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Amp recommendation for Maggies 1.6Q

I listen mostly to jazz at relatively low levels and currently power the Maggies with a Jolida 302a. Although resloution is detailed and soundstage is wide, the music sounds distant, sterile and not-involving. Is this a result of a low power amp?
The source is a Simaudio Equinox CDP running through a Vintage VTL preamp.
What are your amp recommendations to get an involving sound?
giorgioh

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cmo
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You need power with Maggie's, lot's of it. Look in the archives as this has been discussed a thousand times before. I would, however recommend 150wpc (SS) at a minimum with 300wpc being even better. You need to make sure the amp you choose can deliver lot's of current too (i.e. if it's SS it should double it's power rating into lower impedance loads).

Chris
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