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Looking to downsize and for suggestions for amp(s)

I currently have a pair of Pass 260.8's and I am considering to start downsizing my main system. While I really like the amps, considering something a little more flexiable. I currently have them on platforms in front of my rack so they take a lot of real estate. Hoping for suggestions that might actually fit back in rack.

I curretnly use an ARC 5se with and I am not curretnly thinking about changing that or other sources or speakers, just the amps.

Mostly looking at SS amp(s) as I have felt that they usually mate pretty well with tube pre's.

Have a ML 23.5 in second system that I still really like, but that also requires a platform so that might be an upgrade to something a little smaller down the road.

Speakers are 87dB  Shahinian Hawks, also not currently looking to change.

Thoughts? Suggestions?

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stevea11757 OP
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I want to thank everyone for their suggestions.

As I am hoping to put some coin back in my pockets for perhaps another upgrade down the road, I think I will look at something in the used market first. I had been a little suspecious of the ARC ss, but since I have never heard one, I think this should be my starting point.

Taking a fast look at what is currently around something like this can be picked up so I can spend some time with it to make a determination on further direction (if any).

Will let you know...

 

Thanx again

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auroravengeance
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You had a lot of good suggestions, especially the AGD and SPL. 

Similar price to your Pass you could get Aavik P-280 which is a great performer. 

bolong
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Based on my recent experience with AGD Audion Mk3 monos I recommend replacing the stock fuses with AudioMagic Masterpiece M2 fuses especially if you are running horn speakers. Everything in the music gets very right very quickly.

denydog
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Not for everyone, but Benchmark ABH2 are certainly small and light for class AB amps.

tkrtrb125
134 posts
 

@denydog They are not Class A/B but Class H-G dual rail. . 

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