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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
vayasteve
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Well Inever had a pair of Ascents but I did had a pair of Sequels,as for a Solid State amp i would recommend the Conrad Johnson MOSFETs amp.Or Threshold power amps,they go very well with Logans,and that is my opinion.
samir
17 posts
 
YBA amplifiers work great with Martin Logans (minimum YBA 2 HC). You may to try Simaudio W5 or W10 as well.
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kirk930
285 posts
 
out of the amps you mentiond ,the mccormick is the one. but i would say tubes of course. the little bat may be a good choice . how much do you want to spend? not only are tubes more detailed than ss but they are more lifelike. i run tubes in my theater as well.
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