best amp for Martin logan sl-3

I agree SS or hybrid. Check out Van Alstine 350hc or 550hc. AVAhifi.com. I have a 350hc driving big Maggies and it is more than enough at 160wpc.

Aragon 8008 will drive those speakers like few amps can and for 2000.00.

I push my SL-3's with a Sunfire Cinema Grand, using the 3rd and 4th channels on the amp for the woofers (bi-amping) with great success. The amp is relatively inexpensive, incredibly flexible and power output is phenominal. Using the bi-amp method you put nearly 800 watts to each speaker. I am currently looking for a tube pre to "warm up" the sound. I think most SL-3 owners will agree the speakers sound even better with tubes up front.

I'm using a McCormack DNA 1/Rev B and am quite pleased with the sound. I had upgraded from the DNA .5 and tried the Plinius 100 before setlling on the bigger McCormack. As with all things audio, YMMV and trust your ears.

Just kooked up my MLs with Bryston 7Bs. Dual Monoblocks @ about 900 watts per. They sound excellant,presentation is fantastic, and they run cool. You do not need full power....