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Integrated for Green Mountain - Classe, Bel Canto

Opinions please! - I am looking for an integrated amp (used) for my Green Mountain Speakers, these are 4 ohm and pretty efficient - currently using an Arcam AVR-300. Price range is 1000 to 1400, used Amps I am considering:

Classe CAP-150
Bel Canto S300i
Arcam FMJ A32

I do need pre-outs for subwoofer and a remote but other than that no bells and whistles, just looking for excellent sound. By the way, my source is a Monarchy DAC24 tube/SS DAC and Cambridge Audio DVD player for video. No TT.

Please don't provide opinion if you are selling one of these amps!

thanks

drew.
drewh1

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drewh1 OP
115 posts
 
Thanks for the feedback, I will look into the Eico.

I am using the Europa's but am hoping to find a pair of Callistos. Slowly moving up the chain!
drewh1 OP
115 posts
 
The Ayre seemed like the ideal amp but it has no pre-outs at all. That is a big problem as I run a sub with my GMA's.
drewh1 OP
115 posts
 
Garyralph,

thanks for your input on the Eico, I did read the article. I think that I am probably to lazy to deal with finicky and really need a remote!

Simaudio I-5 keeps coming up on the reviews - anyone have experience with it?

drew.
drewh1 OP
115 posts
 
Thanks for all your responses - after a lot of research, I decided on the Simaudio I-5 as a great match for the GMA's.

I have to say also, that not only are the Green Mountain's amazing speakers but Roy, the designer and the owner is a terrific guy who will help in anyway he can. He was terrific about giving me feedback and guidance on setting up my system.

I really enjoy the Audiogon community!
drewh1 OP
115 posts
 
Yes, Roy recommended I look at the Edge - I am just really on a budget as I am in the middle of a career change, in a couple of years, the whole kit is getting upgraded anyway!
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