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What amp to drive Magnepan MG12QR's

I asked a similar question a few days ago including 3 specific amplifiers I was considering. I am looking for opinions for other amplifiers to drive a pair of Magnepan MG12QR's. I want to spend less than $1,000. Please share your opinions or your thoughts.

Preamp:
VanAlstine Super PAS 3si (VanAlstine design not Dynaco)
I'd like something that will work well with this preamp.

Below is the rest of the system. Right now the only thing I want to improve is the bass. I want to tighten it and give the system a little more slam. My room is 14'x 13' with a 14' ceiling.

Oppo 980 with Scott Nixon DAC
Systemdek IV (not IIX) with Rega RB600 and ATOC9ML II
Rotel phono stage and DB Systems phono stage
Modified Dynaco ST 70 w Sound Valves input board and
many updates.
ponnie
narrod
1,064 posts
 
McCormack, Odyssey, Belles and Muse can all be found used within your budget. All will drive the speakers quite well.
narrod
1,064 posts
 
The Portal Panache integrated is also an excellent choice.
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mofimadness
4,992 posts
 
I agree with Wendell, (Narrod).

I found the Belles 150A Hot Rod to be magical with my MG12s. I also have used the Odyssey Stratos amps with great success.
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
any quality amp on the hi current side that does better than 100 watts per channel should do it. a van alstine amp or the beeles mentioned above are great choices. mccormick is another, or a cj solid state.
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