I had the Studio 20s with an NAD 744 receiver and an 80 watt tube integrated. While there were definite improvements in some areas with tubes, the overall sound was more balanced and satisfying with the NAD. The 20s are excellent speakers, but definitely dip into 4 ohm territory, which is not the strength of tubes.
int-amp for Paradigm Studio-20s?
Just ordered Studio 20s and am researching a quality integrated amp for it. Budget is $800-1000. Should I look at tubes?
This is for 2.1 music only, living room ... classical, jazz, some rock, mixed ... not super loud.
Haven't had a tube amp before. Are they high maintenance?
Any good entry-level hybrids perhaps?
Thanks,
Rob
This is for 2.1 music only, living room ... classical, jazz, some rock, mixed ... not super loud.
Haven't had a tube amp before. Are they high maintenance?
Any good entry-level hybrids perhaps?
Thanks,
Rob