Best amp for Von Schweikert VR4SR mk2?

What is the best amp for VSA VR4SR mk2? $3000-$4000 USED
Thank you

ellyjr11-09-2011 8:12pm

ellyjr OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 97 posts 11-14-2011 at 06:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Ozzy I think you are right, they are hard to drive. The specs claim 92db sensetivity, but I think the impedance gets real low.
fplanner2010 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 283 posts 11-14-2011 at 11:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Vac has always been my choice driving VSA speakers(not 4's). McCormack DNA-500 if you want solid state.
glenfihi Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 525 posts 11-15-2011 at 01:42pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Elly, I am using the McIntosh MA6600 integrated amp which has 200 watts per channel. Used they may be had for the top of your price range. I purchased mine new, on an very good deal for less than five thousand. I have also used a tube 55 watt integrated amp to great results. As good as it is, and I really enjoy it, I like the McIntosh better. Happy hunting.
ellyjr OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 97 posts 11-15-2011 at 03:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Fplanner2010 What preamp you were using with Mccormack DNA500? Thanks
fplanner2010 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 283 posts 11-16-2011 at 12:32am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Vac Phi 2.0, I believe. Real nice synergy, but of course not as good as the VAC:VAC which followed.. :-)