Amp recommendations for Spendor


Looking at either Spendor A4 or A7 speakers and what best to drive them with.
I'd prefer the A7 since they're not all that much larger, better reviews, a bit more bass extension and easier to drive with the higher efficiency. My short list is either a Luxman integrated or possibly a Cary Audio setup of some sorts.
Room size is 15'W x 20'D. Cathedral ceilings. I'll be about 10' from the speakers. They'll easily be 3' from the back wall, 4' to 5' from side walls. Room is neutral as far as being either 'hard' or 'soft'.
I'd possibly consider the D7.2s but I believe they're a bit too much for my room size.Thanks in advance!
colpgmrguy

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Thanks Kren.  I guess I'd have to find a dealer near me that actually carries both lines for that to happen.  I'm in an area where that makes it tough.  I'd probably have to drive a while to make that happen.  Most comments I read, though, state that listeners prefer the D series.  If they have the $ to afford it.Since you own the D7.2s, what is your amplifier setup?
Thanks goldprint
I can't say I have a preference on SS or tubes.  To say, after many decades, that this is my first go around at a true audiophile system would be an understatement.  I like the Cary SS amp backend and their tube preamp front end (I'm in NC).  But I'm not sure I need all the power and if I even want to go the separates route.  Luxman is a great product and the L-507 would be my choice.  And I've been looking at the "hybrid" integrated amps.  SS power supply and tube preamp section.It seems the A series is readily available to purchase online but I'm hard pressed to find the D series.  Any idea of who the US distributor is?
I'm familiar with the favorable reviews on the CM3 and you can catch some variant of the CM online (eBay, this site).  I've looked at the Cary's and other tube integrateds.
I've been a bit hesitant on the full tube power setup (tube integrated or tube amp/preamp) since there is this (probably false) stigma that they're best for softer music.  Not that I'm a head banger but I do love classic rock.  About as heavy as I would get would be Tool or Metallica.  So I'd want something that can "keep up".There's also tonal neutrality across the board.  As long as all components are not colored/heavy/light in any part of the musical spectrum, they should play all types of music well.