I too had my Virgo's powered with the ARC VT100 MkII amp. It was a superb combination, far better than the dry ML 331 SS amp I had previously used. The one area where I felt improvement could be made was, of course, the low frequency. The Virgo's are very articulate in this area, but they require the current and control that only a solid state amp can provide. As audiophiles we want it all. I did not want to sacrifice graceful highs and lush mid's only tubes seem able to provide. SOLUTION: LLANO DESIGN TRINITY 200 Hybrib Class A power amp. Two gain stages. Tube voltage stage drives Hex-Fet current stage.Also features tube interchangeability, so you can voice amp to your taste using a variety of triode's.I've tried many amp's with these wonderful speakers and this product is the best by far.Do yourself a favor and check out their website. They offer an in home audition program, so you have nothing to lose. Goodluck, Adam
Audio Physic Virgo Solid State Amps ?
I am looking for a good used solid state amp for my AP Virgo's. I currently run them with a vt100m2. I want something with excellent soundstaging, high detail, and tremendous bass. I listen to lots of jazz, classical soloists, vocals, and blues. I will spend between 700 and 3000. It should also have both rca and balanced inputs. I am considering a mccormack, levinson, or a pass amp. ---- Has anyone heard good Virgo/Solid State matches anywhere ?