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Looking for great Amp for Martin Logan Prodigy woofers

I am rebuilding my audio system; centered around getting the most out of the Martin Logan Prodigy.  I have Audio Research VT 100 (intended to drive the panel section).  Now I am looking for a second amp (stereo or Mono blocks) to drive the low end.  I've seen a lot of people using McIntosh, but I am not going that way.  I want a used, well-built and rugged, yet musical amp, (like the Krell FPB 300).  The budget is $2.5k  Does anyone think Krell is the way to go? Suggestions please.
Thank you
 
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monoogan
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I did a passive biamp using two Adcom GFA5802s on my Ascent i hybrids and I was happy for several years. When it came time to upgrade the amps I went to a single Pass X350 and still haven't looked back.

I guess my point is that one really good amp might be better than two mismatched amps. Doesn't mean that won't work. You won't really know till you try. There's probably a magic combination waiting out there somewhere.

Good luck
monoogan
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Two VT100s would generate a lot of heat. Not saying it's a bad idea, I've had one and replaced it with a Ref 110. People do bigger tube amps all the time but that's like 7 or 8 amps of standing current and 16 6550s in one room.

That's dedication.
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