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best used amp around $2000 for B&W N802s

I am looking for a used amp in the $2000.00 range to power B&W N802. I here they take alot of watts to run, but i have also been told that 100 class a watts are better than 200 a/b watts. as most of you can tell i am new to this and could use some advice.

Thanks

Jake
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schoon OP
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Thanks alot for all of the different options i will read some reviews and see if i can demo some of these amps.

Thanks

Jake
steveaudio
331 posts
 
Bryston 7B-ST mono-blocs. LOTS of power, & each unit weighs only 50 lbs, + you'd get whatever is left of the 20 yr. warranty. Don't underestimate the need for a high power/current amp with larger B&W's......
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czbbcl
1,752 posts
 
The Conrad Johnson MF2500A would be a good choice as well. I can not comment on the sonc characteristics of class A versus A/B other than class A runs hotter and will need better ventilation.

Chuck
auaarons
94 posts
 
Consider a used Mark Levinson 331 power amp which outputs 100wpc @ 8 ohms and 200wpc @ 4 ohms. You should be able to find one in excellent condition for about $2200. Use a bi-wire instead of a single wire configuration to get smoother highs and cleaner midrange.

I find the Mark Levinson 331 musical and the Bryston 7B-ST theatrical (more Hi-Fi & less musical).
schoon OP
6 posts
 
I have a Threshold 400 model A amp that puts out the same 100wpc that the mark levinson 331 does. Is there much difference between the two?

Jake
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