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Mono blocks for Revel Salon 1’s recommendation?

I have been looking to upgrade my Krell KMA 160 mono blocks.  I have a Krell KRC -HR and an Oppo Modwright player.  I want to stay with mono blocks and thought I would stay in the late 90’s to 2010 range with something class A…but with all the new smaller amps out there etc, just wondering if I am missing something.  Thought was I needed a high watt/high current mono to get the best out of the Revel’s but not sure looking at some of the newer stuff.  Budget is 10k.  Thanks in advance.  I listen to mostly blues and rock.

lanjett

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yyzsantabarbara
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I had the Revel Salons 1's for 5 years and used Bryston 7B-SST monos with them. Not a great combo on top but I had a lot of good times with that setup.

However, if I had the Salon 1 today and wanted mono blocks I would wait for the Schitt Audio replacement of the Tyr monos. I have the $2000 Schitt Wotan stereo amp, and it is better than the 7B-SST in almost all respects. The bass on the 7B-SST was amazing, not sure if the stereo Wotan is the same level. The fact that I am not sure is a win for the Wotan. 

This summer Schitt will release the upgraded Tyr mono amps, and I think it will have some resemblance to the Wotan. I would have no issue using the Wotan on the Salon1, the Tyr likely will be even better and not break the bank.

My other amp, the stereo CODA #16 would be even better than the Wotan (and likely the new Tyr), but it is hard to find used (under $10k).

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