Best Integrated for Martin Logan Motion 12's?

I was one of those that suggested the Marantz PM8004 but obviously this unit doesn't appeal to you. That's OK but the fact that it has been suggested so much at 1K list, should speak volumes about its performance.

So I will offer another unit to consider. This one will sure get the job done with its dual mono construction and 125 wpc.

http://www.onecall.com/music-hall-a70-2-black-open-box-integrated-stereo-amplifier

Just a little above your budget but not too much. Hope this helps.

Paraneer is correct about the Marantz and the Music Hall. Some great integrateds out there for $1k new or pre-owned.

Thanks guys... I've been looking also at a musical fidelity A3.2 or a300, actually started this search with the music hall a35.2 and a50.2...ive looked all over the Web. Researched a lot of unknown manufacturers.. Found lots of complaints or rather... Shortcomings.. Though I realize this is a subjective and component related pursuit.. Rooms.. Speakers.. Cables and dac's all play a roll. I'm sure at this price point a sacrifice must be made.. I'm still keeping a close eye on this and other hi-fi auction sites.. Demo units from retailers.. Trade ins.. The rogue sphinx for a few Bills more.. Though at 1100 which got a thumbs up from the banker... Though I think this pursuit it beginning to ware her down.. The hybrid is of interest to me as well.. Seems the 1500 mark starts a new level of consumption...
I'm one to get caught up in specs.. S/n.. Thd... Damping... Freq range... I enjoy a lot of music that plays with the low end.. I want something that can produce something more dynamic on that side.. Thanks again.
J

Perhaps you'll be best served by incorporating a sub woofer in your set up. You can dial them in at agreeable frequencies and many are active, so the main amp isn't saddled with making the lower octaves stand out.

Something with tubes. Then get some Amperex gold pins for the input tubes. I have a bunch of ML gear and they love tubes ...