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Amp/ preamp for electostatics and why

I would like to get some ideas on what amp and preamp sound best with electrostatic speakers and does the brand of the speaker make a difference? Do they like high current or high voltage better? I am running a pair of Martin Logan SL3's with a pair of PSE Studio V monoblock's and a BAT VK-30 pre right now but would like to play with the sound. also wondering about changing tubes in the pre.
ikonetic
moonguy
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You may want to look at www.martinloganowners.com forum which is a wealth of imformation.I run Simaudio equipment with ML's, specifically Odyssey's. Simaudio amd ML's are a great match. My amp is a W-5 which is now discontined and can be bought at reasonable prices off agon. The rest of my system is the Simaudio Evolution equipment.

Myself, after using the Simaudio Evolution P-7 pre have no thoughts what so ever of trying a tube pre.As for an amp, it should be able to run at low impedance.

A lot of members of the ML forum prefer a tubed pre. Also a lot of members use Pass Labs amps.
gslone
274 posts
 
The Threshold T series amp and pre amp work great for my ML's
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cerrot
1,700 posts
 
I have Innersound Stats and amps. Roger Sanders designed the amps specifically for stats. Absolute glorious sound, They should be on your short list. Stats are a unique load for an amp.
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mofimadness
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I have the new Sanders ESL amp with my Martin Logan CLSIIA. I've tried many amps and kept this one.

Tube preamp wise, I've had excellent luck with Audio Research, Modwright, Cary.
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