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Integrated Amp to match with Magico A3

Have just ordered a pair of Magico A3, and looking for integrated amplifier to pair with it. As I heard once which had a very disappointing result to pair with Gryphon 300 in a local Hifi show in Hong Kong. Reallly looking for recommendations on matching amplifier. Planned to get a Marantz PM-10, but worried that the single box may not be powerful enough to push the A3. On the other side, some said Hegel H360 with 4000+ damping factor may suit even better.

thank you in advance
eldonfung
iar
21 posts
 
I purchased the Gryphon Diablo 120 with the optional DAC for my Magico A3s. I did not demo the Hegel 360 or 590, which I had hoped I could do before making my decision. I really liked the T+A 3100, but it was beyond my budget.
caphill
667 posts
 
T+A will be a great choice if you can afford it. The Rega Osiris analog integrated amp (no DAC) will also be a great choice for the Magico A3. The Osiris is Rega's flagship integrated amp and it retails for $10k new. 

antwill
3 posts
 
I consider it a benefit to have an integrated amp with no DAC, though it's good to have the option of adding one internally if desired. That way I would not paying for a DAC if going with an external unit. The T+A is well beyond my budget, but used ones get into the ballpark of what I am willing to spend. Thanks again, everyone, for the responses. So much to consider...   :)
russellrcncom
308 posts
 
Sinewaveron:  Can you at least tell us what mode you're running your Vitus in?  is it pumping out 25 WPC or 150 WPC and if the latter, do you feel this is better than the RI-101?
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