Plinius 9200 with Spendor s8e?

The midrange sounds fantastic. I have no real complaints about the bass, but it might be nice to get more presence there. My main issue is that the treble is rolled off and lacking in detail. Since recently buying these speakers, I am reacquainting myself with some of my older l.p.'s, and noticed this last night. Some of the tinkly little percussive instruments that were prominent on my Totem 1's, were just lost in the mix on my S8e's.

I was wondering if more wattage would help bring this upper-level detail out. Maybe a faulty assumption. The idea of a ss amp with the AI preamp does sound intriguing, though. I might see what's available on Audiogon, and live with both amps for awhile. Any alternete amp recommendations? What about re-tubing the V12r?

Thanks for the feedback. Sounds like I should stay the course for now. The speakers have about 60-70 hours and the sound hasn't changed appreciably. Distortion, what do you mean when you say "triangles" are not on the warm side?

More playing time is opening the S8e's up more. The midrange and upper bass are just phenominal. The trebles are still recessed when compared to the Totem Model 1's that I lived with for many years. I now think this is just a design difference, and matter of preference. For now, with the type of music I listen to, I'm enjoying this different perspective.

Of course, I've been away from the hobby for a number of years, and my wife seems to feel my hearing's not what it used to be. Hmmm...The answer must be a hearing aid...or more watts. I'm going to try a MF KW500 integrated amp in my system, and see which I prefer.

BTW, I apologize if this is a breach of Audiogon etiquette, but the dealer I traded my Model 1's to has them listed for what I'd consider a bargain price. They were upgraded to Signature series by the factory, but his ad doesn't reflect this. If anyone is interested, please email me. I have no financial interest in this, but I'd like to see someone enjoying them.

Ahh...mystery cleared up. The Spendors, btw, grow better by the day. I am sleep deprived, and loving it. It does appear to have been a break-in issue. Thanks to all for the helpful advice and encouragement.