Klipsch Forte IIs, which amp?


I have a pair of Klipsch Forte IIs that I need an amp for. The preamp is a Parasound Zpre3. I was using a Parasound A23 but have moved that into a different room. The A23 sounded great, should I go for another or look into something else in the sub $1k range new/used? I’ve been eyeballing an older McIntosh MC7100 too.

Thanks for any input.
asahitoro

Showing 1 response by vegasears

I agree with georgehifi.  The Klipsch Forte were my first really good speakers.  I was new to the hobby and poor in the late 80's and used them with an SS NAD integrated amp. Not a bad combination but they could get tinny and glare with those early CD's.  Looking back, the Jolida JD-1000a integrated amp with it's EL-34 tubes I use in a 2nd system would have been a perfect match. The EL-34's have a nice high frequency roll off, a warm detailed mid range and plenty of bass.  Good Luck.