Fast & open sounding amp with great imaging 2k


I have 92db 8Ohm single driver speakers and I want to get more micro dynamics, detail, an open soundstage, and solid imaging out of them. Looking for recommendations. Budget 2k (2nd hand gear only)

on my list:

clones audio 25i
job 225
Benchmark AHB2
Aaron XX
Mystere IA11
Unison simply italy
128x128zuio

Showing 2 responses by melbguy1

I always liked the Classe CA-2200 which has plenty of power and headroom, is quiet, smooth, resolving & certainly fast. I know the CA-2200 was a great match with Infinity Renaissance 90's. This is a well reviewed amp & you can pick them up in good shape circa $2200-$2500. Btw the Classe pairs well with tube preamps due to it's neutrality and high input impedance (100kΩ).
10-24-15: Zuio
one more thing, my speakers sound best with higher than usual output impedance (my amp has variable output impedance and the best setting is 14Ohm)
If that's the case, then the Classe CA-2200 is not for you, as it has a very low output impedance figure of 0.0055 ohms @50Hz. Good luck with your search!