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Amp for Green Mountain Europa

... Building a new system around the Europa's; also Discovery Essence IC's, Sony TA E86B preamp( to be replaced in time), Tyler Reference subwoofer.

Someone I trust strongly suggests 125-150 watt Edge or Blue Circle for amp. Soundstage, imaging, detail, power reserve are important, plus other common attributes of a higher quality power source.

~$2000 budget, new or used. What other amps should be on my short list to take advantage of the full potential of the speaker? I would also appreciate comments from those with experience with the Europa's and the two amp families mentioned.

I live where there is little or no access to audition finer gear so my decision will be made based on literature and on info gained from this sort of feedback. Thanks.
wrayray

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petewhitley
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Hi Roy,

You know I like it LOUD! When that tweeter went I assure you that the amp was pegged.(<: I'm using a Jolida 1501RC(100 watts) now and it sound much better. I wish that I could afford a Stingray or the like. Maybe one day.

I heard that you have improved the crossover in the Europa's. Is mine a pre or post improvement?

Pete
petewhitley
163 posts
 
Hi,

Your amp must be powerful! My 60wpc Vecteur Club Six wasn't enough and I blew a tweeter. I would go all tubes if I were you. If I had $2000 I would get the Manley Stingray. I think the GM would sound better with a powerful tube amp as opposed to solid state.

Pete
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