I am on holiday and not able to follow this thread so often, so this is just to say, thanks for more advice and suggestions, and also: I use the Aesthetix Io, so I am not exactly new to tubes.
Tube amp for "difficult" speakers,,,
I have a pair of Consequence Dynaudio, mk 2. They work well with my s-state 2x600 watts amp and sounds great esp at large volume levels. But I want to switch to tubes, and even triode if possible. Is good tube amplification unrealistic with these 83 db sensitivity speakers? I am probably not the only one with somewhat "difficult" speakers so all advice is welcome.
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They're no longer made, but you might look for a Mesa Baron. Here's one available on eBay. |
A couple of years ago I heard two models of Dynaudios large floor standing speakers driven with ease by VTL 450 monos. On other occasions, Dynaudio Temptation were driven by the superb Atma-Sphere MA-1s. The Atma-Spheres, VTL and Sim audios Rock solid state amps were a very good match driving Dynaudio speakers. I would like to add ,I purchased a pair of Dynaudio Special Anniversary 25s in 2004 to use as a second pair of speakers in my system. I found the Atma-Sphere M60 MK11 monos a thrilling match for the speakers. Even the 30 watt Atma-Sphere amp drove them with no noticeable problems. For sure I prefer tube amps driving Dynaudio speakers. If you are going to keep your currant speakers, perhaps try the VTL 750 I have listened to the Temptation on a few occasions and have seriously considered them at one time, a used pair however. O holter, this may sound crazy for the price difference, however it is for real. For a fraction of the price the Canadian Grand Veena Reference 3A speakers is a must listen. Right now I am in the city where the 3As are made. I have listened to them ....Absolutely stunning for the price. What I heard, I like them better then the Temptations including a few other expensive brands on my shopping list. |
Tvads assessment of the issues is a sound one. Atmasphere takes a very different approach to tube amp design that just might fit the bill. I would investigate this further if I were you. This is a topic of interest for me as well in that I like what I've heard recently with good modern day tube amps but my Ohm 5's (and Dynaudios) both present a challenging load that I do not believe most tube amps would handle very well. O Holter, I'd be very interested in hearing about your results if you go the tube route with the Dyns. |
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