Thank you guys! I have definitely thought about just using the amp I have now, but I can sell this amp and buy the new amp without really having to spend any of my own money (and college is paid for!). Definitely going to look into the DR-8, etc. Thanks.
Amplifier for Magnepan MMG
Hi all,
I just today picked up a lightly used pair of Magnepan MMGs. I'm absolutely FLOORED by these speakers. I have on issue though. My current amplifier, the Onix SP3 MKII, is fabulous but I fear clipping if I drive these to high volumes (I've not experienced this yet at my low volumes, but I want to avoid it all together). At any rate, I'm considering a new integrated amplifier to replace this one. All tube isn't an option at my price point (<$550 used) but hybrid may be. So far I'm considering the Jolida 1501RC, Cambridge 640A v3, and the Rotel RA-1062. All are highly reviewed, but would have historically been a good match for the MMGs? I can find a lot of info for amps for these, but most are currently out of my price range (give me a break, I'm in college!). I've got no problem with an amp/preamp combo, but it would still need to fall into my price category.
I just today picked up a lightly used pair of Magnepan MMGs. I'm absolutely FLOORED by these speakers. I have on issue though. My current amplifier, the Onix SP3 MKII, is fabulous but I fear clipping if I drive these to high volumes (I've not experienced this yet at my low volumes, but I want to avoid it all together). At any rate, I'm considering a new integrated amplifier to replace this one. All tube isn't an option at my price point (<$550 used) but hybrid may be. So far I'm considering the Jolida 1501RC, Cambridge 640A v3, and the Rotel RA-1062. All are highly reviewed, but would have historically been a good match for the MMGs? I can find a lot of info for amps for these, but most are currently out of my price range (give me a break, I'm in college!). I've got no problem with an amp/preamp combo, but it would still need to fall into my price category.