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Need amp suggestions for Hedlund Horns....

A few months ago, I heard a Cary 300b amp hooked up to some small monitors and was blown away... so the itch to upgrade started.

I just bought used a pair of Hedlund horns... came with it (free) was a diy homemade tube amp that does not sound adequate (based on what I heard these horns can do).

I’m in the market for a used amp that would be the ideal match for these Hedlunds. From what I read, I have several options such as 300b, 2A3, etc. but what would you recommend?  I've never had a low-power SET amp before.  

My room is 25’x 30’ with vaulted ceilings (large enough), wood floors, fairly open. I listen to everything from classic jazz, horns, classical, vocals, and the occasional rock. I would love to have some volume to feel the energy and texture of the song.


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bobheinatz
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Ramoneo,
i have owned the exact driver and cabinet you just bought.  There are times I wish I never sold them.  Your driver is world class and will sound incredible with a quality 300b, 45 or 2a3 tube amp.  There transformers will make or break the sound.   I drove these speakers with a Air Tight 300b and a George Wright 2a3 amp.   Both sounded breathtakingly beautiful.  The Air Tight is above your budget but if you can find a used George Wright used jump on it.   I would also highly recommend Decware.  Their $1000 amp new will crush any Chinese amp near that price range.  Check them out!

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