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ICEPower or Tripath?

I currently have a 845 SET feeding to a pair of Quad 12L2 speakers. Although I really love that tube sound, I am trying to get something with more power. Should I go for a Red Wine or something like the Bel Canto M300? I listen to both digital and analog sources about equally if that matters. Thanks.
toufu
reubent
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Before spending that much money, you might want to try a pair of Quad12L-active speakers. I don't know if the driver and cabinet are identical to your current speaker, but I own a pair and they are pretty darn good.

You can buy a new pair of Quad12L Actives for under $900 or wait on a used pair for probably under $700. If you love the actives, you can sell off the 845 SET and 12L2s and pocket the difference or spend it on other stuff....

Enjoy,

TIC
toufu OP
83 posts
 
I thought the 70.2 and 30.2 have the same power output? Both 30W at 8 ohms? Maybe the 70.2 is more refined.
markwatkiss
508 posts
 
That is true,30 wpc into 8 ohms.It doubles to 70wpc into 4 ohms.Further,the 70.2 offers 2X the maximum output current drive capability.
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