This Van Alstine should fit the bill. My friend is using that amp with his Harbeth M30.1s and is raving about it!
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I’ve personally been eying the new Strarkrimson amps from Orchard Audio. Although a bit hyped lately, a few with whom I’ve communicated say they’re legitimately powerful and wonderful sounding: https://orchardaudio.com/shop/starkrismon_stereo_ultra_500w_stereo_amp/ |
+3 For the Schiit Tyr Mono Amps $1599 each. Mike |
Take a close look at PS Audio M700 monoblocs. I was skeptical because they were class D output stage but those guys sure know what they are doing. Class D when properly done is far superior. The sound/voicing is just plain impressive. They do give you a 30 day free trial, take trade ins and all their stuff is on sale right now. I can’t think of any better amps I would buy for under 3K at the moment or I would have bought them already. Stay far away from Schiit! |
If I had your speakers I’d absolutely hop on these Clayton Audio M100 monoblocks as they are truly special amps that I think will synergize beautifully with your 803Ds. You can use them in low bias mode when idle and even for HT, but for serious 2-channel listening you can switch into full Class A, and I think your speakers will open up and thrive on Class A power and these will likely stomp the performance of your Rotel. Incidentally, if you still have your speakers positioned as they are in the picture I’d try pulling them another foot into the room and see if your imaging/3D soundstage improves. FWIW. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650035145-clayton-audio-m100-monoblocks-w-vh-audio-power-cables/ |
I own and really enjoy my Arion Audio S500. Yes, it's a switching amp, but it sounds great, not like some switching amps. Very clean, neutral sounding and gobs of power from a small, lightweight, cool running box. 500 watts per channel, in your price range. Mike Kalellis designed and builds these. He is a talented designer and a great guy. |
