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Modern amp solution for Magnepan 2.7QRs with bluetooth and phono stage interfaces?

Time for a new amp. 

Magnepan recommends high current, 4 ohm, class A/B amp that comes close to doubling output from 8 to 4 ohms. I would indeed like to keep hearing the full dynamic range with full bass capabilities.

24x18 room with 9’ ceilings, so moderate power should suffice.  Perhaps 100 into 8 ohms and 200 ish into 4.

Is there a list of recommended amps for maggies? 

Recommended units or additional components with phono stage and modern streaming interface?
New (ish)  preferred, but my mind is open. 

Thanks,Grokkin
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maxinvalrico
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You may want to check out Emotiva amps.   
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panzrwagn
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Based on personal experience the Marantz phono s/n ratio is more than adequately quiet, and it's power more than capable of driving Magnepans. 

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jcadwell
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This is an old thread I see but just want to mention that due to sending my Odyssey Kismet amps off for upgrade Ihave been using the power amp section of a Marantz Model 30 to drive my Maggie 2.7X.  Mind you, these speakers have caused more than one amp to either just about melt or shut down. It's 100 watts into 8 ohms and 200 watts into 4 ohms and I must say I am quite impressed with the sound quality and coolness of the amp. It doesn't even get a little warm and provides plenty of volume, dynamics and imaging. I would think a Model 30 and a pair of 1.7i would be a great combo and would do a good job of driving your 2.7QRs while staying well within your budget. I can't speak to the pre-amp section but I was using it in my other system with a Topping E70 Velvet DAC and really enjoyed the sound. Supposed to be a great phono stage as well.

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