Disclaimer: I am a Talon dealer.
Hello Millerdson...Basically, as long as you are running quality, high-current solid state, it is tough to go wrong. Although there are exceptions (see below), I do not care for tube amps with Talon speakers. As I have stated previously in the forums, Talon speakers thrive on high-current (feel free to verify this with Mike Farnsworth).
The only tube amps that I feel sound good with Talon speakers are those from VAC, WAVAC, Bruce Moore, Atmasphere, and Rogue. I have heard the BAT gear with Talon and it was ok, but not my personal preference.
Within your budget, I recommend that you add the following to your short list:
Simaudio W-5 Stereo
Simaudio W-6 Monos (within your budget at used pricing)
Electrocompaniet AW220 Monos
Spectron Musician II Stereo
Bel Canto eVo2 Monos
McCormack DNA-500
Rogue M-150 Monos (tube)
All are superb performers and which one would work best for you will depend upon your personal preferences.
Best Regards...Mike,Jr - Father & Son Audio
Hello Millerdson...Basically, as long as you are running quality, high-current solid state, it is tough to go wrong. Although there are exceptions (see below), I do not care for tube amps with Talon speakers. As I have stated previously in the forums, Talon speakers thrive on high-current (feel free to verify this with Mike Farnsworth).
The only tube amps that I feel sound good with Talon speakers are those from VAC, WAVAC, Bruce Moore, Atmasphere, and Rogue. I have heard the BAT gear with Talon and it was ok, but not my personal preference.
Within your budget, I recommend that you add the following to your short list:
Simaudio W-5 Stereo
Simaudio W-6 Monos (within your budget at used pricing)
Electrocompaniet AW220 Monos
Spectron Musician II Stereo
Bel Canto eVo2 Monos
McCormack DNA-500
Rogue M-150 Monos (tube)
All are superb performers and which one would work best for you will depend upon your personal preferences.
Best Regards...Mike,Jr - Father & Son Audio