@soix I currently have an NAD C338 integrated. My main goal is to try to get closer to a "holographic" soundstage that is not fatiguing. My system right now is not bad to my ears, I just want to try to take a next step towards that being in the room with the artist feel. My budget is $1,000 - $1,500 depending on if I keep my Triangles.
First Tube amp suggestions
I am thinking of buying my first tube amplifier and really have no idea where to start. Years ago I listened to a Sophia Electric el34 amp (SET) driving a pair of Joseph Audio rm7si bookshelf speakers in a very well set up room and could not believe how sweet they sounded together for the price. (It really felt like James Taylor was in the room). I regret that I never pulled the trigger on that system and do not know what a good entry level system would be nowadays. I listen mainly to male and female folk rock and an occasional classical or jazz album (Cd's and streaming from Tidal) My current speakers are Triangle Borea BR03's -90 db but am open to swapping them out. and the listening room is 14' x 20'. There is a lot of internet chatter about low cost tube amps like the Reisong A12 and the mid priced Williston R8. Are these amps worth buying or where should I start? Thanks in advance!
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@perkadin Thanks- yes the sub out is a consideration I am mulling over. I have an older Adire Audio Rava sub I could put into the mix for now if I am missing the very lower end. @soix I have been eying those RM22xl's and I heard them at the same dealer that I heard the RM7's years ago. They are definitely more weighty , but I remember them less holographic if that makes sense- Could be my memory. they were hooked up to different amp though - cant remember which. Thanks for the suggestion. As stated above, starting down this road will be an expensive but enjoyable journey! |
Thank you everyone for such great information. I spoke with the kind folks at Black Ice yesterday and they were very helpful and patient. I think I will be going that route (I am now deciding on the fx10 or pushing my budget to the f11) I can already see this hobby is going to be an expensive one, but am excited to chase the sound I think many of us look for. Thanks again and will post how the my Triangles pair with whatever I end up with! |