Best amplification for Magico S3 newer version on your experience


I purchased a pair of S3 but now I am facing that I might not have the funds for top brands amplification that I see them pairing at shows CH, Solution, D'agostino

Etc.

I come over here looking for advice.

Currently using Luxman 509x. My room is 18x12 and I listen to low to moderate vol.

Thank you in advance.

 

 

 

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Showing 1 response by westborn

A bit of a change of perspective/focus from a senior citizen.

1. Try some MIT Matrix 60 or Oracle level speaker cables between your existing amp(s) and the Magicos, which need a little something different to keep from sounding sterile. $2K-4K.  I heard some S5s with even some good Constellation amps - very 'stiff' with no life at all. Absolare sounded great but not sure its enough power for your goals.

2. A couple of more budget friendly beast blasts from the past - Audire Otez, or Musical Fidelity kW500 or 750. Probably $2K-4K

3. Old school Krell FBI or new school Krell KSAi-400 Latter not near $2K-4K. :-D

I know.... [most] all budget and a bit dated.  As a newer/costlier suggestion, I saw an Audionet Humboldt on Ebay-England (220v though).