At 100 WPC, your McIntosh amp should be adequate to power your Maggies, however the size of your new listening room may not be large enough to get the performance you were used to. When Maggies don't get that combination of enough space and enough power, they lose their magic and I don't know how much a sub would help. I've not heard any of the Tektons, but suspect an apple-to-oranges type comparison which might be just what you're after considering all the recent changes in your life. Best of luck and please keep us posted.
Maggies to Tekton?
Hey Audiogon-ers. I've only posted a few times, as I mostly enjoy reading the threads and comments. I've been a 20+ year Maggie owner, and I currently have the 1.7s in my "new" (post divorce) house. I'm a big Maggie fan, but lately I've been craving something different...something with oomph and excitement - a dynamic speaker that will get my mojo going on jazz and modern rock. The Tekton line-up piques my interest, especially the affordable models - Mini Lore and Lore Ref. I mean, damn, for under a grand I can take the plunge. Plus, they have a 60 day return policy! My amp is the McIntosh MA 252, and I have a Sony HAP player for digital and Music Hall 'table for LPs. My questions: For the extra money, is the Tekton Lore Reference the way to go? Is there another affordable, high efficiency brand that I should consider? Is there anyone out there who has gone from Maggie to another (dynamic) brand and hasn't regretted the move? Thanks!