 posts
 

What you need to do is grab an amp from Class D Audio to drive them until you can detetmine what you need. You can get one for $600-$700, or so, which will drive them very well, until you complete your search.

I’m using the SDS 370 which drives my new LRS+ about as well as they can be driven - and the sound is sublime - in all respects. And it only cost me $700 - new! It has all the power you need. And will let you enjoy them at their best until you decide what to do.

Classdaudio.com

Or - just go directly to the Sanders Magtech!

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