These are indeed nice speakers .
I have auditioned them with tube and SS amps . Because they were designed for tube amps , tubes naturally sounded better , during my auditions .
I have heard these with a 5w SET amp , it was not really enough power .
The best is highly subjective .
I would suggest that you look for something that is quite resolving with good extension on both ends and decent detail . These speakers will show you what is delivered from your upstream components . They are capable of delivering crisp , clean and airy highs while putting out bass that you can feel .
You did not list your musical preferences or a budget . If you are not clear on these subjects , I would suggest a Primaluna Prologue 2 tubed integrated amp . The Prologue 2 is inexspensive , will sound good and allow you to experiment with a myriad of tube types . Coupled with the Di Capo's , you will be able to easily differentiate between upstream components and different tube types allowing you to seek the sound that pleases you . If you are new to tubes , the Primaluna's are self/auto biasing making tube rolling much easier and hassle free .
Then go looking for an amp that will give you more of an area that the Prologue is lacking with a minimal change upstream . The Primaluna's should be quite easy to sell .
This is the path that I am taking now .
Good luck .
I have auditioned them with tube and SS amps . Because they were designed for tube amps , tubes naturally sounded better , during my auditions .
I have heard these with a 5w SET amp , it was not really enough power .
The best is highly subjective .
I would suggest that you look for something that is quite resolving with good extension on both ends and decent detail . These speakers will show you what is delivered from your upstream components . They are capable of delivering crisp , clean and airy highs while putting out bass that you can feel .
You did not list your musical preferences or a budget . If you are not clear on these subjects , I would suggest a Primaluna Prologue 2 tubed integrated amp . The Prologue 2 is inexspensive , will sound good and allow you to experiment with a myriad of tube types . Coupled with the Di Capo's , you will be able to easily differentiate between upstream components and different tube types allowing you to seek the sound that pleases you . If you are new to tubes , the Primaluna's are self/auto biasing making tube rolling much easier and hassle free .
Then go looking for an amp that will give you more of an area that the Prologue is lacking with a minimal change upstream . The Primaluna's should be quite easy to sell .
This is the path that I am taking now .
Good luck .