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The right amp for Martin Logan Ascents

Okay folks, somebody give me some good suggesions for good amps to mate with the Martin Logan Ascents. Experiences don't necessarily have to be with the Ascents, just recent models (SL3s come to mind) . The setup will server double duty in a home theater, so it's SS for now. Here's a list of current considerations:

--Spectral DMA 150 (possibly an older model)
--Aragon 8008BB (IMO this amp is incredible for the price)
--Plinius SA-100
--McCormack DNA-125

Any input would be appreciated.
mredel
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fstein
199 posts
 
altho a little bright, the capian integrated plus biamped power amp sounded great on my SL3's. I am presently using the Innersound., and it will drive anything....while not as transparent as the caspians, I am now going to sell my subwoofer!
Frank
ljgj
955 posts
 
Check out the Innersound amp. 300wpc - made for electrostats.
ljgj
955 posts
 
Also the Electrocompaniet 120.
vtvu
97 posts
 
I used to have the Ascents. Used the Transcendent Sound SC150 tube monos on them to good effect. Not a SS amp but with 150 watts/channel it has plenty to drive the Ascents. I actually am having them on an audiogon auction now.
Good Luck
mredel OP
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Good follow ups. Keep em' coming. I'm a little new to high end audio (my last setup was Marantz MA 700 monoblocks with NHT 2.9s) . I should mention that I am using an Acurus ACT-3 preamp, and not currently looking to change. As I mentioned in the post, this will serve double duty in a home theater. My understanding is, tubes are generally lacking in the bass dept., and might not be "quick" enough for HT. I'm not 100% opposed to tubes (just want to make sure I get the right amp for both HT and music). That said, if anyone has had experience with Rogues and the MLs, please respond.
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