Having just two weeks ago upgraded my Naim NAP DR 300 amp to Parasound JC1+ monoblocs for my Wilson Sasha2s I have to comment that technically the Naim had "enough" power and drove high current into low ohms, but I was not getting anywhere near the performance the Sasha 2s are capable of. I can highly recommend the Parasound JC__+ stuff, and regardless of brand I recommend giving your new speakers a ton of current. This is age old advice about lots of high current, but I just experienced it in front of my own ears. Also the sound quality at low levels was also greatly improved. Good luck.
Amp and Pre-Amp suggestions needed
I just picked up what will hopefully be my end-game speakers. They are TLS-1's based on the old Ohm F design, produced by Dale Harder of HHR Exotic speakers. I will probably share more in a separate speaker thread later.
It's become readily apparent that my Rogue Cronus Magnum III integrated is not cutting it with these speakers.
I am looking for suggestions on a tube-pre and solid state amp separates that will drive the TLS-1's to nirvana.
Here are my must haves:
- I want tone controls (treble/ bass)
- Again tube pre
- SS amp
- At least 150 wpc
- Want to keep my spend under $5k (new or used)
Yes, I already have Dale's recommendation, but I'm looking for other points of view here.
Thanks,
Joe
It's become readily apparent that my Rogue Cronus Magnum III integrated is not cutting it with these speakers.
I am looking for suggestions on a tube-pre and solid state amp separates that will drive the TLS-1's to nirvana.
Here are my must haves:
- I want tone controls (treble/ bass)
- Again tube pre
- SS amp
- At least 150 wpc
- Want to keep my spend under $5k (new or used)
Yes, I already have Dale's recommendation, but I'm looking for other points of view here.
Thanks,
Joe