Help on choosing a amp for Dali Helikon 400 mk1

I am looking to spend $3500 on a used SS amp . I listen to Jazz on vinyl mostly, rock on vinyl and CD.My pre is a BAT vk 31.Room size 25'x16'

I appreciate you're feedback, thank you!

marcval01-10-2009 6:18pm

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jackarosey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6 posts 01-13-2009 at 08:35pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm using a Nad M3 to power my 400 mk1's and am stunned by the results. I demo'd the 400's on some McIntosh amps (not sure of the models) and quite frankly the Nad ranks right up there.
jackarosey Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6 posts 01-14-2009 at 02:40pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I find that the Nad M3/Dali Helikon 400 mk1 combo very warm and natural, but did feel I needed to upgrade my cd player (Rega Planet) in order to achieve that "live" sound that I dream of. I now have an Esoteric sa-60 source and am thrilled with the results: natural, warm, and life-like. Not true "live" sound, but pretty darn close.

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