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Best Amp for $300 to Power Paradigm Monitor 9s

I'm looking for a 2-channel amplifier to power my Paradigm Monitor 9 (series 7) speakers. I want something simple, with few bells and whistles, but excellent sound. I've read that the Paradigms are bright and so a warm amp would be the way to, and have heard that Marantz pairs well, but am open to any quality option.

My budget is about 300 dollars, and I'd like something in the 100 WPC range, so I will likely buy second hand vintage.
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Log with the Crown xls series as mentioned.
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The Crown is totally different and I have heard it. Nice class D amp.
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Ok, this is the very best amp for $300-$400. Very good sounding amp for sure. Muse model 100 just showed up!

http://app.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-muse-model-100-stereo-power-amp-silver-2014-09-19-amplifiers-95831-sacramento-ca
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Czarivey

You are right. Just disconnect the silly thing. The amp is not in a cab or rack and will breath just fine.

That Muse is a fine alternative for sure.
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