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Integrated Amplifier Recommendations Needed

I have a pair of JBL L112 speakers in excellent condition, but I would like an integrated amplifier to drive them. The JBLs are fairly efficient, 89 dB @ 1 W/1 M, and the maximum recommended amplifier power is 300 watts. My room is 20X25 with 10-foot ceilings.  

100 wpc would be adequate; what do you all recommend?  I want to stay under $2000, and used equipment is fine.

I listen to 80% jazz, from small groups to big bands.  The rest mixes classical, classic rock, Steely Dan, etc.  

Best,

 

MB

 

samdance

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yogiboy
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The Belles Aria is a high current (16 amps) 75 watt 8 ohms 135 watt 4 ohms would drive those speakers with ease. I have used it driving 86 db speakers with no problem. You should find a used one for under $1500. There are many positive on line reviews.

Here is one of many!

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?&q=belles+aria+integrated&qpvt=belles+aria+integrated&mid=FE212EDA2F69552BCC3AFE212EDA2F69552BCC3A&mmscn=mtsc&aps=0&mcid=F1AC488EE39942B0909D962644DD65AC&FORM=VRDGAR

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yogiboy
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@dayglow

" My point is specs can be very misleading which means a demo is almost a necessity when unsure about amp/speaker synergy."

How does one do that when buying used? Just curious.

I used that Belles driving my easy load Harbeth HL5s and it came damn close to my tube separates. It is an old school integrated without all the bells and whistles. A think it would be perfect match with those vintage JBLs!!

 

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