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Integrated amp for Focal Aria 948 speakers? SS or tube

Looking for integrated amp suggestions to pair with my new Focal 948s Integrated tube preferred,  but will consider SS...Budget $2K-4K
larseand
larseand OP
49 posts
 
I think the PL is to my liking...now it's HP version vs basic DiaLogue Premium...about $1100 difference.
mdelrossi1
79 posts
 
@larseand are there any PM dealers in your area? Maybe you could ask them for a demo. As someone mentioned in another thread, your minimum ohm is 2.5 and might need the extra umph of the HP. 
There’s only one way to tell.
I find in my 12X16x9’ room I can’t get past 12’oclock on the volume control, unless it’s a really low volume cd. 
Where are you located?
good luck 
mdr
zerolennon
2 posts
 
@larseand What amp did you end up with?

I recently got the 948s and initially setup with my Peachtree Nova 150. The sound was lacking something. Long story short, the sound was enhanced when I upgraded to the Nova 300. It not only provided a boost of power but it also improved the nuance of the soundstage.
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johnnybel
6 posts
 
So Belles Aria Pre and mono amps 112 watts per channel how would 948 do with my combo
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twoleftears
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Same set-up 3xBelles w/ PMC Twenty/24 speakers listed at 90 dB sensitivity: I can't turn the preamp much beyond 9 o'clock because it would be too loud, though I suspect the preamp might work optimally if the volume were closer to noon.

Focal 948's are listed as 92.5 dB.  You do the math...

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