Need a power amp for a pair of ATC SCM 11's


Hi,
I'm new to this forum, but have been lurking a good while and finally I'm in need of some sage advice!
I'm in the process of purchasing a pair of ATC SCM 11's and I can't figure out what the best power amp would be.
The preamp is an RME ADI 2 DAC, which I love and is so customisable, so I'm kinda commited on that front.

I've seen recommendations here before for the Quad 909, there's a few of them on ebay at decent prices.
Another amp I've seen recommended is the  Wyred 4 Sound ST-500 mkII. 

Should I push the boat and spend the extra on the Wyred 4 Sound, or find a nice bargain on the Quad 909?

Any other recommendations or advice is extremely welcome!

Thanks a lot :-)
moomalade74

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Thanks for the tip, I had a look around and there doesn't seem to be one available second hand anywhere, I'll keep my eye out!
Seems like it's going to take a while to resolve this, but best wait and get the best gear.
Thanks again!
Thanks for the advice, not sure if I'm on  board with the idea of a fan, it'll be on a desktop, so might be a bit close to me.

Lots to consider.. 
Hi,
Thanks for the advice.
Yes, I'm looking for something sensibly priced in the context of the cost of the SCM 11's and RME dac.
Unfortunately the ATC power amp, the P1 - Dual Mono costs £2,800, which is too rich for my blood. 
Hence I was looking at the Wyred 4 Sound, which is relatively cheap £1,500.
I can get a Quad 909 for around £800 second hand, so that looks like a great option but I just don't know how suitable it would be.

I'm focused on a power amp as the RME will be the preamp and dac source, so I figured to keep the signal path clean it was better to avoid an integrated amp.

Thanks again



Thanks so much everybody for the feedback, this is so helpful and informative. What a great community this is. 

Seems like both the Wyred and Quad options a solid, so it's just a question of whether I spring the extra for a brand new bit of kit.

I think I'll go with the Wyred ST 500MKII, just need to 'massage' the price down a little when presenting to the missus:)