MODWRIGHT KWA 150 GOOD AMP OR NOT?

I have some small Martin Logan ESL's and a few of these MODWRIGHT KWA150 AMPS have popped up used.. Anyone have any experience with these amps? Can they drive Electrostatic loudspeakers? Is it a good sounding reliable amp?

jeffvegas05-18-2020 9:10pm

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arcticdeth Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,572 posts 05-20-2020 at 03:33pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes, a great amp!
winoguy17 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,119 posts 05-20-2020 at 11:38am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete adg101, are you familiar yourself with the 2 units or just quoting Modwright? I have the LS100 and love it, been wondering how much I might gain synergy wise if I went to that amp....
jeffvegas OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 372 posts 05-20-2020 at 03:53am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Can this amp drive low impedances? Is it enough power? For 2 grand on the used market would you rather get an old Levinson, Krell or Classe?
adg101 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,062 posts 05-20-2020 at 02:16am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Taken from ModWright.com Summary of key elements of upgrade Upgraded model of Lundahl input transformer for improved speed and dynamics. Circuit design revisions to input circuits that lower distortion and improve dyanmics and resolution. Cryo-treated, solid core ultra-pure input wiring and 12GA stranded audio-grade output signal wire to binding posts. Revised capacitor bank (current storage design) that increases total storage (capacitance) and also lowers power supply impedance, which translates to faster current delivery to the output stage. This all translates to the following in terms of sonics: A more open and resolving overall presentation. Tighter and faster bass and transients. Improved speed and dynamics, whilst still retaining tube-like midrange qualities. Improved soundstage and low-level cues due to an even LOWER noise floor.
winoguy17 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,119 posts 05-19-2020 at 01:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Can anyone speak to the difference between the stock 150 and the SE ?
adg101 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,062 posts 05-19-2020 at 12:48am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Best bet is just drop Dan Wright an email and he’ll give you an honest answer or you might get lucky he’s in if you call. Very honest guy.
jeffvegas OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 372 posts 05-18-2020 at 11:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete So Matt should I pull the trigger on this amp? I can get one for 2 grand. I see in the amps specs that it doesn't double its power into lower impedance indicating that its power supply is not that strong. The Martin Logan go to 1.8 ohms. Hope this amp can push it.
mattmiller Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,497 posts 05-18-2020 at 10:51pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes, Yes, And Yes! To answer all your questions. Also, Modwright preamps go really well with this amp. The KWA 150 is a beast and a battleship. I have always loved the Modwright sound, warm accurate and tonally beautiful with great low end punch as well. Matt M

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