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Gallo reference 3.1 Amp + Pre? LINN MAJIK DS

Hi,

I'm a newbie in the hi-fi world. However, having aquired a pair of used Gallo's and a Linn Majik DS, I need to ask what is the best system match for these components?

I'm looking for a sound that is not too clinical or precise, but not too warm or mushy. The DS is supposed to be rather detailed, so they say. I would say I would like a sound on the neutral to slightly warm side while presevering detail without harshness.

I'm open to monoblocs, tubes, etc.. whatever is the best comination. I listen to electronic (ambient, trance, chill, goa), Indie and experimental/post rock, classical (piano concertos mainly), world music, symphonic/folk rock.

I'm confused about how to match the Linn. Do I need to go Linn pre and amp to make the DS shine, or other will manufacturers work better? I.e, tube amps?

Systems I've heard from those who own Gallos:

Nuforce monos, Spectron, Butler or Modwright tube pres.
Bell Canto or McIntosh.

Thanks for your help
Alan

aquablu8
mnm
6 posts
 
I use the Bel Canto S300i integrated with an Akurate DS and Gallo Ref 3.1s. It's awesome. Haven't heard a great number of systems, but I find mine to have a really natural, unforced presentation - it sounds great from electronica to solo guitar/vocal.

I have designs on a pair of BC REF500Ms and running the DS direct, using its digital volume control. You could run your MDS without a preamp if you only have a single source.
rlwainwright
1,904 posts
 
Check out the Butler Tube/SS hybrids - *excellent* amps for the Gallos. Here's a 6 Moons review:

http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/butler/2250_3.html

I have a Butler TBD-5150 powering Gallos in my surround sound system and it sounds spectacular!

-RW-
domtom
1 posts
 
Hi,

Not sure you still get the linn DS..
I am using the majik with an Almaro 318B and it sounds amaizing!
I currently have a pair of Klipsch chorus and the combination is awesome.

All the best
Dom
michael_moskowich
86 posts
 
Anthony Gallo Reference and many other speakers were developed (voiced ) using Spectron amplifiers. For many years, Mr. Gallo displays his speakers at CES, RMAF and similar hi-fi shows only with Spectron amplifiers. So it is not a "brainer".

Moreover, Spectron amplifier has very high input impedance - this allows you to match it with any preamp including best tube preamplifier. BAT is truly excellent, Joule-Electra, my favorite, preamps were voiced along with Spectron and thus there is synergy between Joule-Electra,. Spectron and Gallo

If you choose other transistor amplifier like Nuforce you mentioned - check its input impedance for matching with tube preamps in future

All The Best

Mike
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